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Two parents hold their smiling baby between them as they lean in to kiss the child's cheeks. The family sits together indoors, sharing an affectionate moment.Two parents hold their smiling baby between them as they lean in to kiss the child's cheeks. The family sits together indoors, sharing an affectionate moment.Two parents hold their smiling baby between them as they lean in to kiss the child's cheeks. The family sits together indoors, sharing an affectionate moment.

Give in celebration

Give in celebration

Whether you're getting married, turning another year older or marking a milestone that matters, your celebration could change lives. Here's how to make your big moment mean even more. 

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Getting married?

Congratulations! If you're looking for a meaningful alternative to a traditional gift list, we'd love to be part of your big day. 

  • Not sure you need another slow cooker? Ask guests to donate instead of giving gifts. Simply set up a JustGiving page and share the link with your invitations or display a QR code on the day.  
  • Swap traditional favours for a Concern pin badge. A suggested donation of £2 per guest, and a keepsake your guests will actually want to keep. Get in touch to order yours. 
  • Alternatively, take a look at our Concern Gifts – starting at £5, they could be the meaningful wedding favour you are looking for.   
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Celebrating a birthday?

Another year older, another chance to do something amazing. Whether you're throwing a party, skipping the gifts or taking on a challenge, your birthday could make a real difference to communities affected by poverty, conflict and climate change. 

  • Create your birthday Facebook fundraiser or set up a JustGiving page in just minutes and share it with friends and family. 
  • Want to make your party extra special? Get in touch and we'll help you make it a fundraising success. 
  • Feeling adventurous? Explore our sports and challenge events and turn your birthday into an achievement worth celebrating. 
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Donate in-memory of someone special

One life, many ways to celebrate. 

Did you know someone who embodied the values of Concern, or supported our life saving work to end extreme poverty? Making a donation in their memory is an amazing way to celebrate a person’s life. Find out how you can support in celebration of a life here.  

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Buy an alternative gift

Stuck on what to buy? Give a gift that actually changes something. From avocado trees to school kits to a family goat, our life changing gifts start from just £5 and make a brilliant alternative to anything you'd find on the high street.
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"As I get older, I realize that the best gifts I could receive for my birthday are ones that support causes close to my heart."

Carol

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Get in touch

  • Have you got a question or want to tell us about your celebration plans? We’d love to hear from you and are here to support in any way we can to make sure your occasion is extra special.

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