There are loads of ways that you can fundraise for Brigstowe.
Whether it is hosting a dinner party, running 10k or a half marathon in Bristol city centre, doing a sponsored swim, or putting on a fabulous club night – your creativity and determination can make a real difference and help us keep providing important advice and services to people living with HIV.
Become a Friend of Brigstowe
Being a Friend of Brigstowe means giving a regular monthly, quarterly or annual donation of your choice.
Regular giving enables you to spread your donation throughout the year. This is funding we can count on and plan for, allowing us to make long-term commitments. The admin costs to set up this donation are lower, which means more of your money goes directly to Brigstowe.
If you would like to become a Friend of Brigstowe, please click the link below and set up a monthly, quarterly or annual payment plan.
Bristol 10K/half marathon
Our annual flagship event is the AJ Bell Great Bristol Run. Each year, we buy charity places for anyone wanting to support us by running a 10K or half marathon. In 2026, our wonderful runners raised £5,300 for us.
We are participating again on Sunday 9th May 2027 and we are allocating our spaces on a first-come, first-served basis. Email info@brigstowe.org to sign up now!
Every year, we also recruit a group of cheerers to support our runners on the sidelines with pink t-shirts and pom poms! Join our jolly cheering crew – register your interest by dropping us an email.
If you would like to organise or participate in another running challenge while raising money for Brigstowe, please email info@brigstowe.org for more information!
Ultra Challenge series
Join the UK’s #1 series of treks and trail runs in 2027 and get ready to challenge yourself in a fully supported environment. You can choose from 24 events across UK’s most spectacular trails.
Consider signing up for:
- Bath 50 – Saturday 20th March 2027
- Gower Peninsula – Saturday-Sunday 17-18th July 2027
- Shropshire Hills 50 – Saturday 18th September 2027
- South West 50 – Saturday 24th July 2027
In one event weekend, you can expect distances from 10km up to 100km all taking place at the same time, creating an unbeatable atmosphere and real sense of community spirit. Take on the challenge as a walk, jog or run, and expect event support to help you every step of the way.
What to expect
Regular rest stops packed with food & drink, fully marked routes with arrows & signs, marshals on course and walking with you, free massage, exceptional medical & welfare coverage, hot meals, and a huge finish line celebration.
Explore the full Ultra Challenge event calendar, and sign up to start fundraising today.
World AIDS Day, 1st December
Join us on World AIDS Day, which takes place every year on 1st December.
Here are some ways you can get involved:
- Donate to our team of World AIDS Day RED RUNners! Read Mark’s blog about why he’s running for Brigstowe.
- Come along to the HIV Red Ribbon flag raising at the College Green on Thursday 26th November at 1pm, and join us for tea, biscuits and a chat afterwards.
- Join us at the World AIDS Day Remembrance Vigil and Celebration on Saturday 28th November. Book your free ticket now!
- Arrange a ‘wear red’ day at your workplace
- Organise a sponsored festive walk/run challenge
- Hold a gig in aid of Brigstowe and charge an entry fee. Or attend DTYM’s annual Brigstowe fundraiser – get your ticket now!
- Host a Christmas party or dinner in aid of Brigstowe
This is a great opportunity to raise awareness of HIV whilst raising funds for our local HIV services. Please email info@brigstowe.org to find out more. The more supporters we have, the merrier!
Easyfundraising
Enjoy shopping for your favourite brands through Easyfundraising, which will donate a percentage of what you spend to Brigstowe.
Is your birthday coming up? Set up a Facebook Birthday Fundraiser choosing Brigstowe as your nominated charity.
Have other ideas?
Follow these simple steps to your fundraising glory:
- Decide on what activity you want to do – check out our Brigstowe Fundraising Pack below for ideas.
- Decide your activity thoughtfully! It’s a good idea to tie in with a theme or an event already happening. This relieves some of the stress of organising and there might already be quite a bit of interest.
- Get in touch: let us know your fundraising idea and we will give you all the support you need.
- Drop us an email or give us a call. Or better still, come in and see us for a coffee. There are loads of ways that we can support your fundraising endeavour from social media coverage to giving you Brigstowe t-shirts and other materials.
- Get fundraising!
- Start talking to people about your activity and get them to commit to supporting you! You might want to do this in person or via social media, but keep in mind that the best means might be dependent on your type of activity.