Fundraising

Be part of something amazing by fundraising for the University of Sheffield. The money you raise will always go to the cause you choose.

The Big Walk is back for 2022!

Join us on Friday 24 June for a day of fun and fundraising with your colleagues, friends and family.

Challenge yourself and raise money for Genetic Disease Research at the same time.

Visit the Big Walk 2022 page

Fundraising for Genetic Disease Research

Fundraising events

There are a range of events and activities taking place throughout the year, all in support of University causes. Which one will you get involved in?

Fundraising calendar

Cycling the Lakeland Monster Miles challenge

Challenge yourself

Take on something new like running a 10K or give something up. Or, take it on as a team and challenge your office to do something amazing together.

Set up your own event or challenge

Fundraising stories

Meet the Sheffield Half Marathon Team

Annie Tapley and her boyfriend on a training run

Annie's run for Genetic Disease Research

Megan on a walk in the hills and training in the gym

Megan's run for Genetic Disease Research

Caroline's Genetic Disease Research run

Couch to £5K for Genetic Disease Research

Naz's run for Genetic Disease Research

Musical event in memory of Christine

Choose your cause and get some fundraising tips

A Reproductive and Developmental Medicine student

Our causes

From helping disadvantaged students through scholarships to enabling innovative research, so many areas of the University benefit from your generosity.

Our Causes

Tips and guidance

It doesn't matter if you're a seasoned fundraiser or it's your first time raising money for the University, we are so grateful for your support. Take a look at our top tips to help you reach your goal.

Fundraising guide

Contact us

Fundraising Team

Email:
giving@sheffield.ac.uk

Telephone: +44 (0) 114 222 5598

More fundraising stories

Scaling 42 Lake District Peaks for Parkinson’s

IT Services staff member Mike Griffiths took on the the iconic 'Bob Graham' challenge through the Lake District, raising £1,500 for Parkinson's disease research here at the University.

Read about Mike's challenge