Fundraising & Events

Across the UK, researchers are working tirelessly to find treatments and cures for a wide range of eye conditions. To support their efforts, we need incredible individuals like you who can raise vital funds and awareness through everything from bake sales to challenge events. Become part of #TeamSightResearchUK today!

However you choose to support us, we’ll be here to support you. We are proud to offer fundraising opportunities for a range of ages and abilities. Perhaps you’re looking for something fun to do with your friends, or maybe you want to set yourself a challenge to see how far you can push yourself. Whatever your preference, we have something for you.

Don’t hesitate to get in touch with more ideas of how you can fundraise for us – we’d love to hear from you and will support you however we can!

Browse our fundraising pages for ideas and inspiration:

What has your fundraising achieved so far?

Since 1986, thanks to the generosity of supporters like you, we’ve invested over £18 million into pioneering sight research. These vital funds have helped drive breakthroughs in understanding and treating sight loss. But we’re not stopping there, we have bold ambitions to do even more, and your continued support is key to shaping a clearer future for everyone affected.

Why we fundraise together:

We know that our vision to ensure clearer futures for those living with sight loss is not an easy one. But every act, no matter how big or small, has a resounding impact. And together, your actions to support sight research can become movements for real and life-altering change.

Here are some powerful statistics to highlight the importance of eye research:

• Every 6 minutes a person in the UK is told they will lose their sight.
• By 2030, 2.7 million people will be living with vision loss in the UK.
• Ophthalmology is already the biggest NHS outpatient speciality in the country, with eye treatments making up 10% of all appointments.