It's just the excuse you need to do something a little bit crazy – 'cos it's all in a good cause. Can you raise £30 for HOPE. We're sure you've got lots of ideas, and we've got 30 just to start you off . . .

Sponsored silence
Can you make money just by keeping your mouth shut? It's harder than you think!

Dress down day
Whether it's work or school, everyone will pay to wear what they want.

Guess the weight
Of a jar of sweets, a giant cake, a bucket of jam . . . or your Auntie Pam! Charge a pound and the winner gets a prize.

Sponsored swim
How many lengths can you complete in your splash for cash?

School disco
Invite your friends to the coolest school disco in years. Grown ups will pay pounds to dress up in their old school gear.

Funny faces
Clowns, animals, pirates or polka dots - people love face paints.

Car boot sale
It's time for a spring clear out, so set up a stall and do some deals for real dosh.

Sponsored bike ride
You don't even need to hit the streets, you can cycle miles at the gym.

Afternoon tea
Do it in style with cream cakes, scones and cucumber sandwiches. Invite the neighbours and share the fun.

Penny mountain
Get everyone to chip in their small change, it soon adds up. Shake up your sofa and see what you can find.

Auction action
Bid for bargains and sell your services in a fun auction for friends and family.

Bald beauties
Get sponsored to shave off your beard or even the hair on your head.

Mega bowl
Hold your own ten-pin tournament. With teams from work or school, everyone will want the prize.

Art mart
Paint pictures, make mosaics and create your own gallery of stuff for sale.

Walk the dog
Pamper the local pooches and let their owners take a paid rest.

Dance marathon
Pair up for the disco endurance test. Pay to enter and compete to see who's the last one standing.

Teddy bears picnic
Great for toddlers and big kids too. Don't forget all your favourite picnic snacks and drinks.

Run a raffle
Maybe a local shop will donate the perfect prize? But please contact your local authority first to ensure you meet any legal requirements.

Football tournament
Play five-a-side for a fiver a side? Or organise your own World Cup with teams representing each country.

Swear box
Put one in the office – it's an easy way to make a few @#$!% quid.

School fair
Ask your teachers to organise a HOPE fair with all your favourite stalls and stands - don't forget the big tombola.

Fun run
Get sponsored and get fit at the same time. Don’t forget to use our special sponsorship form.