 So many questions, so little time to bounce!Let us answer some of those for you so you can get back to your bouncing! Hop to it! How do I register?There are 2 ways you can register for The Big Bounce. The fastest and most effective way to register is online. We have partnered with online fundraising company Everyday Hero. EH is a trusted website that has a long history of working with Not for Profit organisations during fundraising campaigns. Donating online through Everyday Hero is a safe, quick and easy way you can contribute to The Big Bounce fundraising campaign.
It allows you to register as a team or individual, build a customised profile page to promote yourself, and most importantly, is very simple to email everyone your page to encourage fundraising!
To register, simply click on the icon 'Get Bouncing now' through the 'Get Involved' page. This will take you through to The Big Bounce registration page, which sits on a communal fundraising site called Everyday Hero.
Fill in your details and register to participate!
Once registered, you will then have the option of fundraising as an individual, to create a new team, or join an existing team.
Your Big Bounce page is there to promote your Big Bounce challenge, so be sure to add a pic of yourself, a blog as to why you're taking part and remember to keep it updated! No internet? No worries! Simply ring Save the Children in your local state or email us at
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. We will send a Big Bouncer sponsorship booklet and a parental consent form (for children under the age of 16). Save the Children requires the parental consent form to be returned before the child commences bouncing.
Upon completion of The Big Bounce, the money will need to be deposited in a NAB bank, using the Save the Children banking details on the booklet and the booklet sent back to us by Friday 17 December at the latest. We will then issue a receipt for the money raised. How do I create an online fundraising profile page?Thanks to Everyday Hero, it is so simple to set up an online fundraising profile page.
Get started now, or read through the following easy step by step process to get a thorough understanding. I would like to donate but cannot participate in The Big Bounce?We understand that not everyone has the opportunity to be involved or participate in The Big Bounce.
Don't worry! You can still help Aussie kids in need by sponsoring a Big Bouncer. Don't know anyone participating? That's ok, why not make a donation to one of Save the Children's many programs instead. All donations made to Save the Children go directly to helping children in need. How do I send the money I raise to Save the Children? Easy! There are two ways money can be transferred to Save the Children.
If you have set up a fundraising page online through Everyday Hero all the hard work will be done for you. Each time someone sponsors you and inputs their credit card details, the money will be directly transferred from their bank account to Save the Children's bank account, so you don't have to ask for money or forward banking details on.
If you have a sponroship booklet and have collected money from people, you (or perhaps your parents) will need to take the money to your local branch and deposit it in to Save the Children's Big Bounce bank account that is listed on your booklet (link). Be sure to include in the 'reference' on the deposit form the reference number on your booklet that starts with 'BB'. What if I don’t reach my monetary or bounce targets? Don't worry, you are still making a huge difference! Save the Children appreciates every dollar that is raised through The Big Bounce.
The Big Bounce is not just about raising a dollar amount, but is also about helping Save the Children increase our awareness that highlights the need for action to help children living right here in our own backyard. The Big Bounce is a big step in the right direction to make sure all Australian children can get the best start to life & by you taking part, no matter how large or small, you are helping us spread our message. I want to get my school involved but i don't know what to say to my teacher or Principal?We understand that it can sometimes be tricky trying to request that a new event be introduced to school, or more importantly being able to succinctly explain to a teacher or Principal what it is that you would like to do!
We think it's fantastic that you've taken the initiative to introduce The Big Bounce to your school, so we want to make it as easy as possible for you do to so.
We have developed a letter (link) to send to your teacher or Principal, or an email template (link) if you'd like to send an email. Just fill in the details where there are blank spaces on the template and send it off!
You can also suggest that you teacher or Principal might like to contact us at
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with any additional Big Bounce questions that you might not be able to answer.
Where did the idea of The Big Bounce come from?
The idea of 'Bouncing' actually came from a child! Save the Children was looking for a fundraising event that was fun and easy for children to be involved with, so we decided to ask some kids what they thought! One suggestion was something involving Bouncing, so we decided to give it a go!!!
The great thing about bouncing activities is that it encourages development of key motor skills for younger children and allows parents to participate as well. Most importantly it’s a fun activity for all involved.
What is the final date for depositing the money I've raised?
Save the Children asks that all the money is deposited by the 17th of December 2010 at the very latest. This allows 2 weeks from the end of November to collect any outstanding amounts.
What will be done with the money raised?
All money raised through The Big Bounce will go towards Save the Children’s work in Australia aimed at giving Aussie kids the best start in life. Money raised may go towards programs such as our early childhood development programs, or child protection programs, designed to give children a happy, healthy and safe start to life.
Are donations to The Big Bounce tax deductable?
Yes! Any donation above $2, can be claimed as a tax deduction. Donations made through Everyday Hero will receive a receipt via email and those that sponsor you using your sponsorship booklet will use the ticket you give them out of your booklet. Can I register as a team?Sure! It's easy to register through Everyday Hero as a group. Each team member can still create their own individual profile also to keep track of how much money each individual is contributing to the team.
If you want to register as a team, but use a sponsorship booklet rather than registering online, you can still do that also. Simply
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or phone 1800 76 00 11 to request a booklet. Do I have to wear safety gear during my bounce?The exciting thing about this event is that each person participating in the event can choose how they wish to bounce. With this said, Save the Children does not condone unsafe behaviour, therefore we encourage safety precautions taken at all times. Although Save the Children does not enforce the wearing of safety gear, we do recommend for everyone involved, especially young children, to regard safety as a serious issue and wear protective gear if you (or your parents) see fit.
Will the Big Bounce be a one off event?
2010 is the first year Save the Children is holding The Big Bounce and it most certainly won’t be the last. The plan is to hold The Big Bounce every year throughout November.
What Countries does Save the Children Australia work in?
We work in the following Countries: Australia
Bangladesh
Cambodia
Lao PDR
Papua New Guinea
Solomon Islands
Timor Leste
Vanuatu How can I promote The Big Bounce and my involvement in it?We have heaps of cool ideas and tricks to make your Big Bounce efforts be seen! Take a look at The Big Bounce online Toolkit. In the toolkit you will be able to find both online and offline tips and tools that can be used to promote your Big Bounce Challenge.
I didn't receive a receipt book, do i need one?No. When a person makes an online donation using the Everday Hero website, they will have a receipt automatically emailed to them which can be printed off. If you chose to fundraise using a sponsorship booklet, the 'ticket' that you ripped out of the sponsorship booklet and gave to you Bounce Buddie (person sponsoring you) will act as their tax receipt. I have forgotten my Everyday Hero profile password, what do I do? Do not panic! If you do forget your password you will be prompted by Everyday Hero to send them an email at
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or you can phone them on 1300 798 768 and they will be able to issue you with a new password. How else can I be involved with Save the Children?If you want to stay updated and informed about the Big Bounce or any other fundraising campaign run by Save the Children, you can follow us on Facebook , Twitter or YouTube. All of us here at save the Children would love to hear from you and these sites are the perfect way to stay in touch.
Want to do more? Become one of our many dedicated volunteers and see firsthand how you can bring a smile to a child’s face.
The Big Bounce is not the only event currently being run by Save the Children. Because children globally are always in need, Save the Children has many on-going events. You can make a donation, or become involved in some of our other events such as Knit One Save One or Make Your Mark.
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