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Cuppa for the Crew

Gather your friends for a good old cup of tea and help

RNLI crews save lives at sea

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How does it work?

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Sign up to host your Cuppa for the Crew, and you'll get your own online fundraising page

Plan your event

Access our free fundraising materials to help you start planning

Invite your guests

Download and print our invitations to invite your guests and decorate your space

Fundraise

Guests can donate directly to your fundraising page and ask for donations at your event

Why host a Cuppa for the Crew

Get your fundraising page – When you register with us, we’ll create a personalised fundraising page for you. You’ll be able to pay money from your event directly to your fundraising page and it will come straight to the RNLI. 
 
Download your materials – You’ll find everything you need to make your event a success in the materials section of your fundraising page. From bunting and cake toppers to posters and invites, you’ll find everything you need to smash your fundraising target.

Get dedicated support – If you have any questions or need additional support, then please don’t hesitate to contact our fundraising team on fundraising@rnli.org.uk or call 0300 300 9908 (from the UK), 01 511 9834 (Ireland), or +44 1202 663234 (any other country).

Socialise with friends while raising money – Getting together with friends or colleagues, not only raises money to save lives at sea, but is also great for our mental health. There’s nothing like a cuppa to bring people together.

Events

165

Amount Raised

£3,271

A group photo of Aberdeen volunteer crew members stood on the quayside, with the Severn class all-weather lifeboat in the background.

Your Cuppa for the Crew will help RNLI volunteers save lives

Every day, somewhere around the coasts of the UK and Ireland, RNLI crews are kitting up to answer desperate calls for help. But they can't answer those calls without your support. 

Your Cuppa for the Crew will make sure RNLI volunteers are always ready to race to the rescue, so they can get to people in trouble on the water as quickly as possible – and save more lives. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Cuppa for the Crew work?

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There are many ways you can host your Cuppa for the Crew. You could gather your friends and family for tea and homemade cakes at home, encourage your colleagues to bring in biccies for a fundraising tea break, or host a fancy afternoon tea in the garden.
 
As well as enjoying a brew, why not put on an activity to encourage more people to join in the fun? If you're hosting outside, dig out the garden games − perhaps boules or croquet. Or, if you're indoors, host a quiz or try a guess-the-blend tea tasting − matcha, anyone?

When you register, a fundraising page will automatically be created, which you can share with your friends and family. You’ll also be able to download your free fundraising guide, which has more inspiration. 

Where does Cuppa for the Crew take place? 

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You decide when and where you’d like to hold your Cuppa for the Crew. Perhaps you’d like to bring out the best china for afternoon tea at home, have a brew and biccies in the office, enjoy tea and cake in the garden, or meet at a local café for tea and treats.

How do I pay in my fundraising?

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All donations made to your fundraising page will be automatically transferred to the RNLI, so you don’t need to do anything. If you receive any cash donations, you can bank them yourself and transfer the amount to your online fundraising page. Every contribution makes a real, lifesaving difference.

Is there an age limit to take part?

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You must be aged 18 or older to register for Cuppa for the Crew and have a fundraising page. Under 18s are welcome to take part but they must be registered by someone 18 or over.

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