Ways to support
We’re a charity, reliant on funds raised from trusts and foundations, companies and generous individuals to enable our work. Although partner schools contribute to the cost of our provision, our programmes are majority funded by voluntary support. Please help however you can.
Become a Friend of First Story
Commit to a monthly donation of £50 (or an annual gift of £600) and join some of our closest supporters, the Friends of First Story. Our Friends are a vitally important group helping to fund our core programmes year round. To thank you for your ongoing support, you’ll receive an annual Impact Report, priority news and invitations to our events.
I support First Story because it is small, focused and has great impact.
Beth colocci, First Editions Group
Fundraise for us
With so many fun and rewarding ways to inspire donations from your family, friends, colleagues and community, whatever support you can give will make a huge difference. Could you organise your own event? How about taking on a sponsored challenge? You can even donate proceeds from the sale of tickets or products… Whatever you choose to do, we’ll promote your fundraising efforts through our website and digital channels.
Corporate support
Join large corporate supporters like Man Group and Wellington UK, and smaller organisations like Wordbank, by making First Story your company’s charity of choice. From sponsorship and corporate giving, to employee fundraising and pro bono support, we’re keen to partner with values-aligned businesses of all sizes. We could help each other achieve incredible things for young people.
It was fun to take part in the Wordbank virtual relay to raise money for First Story. Even though it was virtual, it was still a great way to connect with my colleagues.
BERT VANMUYSEN, Wordbank employee
Giving in memory
We regularly hear from supporters who want to make a donation to honour the memory of a loved one. Donors sometimes tell us they chose First Story because their loved one valued education, and knew how it can change the course of a life. Sometimes it’s simply that the loved one cherished creative writing. If you’d like to remember someone’s life with a gift to First Story, please get in touch.
Legacy giving
By leaving even a small amount to First Story in your will, you can give the gift of creative writing to future generations. If you are considering this form of giving, please don’t hesitate to contact us for practical advice or support. And please let us know if you have already remembered us in your will, so that we can say thank you in person.
How your support impacts young people’s lives…