Handling money

At events, and in public fundraising, fundraisers often deal with cash. This presents a risk to people’s personal safety. Some good practice can reduce the likelihood of incidents.

• Make sure at least two people deal with money raised.
• Avoid leaving anyone to carry money by themselves.
• If travelling by public transport, advise people to carry bags that hide the fact they’re carrying charity funds (cover buckets and boxes).
• If you’re using a car, remember to store your collection materials out of sight.
• Try and pay your money to the charity or bank as soon as possible.
• When an event finishes at night, try to use a bank night safe or safety deposit box.
• Advise people to hand over cash if they are ever challenged for it, and report the incident to the police and the fundraising manager within 24 hours.