Frequently Asked Questions
Who can host a Trafalgar Night at Home?
Absolutely anyone! Whether you are serving, have hung up your cap, part of a Naval family or simply a supporter of RNRMC - we would love for you to get involved.
Should I hold my Trafalgar Night at Home on a specific day?
No, you can hold your evening any time, however we have suggested hosting it on or around the week of 20th - 26th October as Trafalgar Day is celebrated on 21st October each year.
When will I receive my Trafalgar Night at Home fundraising pack?
When you sign up, you will receive everything that you need to kick start your fundraising.
When you registered, you will have ticked Yes or No to receiving a physical pack. If you requested a physical pack, it will be posted out to you at the end of September, and in good time for your event.
Can I host a Trafalgar Night at Home if I am not in the UK?
Of course!
When you sign up, select that you would like a downloadable pack and you will be able to print everything off. For overseas units, we may be able to get a physical pack to a BFPO address, but please allow more time for this.
How soon before my event do I need to register?
To get the most out of your fundraising, we recommend that you sign up as early as possible.
How do I raise money at my Trafalgar Night at Home?
An online fundraising page will be created for you when you register on this platform for guests to donate directly to from their smart phones. If you have requested a physical pack, we will then provide you with QR code stickers directly to your fundraising page. We will also provide you with cardboard collection boxes, but please do not feel obliged to use this if you are not comfortable handling cash.
You will find all of information that you need about paying in your donations in your fundraising pack.
What is a QR code?
A QR code is a way that your phone can scan to quickly open a website or show information. Using QR codes are a good way of having cashless fundraising. Simply open the camera on your smartphone, or QR code app, and scan the code which will take you to the fundraising page where you can donate.
If your guests would prefer to use a computer, we can provide you with a unique URL which will take you to the same fundraising page.
It is incredibly easy to pay in your fundraising. Simply choose the option below that best suits you.
Any donations made via your fundraising page will be automatically transferred directly to
us including all the Gift Aid, meaning you can sit back and relax after all your hard work.
Cash/collecting boxes
Please do not send cash in the post. Instead, use one of the following methods to get the cash to us.
1. Bring cash/cheques to us in person at our office in HMS Excellent, Portsmouth.
2. Post a cheque to us using the Freepost envelope provided including a cover letter telling us all
about your event.
3. Pay money directly into our charity bank account, but please email us to tell us the date, the
amount and reference so we can keep an eye out for it.
4. Pay money in online using your credit/debit card or PayPal. Visit rnrmc.org.uk/donate to make a
donation online and don’t forget to leave a comment!
Cheques payable to
The Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity
Address to post or visit
RNRMC Fundraising Team, Building 37, HMS Excellent, Whale Island, Portsmouth, PO2 8ER.
Bank details
Sort Code 16-19-26 | Account Number 10532515
