Find out about bursaries and fundraising opportunities we have to you to help make your Expedition a reality
Funding your Expedition
Home |
How to fund your Raleigh Expedition
One of the most rewarding parts of doing a Raleigh Expedition, starts well before you leave now. It starts with completing the first challenge – raising the funds. Join the 55,000+ Alumni who worked hard to make it happen. If they can, you can too and we’re here to help.
Fundraising options we offer and other avenues to investigate:
Easyfundraising
We’ve joined forces with online fundraisers, easyfundraising, so you can receive cashback for your Expedition when family and friends shop online with one of 8,000 retailers. No, we’re not kidding. It really is that simple!
- Once you’ve booked your Expedition with Raleigh International, you’ll get a specific link to easyfundraising from us. You can use that to set up an account and then share it with your supporters!
- Supporters can be anyone you know who wants to help you raise funds for your Expedition. All they need to do is shop online via the easyfundraising link
- The more people you can sign up and get shopping via easyfundraising’s website or app, the more money you can raise!
Easyfundraising guide
University funding
Your university may offer its own funding for volunteering programmes in the UK or overseas.
Each establishment is set up differently but a good place to start would be with your Student Union to signpost you to the right department.
This might be instead of or in addition to Turing or Taith Funding.
SES Raleigh Explorer Award bursary
The new SES Raleigh Explorer Award bursary will run for the next three years and fund 15 young adults from less socio-economically advantaged backgrounds to join a Raleigh Expedition.
Find out if you’re eligible and how to apply.
SES Raleigh Explorer Award
Taith funding
Taith Funding works much in the same way as Turing Funding. It is the equivalent for people in Wales.
‘Taith funds inclusive and accessible international learning education exchange opportunities for learners and staff across Wales‘.
The funding is only available via an eligible organisation such as a school or university. Speak to your Student Union for more information or find out more about the funding opportunities and strategies below.
Taith funding
Turing Scheme funding
The Turing Scheme is the UK’s global funding programme to study and work abroad. It can be accessed via higher education (HE), further education (FE) and vocational education and training (VET) and schools’ sectors. The scheme was named after pioneering British mathematician and computer scientist Alan Turing.
You’ll need to check if you’re eligible and the application deadlines.
If you’re a student, contact your SU to be pointed in the right direction for who to talk to about Turing Funding.
Turing Scheme Uni Example
Other funding schemes
Ulysses Trust
- If you are a member of the Volunteer Reserve or Cadet Forces of the UK, and your or your unit is organising an expedition or adventurous training activity, the Ulysses Trust may be able to provide financial support.
Lord Mayors fund
- The fund was established with the future of many young people in mind. Awards are made each year, with sums ranging between £100 and £1000, depending on the type of project involved.
John Muir Trust – Des Rubens and Bill Wallace Grant
- The Des Rubens and Bill Wallace Grant offers between £200 – £2,000 for a project which should involve travel to wild places, must be adventurous, have an educational or scientific component – and be a life-changing experience leading to a commitment to practical action to conserve wild places.
South of Scotland youth awards
- Supporting young people from the Scottish Borders or Dumfries and Galloway regions to join projects, courses and expeditions in the UK and worldwide, providing an opportunity to broaden their horizons and develop their confidence. Awards range from £200 – £2000. Keep an eye on the site for application open and closing dates.
Gift Friendship Trust
- GIFT supports outgoing young UK citizens to establish friendships and direct cultural contacts through ‘homestay’ visits with indigenous communities in developing countries. GIFT Trustees will consider awarding bursaries to deserving young applicants who have thoroughly planned and prepared themselves for such a challenge and can demonstrate the need for a financial contribution towards their undertaking.
Young Explorers Trust
- They offer funding for young adults aged 25 or under, planning an adventurous pursuit or expedition
Captain Scott Society
- The Spirit of Adventure Award is up to £2000 to assist individuals to undertake adventurous expeditions and endeavours.
Top Expedition fundraising tips
Unsure where to start? Here are our top tips for successful fundraising.
Split your target down into monthly goals – the longer you give yourself, the more likely you are to get there.
Have a bank of ideas for fundraising activities – that way you won’t get caught not knowing what do to next.
Make use of schemes like easyfundraising – it can run in the background a be one of your 10 activities.
Use your socials to spread the word. Don't be afraid to ask others to share what you're doing with their network too.
The more supporters you have, the more you’re likely to make. Keep them engaged by telling them what other services you could offer and remind them of why you’re doing this.
