FUNDRAISE WITH THE BREAD AND BUTTER THING

Whether it’s a birthday, a bake sale, an office fundraiser or something completely your own, if you’re thinking of doing something, we’re all in.

We’ll help you shape it, share it and make sure it lands.

Because this isn’t just about raising money. It’s about making life a bit more affordable for families and building stronger communities while we do it.

Why it matters

Right now, too many households are just about holding it together.

Not in crisis. Not visible. But under constant pressure.

  • Nearly half of our members have less than £50 left at the end of the month after bills

  • Many are working, juggling everything, and still struggling to afford the basics

  • Healthy food is often the first thing to go when money gets tight

That’s where Bread and Butter comes in.

We make everyday life more affordable with low-cost, nutritious food, right in the heart of communities.

No referral. No stigma. Just a weekly shop that helps people stay afloat.

What your support does

When you fundraise for us, you’re backing something practical.

  • Affordable food that helps families stretch their budgets

  • Fresh fruit and veg that people can actually access and afford

  • Community spaces where people feel welcome, not judged

  • A model that prevents crisis, not just responds to it

We’re already supporting around 100,000 households - and growing.  Your support helps us reach more. 

Ideas to get you started 

You don’t need to overthink it. The best fundraisers are the simple ones people actually want to join in with. 

  • Office bake sale or lunch club  

  • Birthday fundraiser instead of presents  

  • Sponsored challenge (walk, run, cycle… or something daft)  

  • Quiz night or community event  

  • School or workplace collection  

If it brings people together, it works. 

We’ll back you all the way

You won’t be doing this on your own. 

We can help with: 

  • Planning your fundraiser  

  • Comms and content to spread the word  

  • Sharing your story across our channels  

  • Bringing the Bread and Butter voice to what you’re doing  

Thinking of doing something? Let us help you make it a good one - and make sure people hear about it. 

Ready to get started?

Drop us a message and tell us what you’re thinking. Big or small, it all adds up. 

And it all helps make life a bit easier for someone who needs it. 

jim.fieldsend@breadandbutterthing.org

Jim Fieldsend, Philanthropy and Fundraising Lead

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