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This year, we need you to challenge yourself to make life lighter for children!

Right now we are only able to help 1 in 8 organisations who ask us for money. Help us be there for more children who need our support by taking on your own personal challenge.

Whether it’s a personal goal, a family activity, or a workplace challenge, we’ve got everything you need to get started and make a difference.


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Paddys Challenge: How Will You Roll?

Join Paddy McGuinness for his Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge

This November, Paddy McGuinness is taking on an epic challenge: a 300-mile ride across three nations on a classic Chopper bike. But this isn’t just about Paddy – it’s about YOU, too. You can join in by setting your own wheel-based challenge. Whether you’re cycling, scooting, skating, or even pushing a pram, get behind Paddy and help raise vital funds for children across the UK!

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Bluey’s Dance Mode Challenge

Join Bluey’s Dance Mode Challenge and dance with your family, friends, or colleagues! Whether it’s in the living room or on a video call, take on the fun challenge and help raise money for children in need. You can even download a list of Bluey-themed dance moves for inspiration!

Get started with Bluey’s Dance Mode now and set up your page today!

Personal Challenge

Whether you’re running, walking, or doing something creative, set a challenge that’s personal to you and raise money for children across the UK. Get inspiration from our resources and share your journey with others.

Ready to make a difference? Set your wheels in motion and set up your page today!

Challenge yourself to bake

Ready to bake for a good cause? Host a bake sale or virtual baking event and raise funds for BBC Children in Need. Use our baking guides, recipe ideas, and decorations to make your event a success. Don’t forget to share your creations using #bbcchildreninneed.

Start your baking challenge today!

Get your fundraising resources

From posters to bunting, we have got everything you need in our one-stop resources shop. Browse them all or filter by fundraising category, it’s easy to find exaactly what you need

The difference your fundraising makes

A child being served food from a large metal tray

£5 pays for a food parcel

for a 10-year-old affected by poverty and mental health issues, ensuring access to healthy food to improve physical and emotional wellbeing.

A child and adult sit together on a bench

£15 pays for a 1:1 support session

for a 10-year-old affected by domestic abuse, helping them talk through their feelings and build resilience.

£40 pays for a youth club session

for 24 children affected by poverty, supporting them to have fun, make friends and learn new skills.

Aliyana’s Story

At just 9 months old, Aliyana was diagnosed with a muscle weakness called hypotonia, which meant things like learning to crawl, stand up and walk would be much harder for her. Not long afterwards she was also diagnosed with a rare genetic condition which affects how she speaks and how much she understands.

Aliyana had hospital appointment after hospital appointment. Her parents say they felt helpless and at a loss as to how they could support their daughter until someone at the hospital told them about a BBC Children in Need-funded project, Playskill.

The family began attending Playskill’s weekly sessions. As a result, Aliyana, now a bubbly 3 year old, has developed more quickly than expected. Playskill even helped Aliyana to take her first steps and to learn Makaton, allowing her to communicate with her mum and dad. The project has also provided emotional support for the rest of the family.

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