Fundraise for Rainbow Laces
Move with Pride
Everyone should be welcome to move, play and participate.
Belonging changes how we move. When welcome is visible, confidence grows – and movement follows.
Movement can bring huge health, well-being, and social benefits. But for the LGBTQ+ community, there are often barriers that can make it harder to get involved and get moving.
Our new research with YouGov revealed that a third of LGBTQ+ people still face discrimination while exercising.
When people don’t feel they belong, they don’t move - and their health and wellbeing suffers, Rainbow Laces exists to change that.
Rainbow laces is a signal that those in the LGBTQ+ community are welcome, that they do belong.
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Ways to fundraise for Rainbow Laces as an individual
- Lace up
Wearing our iconic Rainbow Laces is the simplest way to show your support. You can bulk buy laces to share with your team, running group, hiking club or other gymgoers. All money goes directly to Stonewall.
- Take on a sponsored challenge
Taking on a challenge is a great way to get moving while raising vital funds for Stonewall. Whether it’s a sponsored step challenge, a swim, or any activity you enjoy, you’ll be helping to inspire others to Move with Pride and raising money to support our work.
Use a platform like Just Giving to host your fundraiser; you can add the link in your social media profile to drive donations. Make sure you set a target, more people are likely to donate to reach a goal.
- Host a Rainbow Laces sports day
Arrange a match or sport tournament with your friends or family, with entry fees donated to Stonewall.
- Share your story on social media
One of the most powerful ways to support Rainbow Laces is by sharing your personal story online. Posting about why the campaign matters to you and how you’re moving with pride helps to spread the word. Share your story alongside a donation link to help drive engagement!
Remember to tag @StonewallUK and use the hashtags #RainbowLaces and #MovewithPride.
Ways to fundraise for Rainbow Laces as an organisation, group or team:
- Take part in a team challenge
Rainbow Laces is all about finding joy through movement, bringing your ERG together or collaborating with your wellbeing ERG to host a sponsored step challenge or fundraising walk or run is a great way to both engage your colleagues, raise awareness of the campaign and raise money.
- Host a fitness class
Host virtual or in-person fitness session for your ERG or whole team, it could be yoga, dance, a spin class, or HIIT - ask participants to donate to take part and raise money this way.
- Host a tournament or team sports day
Get your colleagues moving and engage your sports teams and social groups with a Rainbow Laces–sponsored netball match, football kickabout, or mini sports day. This isn’t just a brilliant way to raise money; it also creates a fun opportunity for colleagues to connect through movement.
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