Become a School Partner
Join Us in the Fight Against DIPG
Schools play an important role in teaching values like compassion, community involvement and servant leadership. Charities – like Abbie’s Army, in turn, provide schools with meaningful opportunities to put those values into action.
By partnering with Abbie's Army, your school can make a real difference in funding vital research to find a cure for Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), which is a rare and aggressive childhood brain cancer.
Working together, we can direct the school community's kindness and generosity towards making progress against this devastating disease. This collaboration allows your school to actively support finding better treatments for children battling DIPG and their families.
Empower Students to Make a Difference
Supporting Abbie's Army means your school community will directly contribute to the fight against DIPG. This partnership will teach students the importance of helping others and show them that even small actions can make a big impact.
This can be especially important when a school loses a student to diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), it deeply affects the entire school community. Students, teachers, and parents often come together in an amazing way to show their support.
Focus on a Critical Cause
DIPG has the lowest survival rates among all childhood cancers, and current treatment options are extremely limited. By supporting Abbie's Army, your company will be funding groundbreaking research aimed at finding effective treatments and, ultimately, a cure for DIPG.
This focused approach ensures that your contributions are directed towards a cause that desperately needs attention and resources.
Ways Your School Can Partner with Us
Charity of the Year
Choose Abbie's Army as your Charity of the Year and make a profound difference in just 12 months.
Your organisation’s support will advance our research, enhance our support services, and raise awareness about DIPG.
Fundraising Events
Organise fundraising events such as bake sales, fun runs, talent shows, or non-uniform days. These activities not only raise funds but also build school spirit and demonstrate the rewards of helping others.
We can provide information and resources to help make your event a success.
Around the World for DIPG
Take part in our virtual fitness challenge where you can walk, run, cycle, or ride – any activity that gets your kids moving counts! Track their progress using the Strava app and our handy tracker sheet. You could set up and exercise bike during break time and let the kids take turns peddling to your school’s goal.
Classroom Projects
Incorporate Abbie's Army into classroom projects. Whether it’s through art, science, or writing assignments, students can learn about the importance of charity work and the impact they can have.
These projects can culminate in a school-wide presentation or fair to showcase their efforts.
Christmas card drive
Have every child in your class design a Christmas / holiday card to create a pack of cards to sell in the run up to Christmas.
Be sure to include on the card that you are raising money for Abbie’s Army and helping to fight children’s childhood brain cancer.
Friendship bracelets
Grab some colourful string and get braiding!
Have your kids make friendship bracelets to sell. Not only do you raise money, but you also help create solidarity and raise awareness for the cause.
Collection Pots and Countertop Boxes
Set up collection pots and countertop boxes in common areas like the cafeteria or front office. These displays can include Abbie's Army merchandise {add link to shop} such as wristbands, pens, and childhood cancer awareness pin badges, available for a minimum donation of just £1 each. This helps raise awareness and funds simultaneously.
Sponsored Challenges
Encourage students and staff to participate in sponsored challenges, like walkathons, readathons, or sports days.
These events can be fun, healthy, and impactful, showing students the power of collective effort for a good cause.
Get Involved
Partnering with Abbie's Army is a meaningful way to demonstrate corporate social responsibility, enhance employee engagement, and contribute to a cause that truly matters. Your money will accelerate research, and help children who need it most. Join us in the fight against DIPG and help bring hope to families affected by this devastating disease.
For more information on how your company can support Abbie's Army, please reach out to Amanda Mifsud at amanda@abbiesarmy.co.uk.
Together, we can make a difference.