Effort, Empathy & Entrepreneurial Spirit Raises Over £5,200 for Charity
Eversfield’s Fantastic Fiver Challenge Raises Over £5,200 for Help Harry Help Others Cancer Charity
Form 5 pupils at Eversfield Preparatory School, Solihull, showed incredible creativity, compassion and entrepreneurial flair as they took on the school’s annual Fantastic Fiver Charity Challenge, raising over £5,200 in support of Help Harry Help Others, a local cancer charity inspired by the legacy of Harry Moseley.
Each of the 40 pupils, aged 9 and 10, began the six-week challenge with a £5 note and the mission to turn it into as much money as possible through enterprise and initiative. The challenge not only raised vital funds for an important cause, but also gave pupils the chance to develop real-world skills in project planning, problem-solving, marketing and community engagement.
This year’s projects went far and wide—carried out not only at home, but also in Wales, Cornwall and even France! Some pupils took their fundraising efforts to their football clubs and dance classes, making use of their hobbies and networks to support the cause.
A wide variety of fundraising ideas took shape, with some pupils taking on ambitious sponsored challenges including a 1.1-mile and a 1km swim, a 15km cycle around the park, and a 6km run. Others organised creative and interactive events such as “Beat the Goalie” games and lucky dips—with one duo successfully writing to local businesses to donate prizes.
Sweet treats and handmade items proved especially popular. Pupils ran lemonade, sweet and cake stalls on their driveways, sold sweets in decorated bags, hosted chocolate raffles, baked cookies and cakes for friends, families, and parents’ work colleagues, and made lavender bath bombs and bracelets. Some even took a digital approach—selling unwanted items collected from neighbours on Vinted.
Other enterprising efforts included making origami animals, running car washes, and doing odd jobs such as gardening and driveway sweeping to earn donations. The combination of hands-on effort, creativity, and teamwork was truly inspiring.
Mr Robert Yates, Headmaster at Eversfield, praised the pupils' commitment and community spirit: “Compassion is at the heart of our school code and this initiative really demonstrates how our pupils are growing into thoughtful, proactive members of society. I am incredibly proud of the ingenious and generous ways they supported a very worthy cause.”
Georgie Mosley, CEO and Founder, Help Harry Help Others Cancer Charity also expressed deep appreciation: “We are absolutely thrilled and grateful for the support from the Eversfield community. These young fundraisers have shown exactly the kind of kindness and initiative that Harry championed. The funds raised will make a real difference to our work supporting families affected by cancer—and the children should be very proud of the impact they’ve made.”
The Fantastic Fiver Challenge continues to be a highlight of the school year—empowering children to learn, care, and contribute meaningfully to their world.