Ways2Raise

What is it?

A Steps Challenge (10k a day) is a fun and healthy way to raise funds by committing to walk 10,000 steps daily for a month. It's perfect for teenagers because it fits easily into daily routines and encourages fitness while motivating friends and family to sponsor their challenge.

Why does it work?

This challenge works well because it taps into personal commitment and accountability, making sponsors feel involved in your journey. It also creates a sense of achievement that donors want to support, especially when you share your progress regularly, keeping them engaged and more likely to contribute.

What you'll need

Smartphone or fitness tracker with a step counter
Sponsorship form or online fundraising page (such as JustGiving or GoFundMe)
Access to social media or messaging apps to share updates
Comfortable walking shoes
Notebook or app to track daily steps and progress

Step-by-step plan

1

Set up a clear fundraising goal (e.g., £1,000) and create an online fundraising page to make it easy for people to donate.

2

Explain your challenge: walking 10,000 steps every day for one month, and why you’re doing it (your expedition or adventure trip).

3

Ask friends, family, and community members to sponsor you per day or for the whole month. For example, they could pledge 50p per day or £10 total.

4

Track your daily steps using a fitness tracker or smartphone app and record your progress consistently.

5

Share regular updates on social media, group chats, or your fundraising page to keep people engaged and encourage more donations.

6

Consider adding incentives like small rewards or shout-outs for sponsors to boost motivation.

7

At the end of the month, thank all your sponsors personally and share your final results and achievements.

How to advertise it

Create a Facebook or Instagram post explaining your challenge with a clear call to action and fundraising link.
Send personalised messages to family and close friends asking for sponsorship.
Post updates in local community groups or school clubs to widen your reach.
Use WhatsApp or Snapchat to share daily progress and encourage small donations.
Ask your school if you can put up a poster or announce your challenge in assemblies.

Realistic earnings

Most teenagers can realistically expect to raise between £100 and £300 over the month, depending on how many sponsors they secure and the amount pledged per day.

Top tips

✅ Be consistent with your updates—daily or every few days—to maintain interest.

✅ Explain clearly why the money matters and how it will help your trip.

✅ Make your updates fun by sharing photos, step counts, or short videos of your walks.

✅ Don’t be afraid to ask multiple times; gentle reminders can increase donations.

Common mistakes to avoid

⚠️ Failing to track and share your progress, which can cause potential sponsors to lose interest.

⚠️ Not setting a clear and realistic fundraising target, making the challenge less motivating.

⚠️ Neglecting to thank sponsors, which can harm future fundraising opportunities.