The trustees of the Elifar Foundation never intended it to be a “tin rattling” organisation,
and from the start we have held some large fund raising events which are a regular source
of money, and provide some fun as well.
Regular events include the Challenge and LiDBA cycle ride but we also rely on corporate
and individual donations.
The need to provide charitable assistance to the disabled is always increasing as local and
health authorities continue to tighten budgets.

Where the money goes

There are so many aspects of daily life that we take for granted, such as sitting comfortably, getting around, communicating with others, even sleeping safely; aspects which are all fraught with difficulty for those with profound mental and physical disability. The Elifar Foundation exists to try to make these daily challenges easier. We are very aware of the enormous physical, emotional and financial problems faced by the families of
children born with severe disability, problems which grow as the children mature, and our aim is also to make living with and caring for these children a little easier for everyone.

The grants we make cover a wide range of things, from wheelchairs, specialised seating and beds, adapted trikes, to communication aids and sensory toys. We have also funded specialised holidays for children and adults, and paid for much needed treatments and therapies. And as our running costs to date have only been just over 2% of income, the vast majority of funds really does get to where it is needed.

The ways in which we can help disabled people and their families are many and varied – every aspect of life is a challenge and the funds we raise do make a real difference. In paying for much needed equipment and services for these children and adults, we are helping to improve not only their own lives, but also those of their parents, siblings and carers. This is a need that never decreases.

Text donations – you can make a £10 donation by simply texting ELIF02 to 70070

Just Giving
We are members of the Just Giving website, and you can make a one off cash donation or set up your own page to fundraise on our behalf. Please see the links below:

www.justgiving.com/elifarfoundation/raisemoney
www.justgiving.com/elifarfoundation/donate

ORGANISED ANNUAL EVENTS
There are a variety of events that we co-ordinate to raise funds, these include:
The ELIFAR Challenge Day – A corporate it’s a knock out type event. Held in July and based in London, and the main fund raising event of the ELIFAR calendar
LIDBA Bike Ride – A 25mile bike ride around the Surrey-Hampshire borders. Held every June, offering challenges for both adults and children alike.
Brighton Marathon – a gruelling 26.2 mile run through the streets of Brighton, Hoven and neighbouring towns, held in April each year.

INDIVIDUAL EVENTS
Many individuals have completed personal challenges and nominated ELIFAR as their chosen charity to benefit from their hard work. These have included:
Climbing Mount Everest
The Junior Great South Run
The Great South Run
The Nightrider Bike Challenge
Sponsored walks
The London Marathon
The Hell Runner
IF you would like to nominate the ELIFAR foundation as your chosen charity for an upcoming event please contact us on;
The Elifar Foundation,
22 Florentine Way
Waterlooville
Hants
PO7 8JU

DONATIONS
1 – Cheques made out to the “Elifar Foundation” can be sent to the treasurer at the address
below.
2 – Some employers operate a “Payroll Giving” scheme. You can set up a Direct Debit or
leave a bequest in your will.
3 – Justgiving – We are members of the Just Giving website, and you can make a one off cash donation or set up your own page to fundraise on our behalf. Please see the links below:
www.justgiving.com/elifarfoundation/raisemoney
www.justgiving.com/elifarfoundation/donate
4. Text donations – you can make a £10 donation by simply texting ELIF02 to 70070

CORPORATE SUPPORT
1 – Why not support us by buying your Christmas cards through Charity Choice (we receive
40% of the proceeds from each order). Please click on the graphic below.

2 – A company may make a donation to the “Elifar Foundation” and claim a tax deduction for
the contribution in its accounts. Cheques can be sent to the treasurer at the address
below:
The Treasurer
The Elifar Foundation,
22 Florentine Way
Waterlooville
Hants
PO7 8JU