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Here you'll find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about RAG. If you can't find the answer you're looking for below, email rag@su.ntu.ac.uk and we'll do our best to help.
What is RAG?
What is the aim of Trent RAG?
How can I join RAG?
Who can join Trent RAG?
How much does joining RAG cost?
My friends don’t want to join RAG - what should I do?
How can I sign up to the RAG newsletter?
What sort of activities does RAG organise and promote?
Where can I find out about upcoming events?
How can I sign up to an event/opportunity?
None of the events interest me - what should I do?
What is a Raid/Megaraid?
Where might I stay on a Megaraid?
How much do RAG events cost?
What sort of activities has RAG done in the past?
I’m not interested in bucket collecting. What else can I do?
Do I have to dress up when taking part in an event?
Some of the events seem a bit dangerous. How will I be kept safe?
Who organises the activities?
What do the RAG Committee do?
Who are the RAG Committee?
I want to help promote your activities. How can I help?
How can I contact someone in the RAG team?
How much did RAG raise last year?
Where does all the money go?
I’d like RAG to raise money for a certain charity - can this happen?
I’d like to organise my own fundraiser. How do I do it?
I want my sports club/society to organise a fundraiser - how do I do that?
I’m taking part in a RAG sponsored event. Can I use justgiving.com?
What are the benefits of using justgiving.com?
I’m struggling to raise enough money for my event – can you help?
What recognition can I get for fundraising?
What policies and procedures do you follow?
My question isn’t on here.
What is RAG?
RAG is the Students Union’s fundraising group – many Unions across Britain have their own RAG department, so naturally we’re aiming to be the best! We offer a vast range of activities, from the sensible to the slightly more absurd, including raids (bucket collections) and megaraids (bucket collections with other RAG groups). We aim to raise as much money as possible for the charities – chosen by you – that need our help.
What is the aim of Trent RAG?
Trent RAG aims to raise as much money as possible for local, national and international charities by providing a diverse range of events and activities for the student population.
How can I join RAG?
It’s simple! Just click here and fill in the form.
Who can join Trent RAG?
Any current student at Nottingham Trent University, or associate member of Nottingham Trent Students' Union, may join Trent RAG.
How much does joining RAG cost?
Nothing! It’s completely free to join RAG; however there may be a cost relating to the event itself, depending on the activity.
My friends don’t want to join RAG - what should I do?
Join us anyway! RAG provides the perfect opportunity to make new friends and incredible memories – you can sign up to as many or as few activities as you want, but you’re sure to meet some great people along the way.
How can I sign up to the RAG newsletter?
By signing up to join RAG, we automatically sign you up to the newsletter. Click here to get involved and receive the most up-to-date news, fundraising totals, and details of upcoming events.
What sort of activities does RAG organise and promote?
Anything and everything! In the past we’ve run club nights, hitch-hikes, raids, bake sales, abseils, skydives... the list goes on! The Committee changes each year, and so do the activities. Visit the Upcoming Events page to find out what we have scheduled.
Where can I find out about upcoming events?
All of our upcoming events will be featured on the Upcoming Events page, so please have a look at that. For all the latest news, sign up to RAG and you’ll receive the free e-newsletter giving you the most up-to-date RAG information.
How can I sign up to an event/opportunity?
You can sign up by emailing RAG@su.ntu.ac.uk with the following information:
Name:
Project you're interested in:
Email address:
Contact phone number:
We’ll send you an email back and confirm your place.
None of the events interest me - what should I do?
We’re sorry to hear that none of the events interest you, but we’d love to hear what might. Email RAG@su.ntu.ac.uk to put a suggestion forward, and we’ll see how we can help.
What is a Raid/Megaraid?
Raid – a raid is simply a bucket collection - but it’s not as dull as it sounds! You’re with other members of Trent RAG, dressed wildly (if you desire) and laying on the cheeky charm with the generous public. It’ll put your persuasiveness skills to the test!
Megaraid – a megaraid is pretty much the same deal, except RAG groups from other universities take part as well, and it usually involves stopping overnight somewhere. In the past, we’ve been on megaraids to places like Dublin, Edinburgh, and Manchester. The accommodation’s basic, but free - a great way to see new cities!
Where might I stay on a Megaraid?
Usually the accommodation is very basic, such as a church floor – on megaraids you’re advised to take a sleeping bag and pillow.
Sometimes the charity may arrange for a hostel; but given the cost incurred by the charity, it’s unlikely.
How much do RAG events cost?
RAG is completely free to join. However, there may be a cost relating to the event depending on the activity. For example, we may ask for a small contribution to help cover petrol costs when we’re going on a raid, or we may ask for a registration fee for a sponsored event.
It’s best to check individual activities for confirmed prices.
What sort of activities has RAG done in the past?
