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All the inspiration and dishes you need to kick start a very special evening of feasting, fundraising and fun.
How to host your dinner
Planning a magical fundraising evening with Shine for ShelterBox is simple
Step by step guide
Shine for ShelterBox is a great way to fundraise for ShelterBox this winter, whether you love to get together with your friends, family or community.
It’s simple to host a dinner, use this step-by-step guide to help you, and don’t forget to use #shineforshelterbox to spread the word.
1. Choose a date, time and location
Decide on a date that suits you and choose a location for your dinner.
Already have a dinner planned? Why not make it a Shine for ShelterBox dinner?
2. Invite family and friends
You can keep it small and invite a handful of people or bring a whole community together.
Whatever you decide, make sure you give your guests enough notice as diaries book up fast.
3. Plan your evening and menu
Cook your favourite meal or let our recipes inspire you!
From traditional Dominican fried chicken to sweet potato shepherd’s pie, there are plenty to choose from. Check out the recipes.
We have plenty of materials to help inform and entertain your guests. Find them all on our Shine Resources page.
4. Collect donations
Collect coins and notes, cheques or encourage guests to pay online on our Shine Donation form.
We can provide you with a donation box, sponsor forms or gift aid envelopes. More details on how to pay in can be found on our Shine FAQs.
Your guests can also donate the cost of a solar light via text. Just use SHINEFORSHELTERBOX to 70085 to donate £10.00. Standard message rates apply.
Top tip
Why not encourage each guest to donate the cost of an aid item
£11 could provide a solar light
£28 could provide a kitchen set
£60 could provide a water filter
Get in touch
We’re here to support you and would love to hear what you’re planning so get in touch!
More resources
Fundraising tips and ideas
Check out our tips to have a great event! There are lots of ways to have fun and fundraise for a great charity.
Shine resources
Resources to help shape your evening and engage your guests