Guide to fundraising

Because our heroes deserve heroes too.

Every fundraiser helps give retired military and police dogs the care, dignity, and peaceful retirement they have earned through years of service.

You don’t need to be an athlete, a business owner, or a professional fundraiser.

You just need heart — and we’ll help with the rest

Why Fundraise for Hero Paws?

Hero Paws supports retired UK military and police dogs when their service ends, often when support systems don’t exist.

Your fundraising helps provide:

Specialist Veterinary Treatment

Behavioural Rehabilitation and Training

Safe Transitions into Retirement Homes

Long-term Welfare Support for Dogs and Their Families

Every pound raised goes directly toward changing and saving lives.

Challenge Fundraisers

Perfect if you like a goal to work toward.

  • Runs, Walks, Cycles, Swims
  • Virtual Challenges (steps, miles, distance over time)
  • Endurance Events or Personal Milestones

You choose the challenge.
We’ll help you tell the story.

Community and Social Fundraisers

Bring people together for a cause that matters.

  • Coffee mornings or bake sales
  • Dog Walks & Meet-Ups
  • Quiz Nights, Bingo, Raffles
  • School or Workplace Fundraising Days

Small events still make a huge difference.

Celebration Fundraisers

Turn life moments into lasting impact.

  • Birthdays
  • Anniversaries
  • Retirements
  • In Memory of a Loved One (Human or Canine)

Instead of gifts, ask for donations that honour service and loyalty.

Dog-Led Fundraising

Because dogs helping dogs just feels right.

  • Sponsored walks with your dog
  • “Dog birthday” fundraisers
  • Fun challenges like trick-of-the-day or themed walks

Corporate & Workplace Fundraising

Get your workplace involved.

Get Your Workplace Involved.

Charity Of The Month

Dress-Down Days

Sponsored Challenges

Matched Giving

We’re happy to support companies looking for meaningful impact.

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Ways to Donate - Hero Paws

Here’s How to Get Started (It’s Easy).

Pick something that suits you. Passion beats perfection every time.

We’ll help you create a simple online donation page you can share anywhere.

Your “why” matters more than the challenge itself.
Why Hero Paws? Why these dogs? Why now?

Post on social media, WhatsApp groups, email — and don’t be shy about reminders.

Logos, wording help, graphics, encouragement — you’re never fundraising alone.

WAYS TO SUPPORT US

Fundraising Tips That Really Work.

Be Personal — People Give To People

Set a Clear Goal and Deadline

Update Supporters Along The Way

Say Thank You (Often and Sincerely)

Remind People What Their Donation Does

£10 might mean fuel to a vet appointment.

£50 might mean medication.

£100 might mean a life changed.

Volunteer Hero Paws
No Hero Forgotten

We’re With You

Whether you’re planning something big or small, we’ll help you make it meaningful.

Contact us: events@heropaws.org.uk
Website: www.heropaws.org.uk

Together, we can make sure no hero is forgotten — and no paw is left behind.

  • Running
  • Coffee Morning
  • Request A Fundraising Pack
Download Fundraising Pack (PDF)