Fundraising Ideas

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance relies on fundraising and donations to keep flying. It is with thanks to the people who support the Charity that we can continue to provide such an important service.

There are so many different ways that you can help us. For those of you with a busy lifestyle, we have initiatives already in place that are easy to implement. For those with more time available, there are plenty of alternatives.

Below is also a list of some of the ways to get involved. By clicking the links, you will get more detailed information on the topic. Oh, and don't forget to tell us what you are doing.

Make a Single or Regular Donation
Join our “Flight for Life” Lottery
Organise an Event
Become a Volunteer
Leave a Legacy
Collection Boxes
Recycle (textiles, mobile phones, used stamps)
Business Partnerships / Workplace Fundraising

Before you undertake fundraising in aid of the Charity, please read our Fundraising Terms and Conditions.

Our Fundraising Team are on hand to lend guidance and support. Simply call us on: 01823 669604 or email: [email protected]

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C2C 2020

We all hope we never need it, but it’s there if we do!
Nicky’s Coast to Coast Challenge

The Dorset and Somerset air ambulance is so important, saving many lives
coast2coast challenge 2020

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance (DSAA) is a registered charity, established to provide relief from sickness and injury for the people of Dorset and Somerset, by the provision of an air ambulance.

I’m supporting DSAA as they receive no direct funding from the Government or the National Lottery and rely on the generosity of the public for support. Their operational costs are over £4 million a year and the approximate cost per mission is £3,000.
Coast to Coast to Save Lives

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance (DSAA) is a registered charity, established to provide relief from sickness and injury for the people of Dorset and Somerset, by the provision of an air ambulance.

I’m supporting DSAA as they receive no direct funding from the Government or the National Lottery and rely on the generosity of the public for support. Their operational costs are over £3.5 million a year and the approximate cost per mission is £3,000.

Raise Money when you Shop and Dine

We have a number of fantastic initiatives that enable you to raise funds for the Charity when you shop online or dine out.
Create a Fundraising Page

If you wish to fundraise for the Charity by taking part in one of our events, your own event/challenge or you are celebrating an occasion, our in-built fundraising tool on our website enables you to set up your own online fundraising page.
Enter Coast to Coast Cycle Challenge 2020
Skydive

Have you ever wanted to have a go at skydiving? Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance is working in partnership with Skydive.Buzz and Go Skydive to offer thrill seekers the opportunity to combine the most exciting and exhilarating moment of their life, with raising funds for our life-saving Charity.
In Memory Giving

If you are arranging a funeral or memorial service for a loved one, you may wish to ask friends and relatives to donate money to Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance in lieu of buying flowers.
Fundraise as an Organisation

There are many ways in which businesses and their employees can support Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. Our team will work with you to create a partnership which meets your corporate objectives and provide wide-ranging benefits to your business.
Recycle

Recycling is one of the most effortless ways to support us. You would be amazed at the amount of funds that can be raised in this way, especially as you would probably have thrown most of these items out!
Collection Boxes

Your loose change makes a huge difference. Our collection boxes are located in homes, offices and retail outlets across the two counties. They are yellow in colour and clearly display the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance helicopter on the front to ensure that members of the public know who they are donating to.

This Week's Lottery Results

To view the latest Flight for Life Lottery results, simply choose the week number that you would like to check.
Join our Lottery

Our Flight for Life Lottery is the easiest and most sustainable way that you can support us!
About Us

About us. Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance is a registered charity, established to provide relief from sickness and injury for the people of Dorset and Somerset, by the provision of an air ambulance service, with an air and road-delivered critical care capability.We receive no direct funding from the Government or the National Lottery and rely on the generosity of the public for support. Our operational costs are over £4 million a year and the approximate cost per mission is £3,000.
Coast to Coast Cycle Challenge
Head Office - General Enquiries
Recycle

Recycling is one of the most effortless ways to support us. You would be amazed at the amount of funds that can be raised in this way, especially as you would probably have thrown most of these items out!
Aircraft and Car

We operate 19 hours a day (7.00am – 2.00am) using two vital resources, which include our AgustaWestland 169 (AW169) helicopter and Enhanced Care Car.
Deployment and Delivery

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance is tasked by a dedicated Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) desk, located at the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust clinical hub in Exeter.
Critical Care Doctors
Staff