Support for Volunteering
There are lots of ways that you can get creative or challenge yourself in support of our work to end female genital cutting (FGC). If you have an idea and want to get started, please email our Fundraising Team for support with materials so you can get the most out of your fundraising.
If you are not wanting to donate to Orchid Project via the website, please email our Fundraising Team to find out about our other options.
You can also opt in to Gift Aid if you haven't done so, by printing off the Gift Aid Declaration Form, filling it in and sending the form to our team.
What is FGC?
Female genital cutting (FGC) is a harmful practice involving the full or partial removal, or injury to a girl's external genitals. On average, girls are subjected to FGC before the age of five, although this varies between different communities and can happen at any time from a girl's birth to her adolescence.
FGC is not an obligation of any religion and has no known health benefits. Far from it, the practice can cause long-lasting physical and psychological damage for more than 200 million women and girls who are affected worldwide. In some cases, this can include death.
Looking for inspiration?
Hold an event for Orchid ProjectYou can host any type of event: From a concert, to a play or an afternoon tea. Get together, raise awareness about FGC and fundraise for Orchid Project.
Take on a challenge
You can run, cycle, swim, walk and even hula hoop to support Orchid Project. Why not sign up for a talent show or give something up for a month and ask your friends and family to sponsor you?
You can also get your company, community, friends or school involved and make a meaningful impact to end FGC.
Do what you love
Can you dance? Act? Are you an amazing baker, or a talented artist? There are so many ways to have fun and support our work towards the abandonment of FGC. Use your passion to bring people together while doing what you love and fundraise for Orchid Project.