How can I help
There are many ways you can make a big difference
Want to know how you can support the work that we do at First Light?Â
You can help by donating (as a one-off contribution, or becoming a regular giver), hosting an event for widowed people in your area, sponsoring us or introducing us to an organisation that may be able to, fundraising, subscribing as a gold member, volunteering your time, or organising to leave us a legacy donation in your will.
However you are able to assist, we value and appreciate your contribution.
First Light is a community. Our volunteers and supporters are at the heart of what we do, and our programs would not exist without help from our community.
Volunteer
Our wonderful volunteers help us to stretch our reach far and wide and provide support, information and resources to our community.
We have many online and in-person volunteering opportunities and would love your help.
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Fundraise
There are many different opportunities to fundraise for First Light and help us support our community. For example, you could become a fundraising hero by hosting an online event, such as a Facebook fundraiser, or a memorial event to celebrate your person. Your efforts, big or small, can make a massive difference to the work we are doing and we really appreciate your support.
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Sponsor us
Whether you’re a large organisation or family business, partnering with us through corporate sponsorship is more than just a financial contribution – it’s a heartfelt gesture that makes a real difference. You can leave a lasting mark by standing with us as we support young widowed people.
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Donate
Donations make a huge difference to First Light and our community. Whether you’d like to make a one-off donation or become a regular giver, want to donate to something specific, or wherever we need it most; we thank you for supporting us.
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Legacy bequests
A legacy bequest donation is a meaningful and truly special way to make a lasting impact on the lives of others. We deeply appreciate and celebrate those who include First Light as a charity donation bequest in their will or leave a request with loved ones to donate in their name.
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Local Catch Up
You can host a Local Catch Up for widowed people in your area, to help our community connect with others nearby going through similar yet individual journeys, side by side.
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Hope, community, understanding
Join our community for access to information, resources, events, and a network of widowed people for peer support. Our membership is free, with options to upgrade and contribute later to keep us running and helping others.