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HOST A VE DAY COFFEE MORNING
The official Brew and Bake date is Thursday 8 May 2025 – the 80th anniversary of VE Day. 2025 marks 80 years since the end of World War Two. So invite your friends, family, colleagues, or community and put the kettle on. You can raise vital funds for veterans’ mental health by asking for donations in return for delicious coffee and cake.
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Sign up for free today and get a fundraising page set up instantly!
You'll also receive a Fundraising Pack in the mail. Set a goal and make the most of your event to hit your target!
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Raise Funds
Joining Brew and Bake helps fund vital specialist mental health treatment for veterans.
Boost donations by adding fun games or activities! Make it easy for guests to give using your collection box, QR codes, or fundraising page link.
WHY BREW AND BAKE?
Gather friends, family, or colleagues for a coffee morning and raise vital funds for veterans.
For 80 years since VE Day, Combat Stress has helped thousands of veterans overcome military trauma and rebuild their lives.
Enjoy coffee, tea, and delicious treats while making a real difference - wherever you are.
Raise funds by asking for donations in exchange for tasty bakes and brews. Every cup supports life-changing mental health treatment for veterans.
Sign up now to get your Brew and Bake Fundraising Pack delivered to your door!
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BREW & BAKE RESOURCES
When you register, you'll receive a free Fundraising Pack in the post with printed ‘How-To’ guides, posters, invites, literature, and more.
Please also explore our downloadable resources below - including Posters, Invitations, Bunting, How-to Guide, and Food Flags.
If you need more? Visit our visit our online shop for Combat Stress branded items such as banners, balloons, and collection boxes to help make the most of your Brew and Bake event.
For any help or advice, get in touch - we’re here to support you!
VE Day Brew and Bake Invitation
DownloadDOWNLOAD OUR INVITATIONS TO INVITE GUESTS TO YOUR VE DAY BREW AND BAKE
FAQ's
How do I pay in the money I raise?
We recommend that you raise funds directly to your fundraising page. This will automatically come to Combat Stress and also place you onto the leaderboard. Any cash donations, you can pay them onto your fundraising page by self donation. Alternatively you can:
Bank Transfer – you can pay your money directly into the Combat Stress bank account: NatWest, Account Number 00100013, Sort Code 60-00-01. Please quote your name as a reference and if possible email us.
By Post – Please make cheques payable to Combat Stress and send it to us at Combat Stress, Tyrwhitt House, Oaklawn Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 0BX. Please include your name and event as reference.
By Phone – Call 01372 587 151 to make a payment using your credit or debit card. To help us process your contribution as quickly and efficiently as possible, please provide your name, contact details and event when paying money in.
What’s the best way to smash my fundraising target?
Spread the word!
To get the best possible turnout for your Brew and Bake, make sure you promote it far and wide. Create posts and leaflets to share in your local area and workplace - we’ve got templates available on our resources page to help you get started.
Make the most of social media by creating a Facebook event or sharing details on local community pages and company intranets. You could even reach out to your local newspaper or radio station to help spread the word. The more you share, the more people will hear about it, and the bigger your event will be!
On the day
However you choose to host your Brew and Bake, ensure donation collection is clear and accessible. Place collection tins or buckets in a prominent spot so guests can easily contribute to your fundraising efforts.
Make it personal
If you have a personal connection to Combat Stress then tell people why you support us. A personal story or reason will always resonate more. Or with the VE Day anniversary, do your guests have family connections to WWII and the military?
At the Brew and Bake, however you decide to do it, make sure that you're collecting donations in an obvious and prominent place.
Are there any legal guidelines I need to follow?
It's important that you're safe and legal whilst fundraising in aid of Combat Stress. Please follow our 'Keeping it Safe and Legal' guidance document.
Do I need a licence to host a Brew and Bake?
You will need to check for any licences you need. For example, selling alcohol requires a licence.
Where can I find Combat Stress decorations for my Brew and Bake?
We have free fundraising materials avaliable on our shop https://combatstress.shop/collections/fundraiser
What should I sell at my Brew and Bake?
What games and activities could I include?
'Guess the coffee flavour' or 'how many coffee beans are in the jar' are popular games.
Could you included a mini 'Bake off' style event as part of your day. Ask guests to enter a cake for a donation with a small prize for the winners of each category. Maybe even with a VE Day theme!
You could host a raffle or tombola - ask friends and local businesses to donate prizes.
Perhaps look at some traditional games like hopscotch or skipping for that wartime vibe!
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Thank you for your interest in Combat Stress Brew and Bake
We look forward to hearing from you. To get in touch, please contact community@combatstress.org.uk
