Festive fundraising

The season of goodwill is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to fundraise.

Guts UK's brand illustration of a decorated Christmas tree, with brand characters the pancreas, gut (oesophagus, stomach, small intestine and colon), and liver dressed festively and standing around the bottom of the tree. The text reads ‘Brand new! Download our Festive Fundraising Guide.’ The background is dark blue with snowflakes.

Download your A-Z of Festive Fundraising guide!

There’s something magical about coming together to make a difference, and with our brand new A–Z of Festive Fundraising guide, it’s never been easier (or more fun!) to spread some joy while supporting life-changing research into digestive conditions.

From a Christmas-themed quiz to a sponsored Secret Santa or a jolly festive fun run, our guide is bursting with creative ideas for every schedule, group and level of festivity. Whether you’re a seasoned fundraiser or giving it a go for the first time, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to turn your festive spirit into real impact.

So, grab your Santa hat, gather your friends, and let’s make this season one to remember for you, and for everyone affected by digestive conditions and symptoms.

The first page of A to Z festive fundraising for Guts UK

 

Download our A-Z of Festive Fundraising PDF, 2.5MB

Need support?

Contact our Fundraising team at events@gutscharity.org.uk or call 020 7486 0341 to tell us about your exciting plans.

If you need anything from us, such as collection tins, sponsorship forms or a running vest, we’ll send them to you in the post.

Our team will be on hand to support you every step of the way, to help you get the most out of your fundraising.

 

‘Santa in the City’ festive fun run

A crowd of people walk together wearing red Santa hats and costumes.

At the most giving time of year, are you ready to get your Santa suit on and run 4.5km under the festive London lights?

Get into the Christmas spirit this year by running or walking through the heart of London. The route takes you along some of the most iconic landmarks in London, starting and ending at the majestic St Paul’s Cathedral.

This event is open to all ages (3+) and abilities, so whether you want to run it on your own or walk it with family and friends, take on the most festive challenge of all and sign up today. You’ll be giving the best gift of all this Christmas by helping us get to grips with guts.

You can take part on either Tuesday 2 December, Wednesday 3 December or Thursday 4 December 2025.

Sign up today for just £31.95 and run for Guts UK! Santa Suit (Hat, beard, jacket, trousers & belt), participant number & medal all included! We recommend a fundraising target of £100 per person to help enable us to provide expert information and support people living with digestive conditions across the UK.

Don’t forget to let us know you have a place by contacting the events team

Why walk or run for Guts UK?

  • Receive a free Guts UK t-shirt or running vest to wear during the event (or afterwards, if you’d prefer to keep it clean!)
  • Dedicated support is on hand from our small but mighty fundraising team.
  • Every pound you raise supports our vital work, which includes:
    • Providing information and support for those living with digestive conditions and symptoms.
    • Funding life-changing research into the whole digestive system.
    • Delivering public education and awareness campaigns and events.