Join The Cyber Helpline’s October Events

This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, help us raise vital funds to support victims and survivors of cybercrime & online harm by joining our charity’s events.

 

10-mile Charity Walks in 4 Cities Across the UK

 

We are organising a volunteer-led fundraising walks in:

  • York: October 3rd

  • Edinburgh: October 3rd

  • Birmingham: October 6th

  • London: October 10th

These 10-mile walk will start and finish near the city centre. We will set off at 1pm and the walk should take 3 to 4 hours. Afterwards, we will find a local pub and meet for food and drinks. A great chance to raise funds, do some exercise and network!

 
 

Insightful Webinars on Cybercrime and Online Safety

 

We are proud host and participate in a series of informative and impactful webinars during CyberAwareness Month, designed to educate and empower individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to stay safe in the digital world.

  • Get AI-Safe Online (free) with Get Safe Online.org: October 9th

  • Taster Training Session: Stalking Advocates & Professionals (£25): October (TBD)

  • Myth-Busting Cyberstalking Session (free): October (TBD)

While two of these webinars are free for participants, we appreciate any donations to support our continued efforts in promoting cybersecurity awareness.

 
 

The Cyber Team Online Quiz

 

We are hosting an engaging and interactive virtual quiz for individuals, teams and families, designed to test your knowledge on various topics, including general knowledge, digital safety, and online best practices.

Date & time: Tuesday, October 22nd, 5pm

Platform: Zoom

Tickets: £100 per team (up to 5 individuals), £20 per individual (you will be assigned to a team)

 
 

What will your fundraising support?

£3,750 funds 1 month of Helpdesk support, enabling 250 victims to speak to a dedicated volunteer (£15 per victim).

£3,000 funds our 24/7 chatbot service for 1 month.

£750 funds one volunteer on our helpline for 12 months.

£325 funds one volunteer on our helpline for 6 months.

 

Frequently asked questions

  • The Cyber Helpline is a charity that supports individuals and families when they have fallen victim to cybercrime & online harm. We use volunteer cyber security experts to help individuals who have been hacked, scammed, harassed or stalked online.

    We have supported over 60,000 victims to date and are currently opening more than 2,000 cases per month! We require more funds to help us support all those who ask for our help.

  • No, it is completely free to take part. All we ask is that you raise funds through active fundraising.

  • You can set your own fundraising target, but we suggest a minimum of £250 in the UK or $300 in the USA.

  • Set up a fundriaisng page on JustGiving here. All donations will be made on this page and the funds will be transferred directly to us.

    Ask your friends, family and colleagues to sponsor and share your fundraising page online. If you work, the organisation you work for may help you raise funds by match funding the total you raise. Speak to your work and ask if they can support you.

  • Yes, you can accept cash donations. We ask you to deposit this into your own bank account and then make a donation through your fundraising page.

  • Absolutely. You can set up a work team and we can work with you to set up the right fundraising pages and promote online.

    Your employer may also agree to match your donations.