About the event

At St John’s Hospice, we recognise that illness does not discriminate - it affects people of all ages, backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, sexualities, and beliefs. Just as we come together to provide quality, holistic care for anyone living with a life-limiting illness, Taste the World celebrates being united by food and connected by care.

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We’re inviting you to take part in this foodie fundraiser by hosting your own food sale on any day that suits you in May.

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Whether it’s at your school, workplace, or with friends and family, sell your favourite bakes, a treasured family recipe, or store-bought treats from around the world.

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Will you celebrate a world of flavours and raise vital funds for St John’s Hospice, one delicious bite at a time? To take part, simply download our free resources above. These include posters to advertise your event, food and allergen cards, bunting and more.

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Don’t forget to tag us in your pictures on social media or share some via email. We’d love to hear how your Taste the World fundraiser went!

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Why Taste the World matters

• A symbol of inclusivity: The joy of food is universal. Everyone is welcome to participate, whether sharing a family recipe, exploring new flavours, or simply coming together in support of our community.
• A taste of togetherness: Across every culture, food is a source of comfort and healing. This event reminds us that no matter where we come from, we all experience love, loss, and the importance of community.
• Supporting compassionate care: Every bite taken, every dish shared, and every donation made supports our commitment to celebrating and amplifying life, enabling people to live well for as long as possible.

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How to collect and send donations

Online

The easiest way to fundraise is by setting up a JustGiving page:

1. Visit www.justgiving.com/campaign/tastetheworld-stjohns.
2. Click 'Start Fundraising’ and follow the steps to personalise your page.
3. Enable Gift Aid to boost donations by 25% at no extra cost.
4. Please remember to tick the box that will allow your page to collect Gift Aid and to personalise your page as much as possible. Add a profile and cover photo, explain your story and why and how you are fundraising for St John’s.
5. Set a fundraising target! A target can be a great motivator, not only for you, but also for those you are considering donating to your page.

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Another online option could be using the Toucan Giving app, where you can collect contactless card payments through the app on your smart phone. Donations go straight to our JustGiving account. Contact us for more information.

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Offline

Prefer collecting donations in person? We can provide you with collection tins or buckets and sponsorship forms. Contact us to request these items.

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Please send cash or cheques to Fundraising Department, St John’s Hospice, 60 Grove End Road, London, NW8 9NH and ensure cheques are made payable to 'St John’s Hospice'. Alternatively, pay in the money you raised online at www.stjohnshospice.org.uk/donate.

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Please remember to reference ‘Taste the World’ when paying in your fundraising online or when sending us cash or cheques.