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Help a child living with illness, disadvantage, or a disability have a better future—starting now
Ways to help
It doesn’t take much to help a child have a better future your help makes a difference to a child—no matter how big or small
Our global network of dedicated individuals and corporations transforms the lives of millions of children around the world. Discover how easy and rewarding it is to give a child the gift of a better future.

For individuals
Your donation gives a child the gift of a better future
Your donation makes life changing projects possible, such as Sunshine Coaches, all-abilities playgrounds, or expensive specialist hospital equipment.
It’s so easy to make a difference to a child’s life through Variety by joining or organizing an event, taking part in a personal challenge such as a marathon or trek, or becoming a regular donor.
The amount you donate isn’t important because every single dollar helps a child in need.
Donate NowFor Corporations
Be part of a global network transforming the lives of children around the world
Through strong leadership, best practices, and professional stewardship, Variety successfully operates 4 core programs delivering a lifelong positive impact for millions of children who are sick, disadvantaged, or living with a disability.
Variety offers a range of opportunities for your corporation to give back to your community.
Donate Now
Be part of a global network improving children’s lives all around the world
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Workplace Giving
Setting up an ongoing program to engage your employees’ generosity is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways your organization can provide vital medical equipment and services to individual children and children’s organizations.
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Sponsorship
Supporting one of Variety’s high profile events or iconic corporate functions—by sponsoring essential advertising, marketing, supplies, or training—demonstrates your positive impact to your community and helps reach new audiences.
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Cause-Related Marketing/Promotions
Collaborating with a global network of fellow Thought Leaders demonstrates our shared values and amplifies the transformative difference we make together, to give children in our community the lifelong gift of a better future.
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Gifts & Services In-Kind
Donating prizes or business skills for raffles and auctions—such as legal or accountancy advice and office items—is a simple yet powerful way to give children in need the gift of vital medical equipment and services, while expanding your brand awareness across new audiences.
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Gold Hearts
Participating in one of our most successful fundraisers—the iconic Variety Gold Heart Pin, now a sought-after collector’s item in its own right—gives millions of dollars in specialized equipment and services to children in need.
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Events
Volunteering or attending one of our fundraising events—such as fun runs, lunches, and motoring events—is a fun and rewarding way to connect with fellow volunteers of your local Variety chapter while creating a brighter future for the children in your community.
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Leave a Bequest or Legacy
Leaving a bequest or legacy to Variety—such as part or all of your estate, or stocks, bonds, and money—is one of the most personal ways you can give children in need the gift of a better future.
To make a bequest or legacy to Variety, first make or update your will. A will ensures after passing, a person’s wishes are protected, and efficiently implemented. You can review and update your will at any time. If you are unsure how to leave a bequest or legacy in your will, please speak to your solicitor or will provider, who will be able to help. To include Variety’s details, please contact Variety International.