Raids (bucket collecting), Megaraids (bucket collecting in a random city with overnight stay), abseils, hitch-hikes, walking challenges, running challenges, club nights, awareness-raising events, Krispy Kreme selling, speed-dating, pub crawls, cake sales... the list goes on...
I’m not interested in bucket collecting. What else can I do?
Bucket collecting isn’t everyone’s bag, but it can be loads of fun. Give it a try – you might love it! If you’re really reluctant, then you could try out one of our other fun activities... Check out our upcoming events; these could include hitch-hiking, a walking challenge, or a pub crawl, to name but a few.
Do I have to dress up when taking part in an event?
No – it’s entirely up to you how you dress. Sometimes people feel they get more attention and more money when bucket collecting in fancy dress, but if you don’t feel comfortable we’ll have a charity-branded t-shirt for you to wear.
Some of the events seem a bit dangerous. How will I be kept safe?
Some of RAG’s events do carry risks to your personal safety.
We risk assess each activity and make every effort to minimise dangers; although please be aware that in certain instances we cannot eliminate risk entirely and that you embark on an event at your own discretion.
For each event where there is a chance of personal injury or death, we will ask participants to sign disclaimer forms to ensure that you understand the hazards and take responsibility for your own actions for the duration of the event. Provided in each pack will be tips on how to keep yourself and teammates safe.
If you have any concerns about the safety of events, please do contact us.
Who organises the activities?
RAG is entirely student-led (with a little bit of help from NTSU staff and Exec), so the fundraising at NTSU is planned and delivered by members of the RAG Committee or students with an interest in fundraising. If you want to be part of the RAG Committee, or you just want to organise a one-off fundraising event, then contact us at RAG@su.ntu.ac.uk.
What do the RAG Committee do?
The RAG Committee are the people who organise your fabulous fundraising events!
Who are the RAG Committee?
The RAG Committee are student volunteers who dedicate their time (and enthusiasm) to planning fundraising opportunities for the rest of the student body. You can meet the committee here.
I want to help promote your activities. How can I help?
Whether you want to promote RAG in halls or around campus, we need your help! Drop us an email at RAG@su.ntu.ac.uk and we’ll link you up with a committee member to help promote a particular event.
How can I contact someone in the RAG team?
If you have a comment or query for a member of the RAG team, you can email RAG@su.ntu.ac.uk and your email will be forwarded on to the relevant individual.
How much did RAG raise last year?
Last year we raised £50,614.70 for local, national and international charities.
Where does all the money go?
We support various charities - from the larger, well-known organisations, to charities that are just starting up. Last year, the majority of funds raised by Trent students were for the following charities:
- Balls to Poverty - £8230.33
- Interpal/The Gaza Appeal - £4553.57
- Cancer Research UK - £4027.63
- Fund4Rwanda - £3421.18
- Childreach International - £3007.19
I’d like RAG to raise money for a certain charity - can this happen?
Yes, it’s certainly a possibility. We want students to have as much input as possible into where the money we raise goes; it’s likely that we’ll ask for your vote in a choice of three of four charities.
I’d like to organise my own fundraiser. How do I do it?
That’s great! The RAG Committee and Student Volunteer Coordinator can offer support when it comes to organising your own fundraiser. You can also request our fundraising pack, which will offer you suggestions and tips for how to raise money. Email RAG@su.ntu.ac.uk for more help or to receive your fundraising pack.
I want my sports club/society to organise a fundraiser - how do I do that?
You can request a copy of our fundraising pack by emailing RAG@su.ntu.ac.uk; we’ll support you through the fundraising process, so do feel free to get in touch.
I’m taking part in a RAG sponsored event. Can I use justgiving.com?
Of course - justgiving.com is an easy and quick way to get friends and family to sponsor you. However, we still need to know how much money you have raised for the charity, so if you’re using justgiving.com or a similar website, make sure you inform RAG when you’ve finished collecting sponsorship.
What are the benefits of using justgiving.com?
Justgiving.com is a great way for friends and family who live further afield to sponsor you. It means you don’t have to go around collecting pennies from people, and it’s all done securely via the internet.
I’m struggling to raise enough money for my event – can you help?
We’ll try our best! We can’t give you any money, but if you’re stuck for ideas and need our support, then don’t hesitate to get in touch and we’ll help out as best we can.
What recognition can I get for fundraising?
Towards the end of the academic year we will be hosting the NTSU Awards, so throughout the year we’ll be looking out for the best fundraisers and keeping a record of involvement and how much money you have raised.
We also offer certificates for participation detailing monies raised, on request.
What policies and procedures do you follow?
You can obtain a copy of our guidelines, policies, and procedures by emailing RAG@su.ntu.ac.uk
My question isn’t on here.
If we haven’t been able to answer your questions, please email RAG@su.ntu.ac.uk and we’ll try our best to help.
