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Fundraise at my school

Get your school or college involved and help raise money to support people facing homelessness.

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Fundraise at school

Schools and colleges are a great place to bring people together, raise awareness, and take action on local issues. Whether you’re a student, teacher, or part of the wider team, there are simple and meaningful ways to support HARP.

You might organise a bake sale, a sponsored event, a non-uniform day, or something completely your own. What matters is taking part.

Did you know that 96p in every pound we raise goes directly towards frontline services. That means your fundraising helps provide practical support for people across South Essex – from accommodation and outreach, to day-to-day essentials.

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It was a pleasure to be involved again. The online assembly worked really well too. It is so lovely to be able to support HARP I know we are working in conjunction with you too for a Prom dress event and our year 11 boys raised money for you by doing a fundraising football event We will organise a trip with some lovely volunteers soon.

King John School

Get your fundraising materials

To help you bring learning to life, we offer free, downloadable resources for schools. These include a reading list to support understanding of homelessness, as well as lesson plan ideas to help spark meaningful conversations in the classroom.

Whether you’re linking fundraising to the curriculum or exploring social issues in more depth, our resources are designed to be flexible, age-appropriate, and easy to use — giving students the opportunity to learn, reflect, and feel inspired to make a difference in their community.

Check out our free resources

 

Ways you can get involved

 

So many ways

Non School Uniform, Day
Jan–Dec

Non School Uniform, Day

Holding a non-uniform day is a simple but powerful way for schools to come together and support people experiencing homelessness in their community. Every pound raised helps HARP provide practical support, while giving young people the chance to learn about kindness, inclusion and making a real difference.

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Harvest
Sep–Oct

Harvest

Harvest collections come at a time when many people are quietly struggling, helping HARP provide essential food and support before the pressures of winter begin to build. Every donation strengthens our ability to respond early, offering stability, dignity and reassurance when it’s needed most.

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World Homelessness Day
Oct

World Homelessness Day

World Homelessness Day is a powerful moment to shine a light on the realities of homelessness and challenge the stigma that surrounds it. It helps HARP raise awareness, inspire action and remind our community that change is possible when people come together.

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Christmas
Nov–Dec

Christmas

Christmas can be one of the hardest times for people experiencing homelessness, when cold weather, isolation and the pressure of the season collide, making support more vital than ever. Fundraising during this time helps HARP keep doors open, provide warmth, food and connection, and remind people they are not forgotten when it matters most.

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Book a talk/assembly
Jan–Dec

Book a talk/assembly

Booking a talk or assembly with HARP brings real stories and insight into your school or group, helping people understand homelessness in a clear, human way. It’s a chance to spark empathy, challenge assumptions and inspire meaningful support within your community.

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