The charity hopes families, office workers and more will team up for tea for the cause
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is calling on supporters to host a “Cuppa for the Crew” and raise money for the charity.
Launched last month, Cuppa for the Crew is a brand new campaign encouraging people to host a tea or coffee event to fundraise for the RNLI’s brave volunteer crews and lifeguards. Whether it is a cup of tea, coffee or hot chocolate, every pound raised will go towards supporting the RNLI’s vital work around the UK and Ireland.
Claire Ralston, RNLI marketing executive, said: ‘We are delighted to launch the Cuppa for the Crew campaign, and we’re really excited to get started. Enjoying a cuppa with family and friends is one of life’s simple pleasures and being able to raise money for our brave RNLI crews while doing so makes it even better.”
The RNLI has lifeboats stationed in the East Yorkshire area at Bridlington, Withernsea and Flamborough. Nationally, in 2024 alone, RNLI lifeboats launched over 9,000 times, saving more than 350 lives, while RNLI lifeguards aided over 17,000 people.
All of this is lifesaving work is made possible thanks to the generosity of the public and willing fundraisers. It is easy to get involved in Cuppa for the Crew.
Simply organise your event on the day and time of your choosing, invite friends, family or colleagues and host a cuppa for the crew. You can host your event wherever suits you best.
This might be in the office with your team, at your favourite café, in a community hall, or even out in the park as part of a late summer picnic. Once you register, you will gain access to a whole range of fantastic resources to help you plan, prepare and “dress” your event, from printable bunting and cake toppers to posters and invites.
So, pop the kettle on, gather your crew, and help make a real difference. If you would like to host your own Cuppa for the Crew, register on the RNLI’s fundraising page.