Youth workers are often called upon to support young people who are keen to raise funds for a trip, project or piece of equipment that they will receive some direct benefits from. But as anyone who has tried to raise funds knows, the experience can be disappointing or downright disastrous - unless it's well planned and realistically based. Youth workers need to help young people channel their creativity and enthusiasm, while avoiding the pitfalls.
Novel ideas
Most Scout groups need to seek local funding and the Scout Association's fundraising manager, Jack Gilbert, advises them on legal and ethical trends. He says that labour-intensive jumble sales and environmentally unsound balloon races have had their day. Many Scout groups are turning to more contemporary ideas such as recycling mobile phones and printer cartridges, or Christmas post schemes where volunteers deliver cards and presents within local communities.
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