The Big Give
Your donation could go twice as far this Christmas with the Big Give Christmas Challenge.
Can you help to support people in Cambridgeshire living with an advancing serious illness and those who need end of life care?
Make your donation go twice as far this December!
We are excited to be taking part in Big Give’s Christmas Challenge for the very first time!
This means that from 1- 8 December 2026, you can have your donation matched.
That’s means, £1 for £1 – so, for example, a £10 donation could become £20 and £50 could become £100, £100 becomes £200 ….
Save the date!
The Campaign Week will run from midday on Tuesday 1 December to midday on Tuesday 8 December 2026.
Save the date now and get ready to make double the difference for patients and families when they need our care.
FAQ's
What is Big Give Christmas Challenge?
Big Give is a registered charity (1136547) and the UK’s leading match funding platform that connects philanthropists, foundations, businesses and other funders (Champions) with the giving public and charities that need their support.
The Christmas challenge is an online match funding campaign, launching each year on Giving Tuesday (1 December 2026).
For seven days, between 1 and 8 December 2026, supporters can have their donations doubled. Donations made during the campaign are matched using funds provided by the Charity’s own supporters (pledgers) and Big Give’s Champion partners, helping us raise more and make a bigger impact. So, for example, a £50 donation becomes £100 that the Charity can use to support patients and loved ones through difficult times.
How does it work?
When you give through Big Give’s Christmas Challenge, your donation is matched, while funds last, helping your gift go twice as far for the patients and families receiving expert support from Arthur Rank Hospice Charity.
Thanks to the generosity of our supporters and Big Give Champion partners, we have a pot of match funds provided by philanthropists, foundations and businesses available to double your donation at no extra cost to you. So, for example, £50 from you becomes £100 towards a patient’s specialist hospice care while match funds last.
Double the donation, double the difference to the lives of patients and their loved ones being supported by Arthur Rank Hospice Charity.
What will my donation support?
Your donation will help Arthur Rank Hospice Charity provide specialist care and support for people with an advancing serious illness and those in need of end-of-life care. This includes outstanding care on our Inpatient Unit, helping patients and their loved ones feel comfortable and supported and making precious moments together possible.
How can I donate?
Simply donate via the Big Give website during the challenge week (1 to 8 December 2026), and your donation will be doubled through matched funding, while funds remain available, doubling the difference you make.
Can I donate money I've raised through fundraising?
Absolutely! Whether you’ve organised a bake sale, taken on a sponsored challenge, held a Christmas event, organised a collection at work or raised money in another way, you can donate your fundraising proceeds through our Big Give Christmas Challenge page during 1–8 December. Your donation will then be doubled through matched funding, while funds remain available, helping you make an even bigger difference.
Can I donate on behalf of my workplace, school or community group?
Yes! If your workplace, school, club or community group has raised money for Arthur Rank Hospice Charity, you can donate the fundraising proceeds via the Big Give website during the challenge week to help support patients and families.
Can I donate outside the challenge week?
You can support Arthur Rank Hospice Charity at any time, but to benefit from the Big Give Christmas Challenge’s matched funding, please make your donation through the Big Give website between 1 and 8 December 2026.
Can I claim Gift Aid on my donation?
If you’re a UK taxpayer and your donation is eligible, you may be able to boost its value by 25% at no extra cost to you through Gift Aid. Please follow the Gift Aid declaration on the donation page if you’re eligible.
What if I have a question about donating or my fundraising?
If you have any questions about the Big Give Christmas Challenge or would like help donating funds you’ve raised, please email our team at fundraising@arhc.org.uk and we’ll be happy to help.
Thank YOU
Your support helps to continue supporting people in Cambridgeshire living with an advancing serious illness and those who need end of life care, thank you.
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Hospice supporter raises funds in multiple ways in memory of his parents
This year Anthony has also raced in a car rally and has signed up to run the Cambridge Half Marathon
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Charlotte runs Sydney Marathon for Hospice Care with Type 1 Diabetes
Charlotte shared £3,220 fundraising between two charities
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Director takes on Mountain Challenge for Cancer and Hospice patients in memory of his wife
A Cambridge pensioner takes on daunting Lake District mountain challenge in support of hospice care in the eastern region
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Sisters raise £8,888 Line Dancing, for the Hospice who cared for their Dad
Cheryl and Lisa arranged a 12 hour Charity Line Dancing Fundraiser
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Hospice made final weeks as special as they could be for Mummy
Matt shares more about his experiences with the Charity for his wife and two young boys
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Daughter runs Cambridge Half Marathon in memory of Dad and Hospice Care
‘The Charity allowed us to breathe’
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‘Robins and Rainbows’ walk Cambridge to Ely in memory of Kayoko
Kayoko’s family shared their reasons for signing up to the Cambridge to Ely Trek
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High Sheriff and Mayor of Wisbech ‘Love to Move’ at the Alan Hudson Centre
Patients enjoyed meeting the visitors at the Centre
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Cambridge United FC supporters choose Arthur Rank Hospice Charity as their Charity of the year 2026-27
Players, fans, patients and visitors enjoyed time at the Hospice at the first Charity of the Year visit
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Son-in-Law takes on the Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge for Hospice Care
Paramedic, Karl shares more about his reasons for taking on the challenge
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Music Therapy supports Hospice patient with her and her family’s grief
Jessica kindly shares her experience of Music Therapy
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Nicky Newton, Complementary Therapist
Nicky shares more about her role
