Eton Action is an independent charity whose activities consist primarily of fundraising for and supporting charities other than the College itself. It was founded by boys at Eton College many years ago and is still run by our boys today.
Fundraising
Last year (2025/26) we raised over £37,000 at the Eton Action Fair for the following five charities: Well Windsor Charity, Asha Nepal, The Link Foundation, Lymphoma Action, and Borneo Orangutan Survival UK. See here for a report of the day.
It’s a privilege to see boys giving their talents and energy for the sake of others. In raising awareness and funds for causes they are passionate about, they develop, among others, the virtues of compassion, teamwork and hard graft.
Revd Rupert Demery, Eton Action Secretary
Everyone always comes together to make the Eton Action Fair happen. We are honoured to host the fair each year and we are so proud of all the boys and staff who volunteer their time.
Eleanor Chownsmith, Eton Connect Coordinator
We raised £3,110 for Slough Mencap during our annual Mufti / Casual Change Day. See photos of the crazy costumes here!
Other fundraising events are organised by boys for various charities throughout the year, and they involve events ranging from golf and basketball tournaments, sponsored runs and walks, to music-a-thons and moustache growing! Last year, they raised £67,000 for a range of great causes close to their hearts, bringing the total funds raised for charity to £100,010.
The Eton Action Fair is the biggest fundraising event of the year and the next event will be held on Saturday 26 September 2026. Visit the Eton Action Fair page for details.
Eton Action Charities 2026/27
The Eton Action charities are voted for by boys and staff of Eton College during the Eton Action Annual General Meeting.
Busy Buttons CORE Charity
https://www.busybuttons.org
Busy Buttons is a local charity based in Windsor promoting art for mental wellbeing in young people and fostering positive community relations.
LouLou Race Foundation
https://www.loulouracefoundation.org/
The LouLou Race Foundation is a charity that supports young people in grassroots sport in Jersey and gives financial help to outstanding athletes to help them compete for Jersey and at a National Level.
Alexander Devine Hospice
https://alexanderdevine.org/
The Alexander Devine Hospice provides specialist care and vital support to children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions and their families across Berkshire, South Bucks and into the surrounding counties. Founded in memory of their son Alexander, who died aged eight from a Brain Tumour, Fiona and John Devine set up charity in 2007 and in 2018 the hospice opened in Maidenhead. It provides respite care, enrichment of children’s lives, end-of-life care and bereavement support.
Motor Neurone Disease Association
https://www.mndassociation.org/
The Motor Neurone Disease Association works to provide care for those suffering with MND, research into treatment and a cure for this (currently incurable) disease.
MMPower Foundation
https://www.mmpowerfoundation.org/
MMPower Foundation works in Myanmar and Cambodia to empower underprivileged children, equipping them with computer skills through professional teaching to help them escape poverty, while also supporting villages with clean water and proper sanitation so communities can live healthier, more dignified lives.
was raised by Eton boys for charities during the 2024/25 academic year.
Charities seeking Eton Action’s financial support for next year must submit an email application in the form of a letter attached to the e-mail as a Word document or PDF – not written in the body of the email. The application must include details of the charity’s annual accounts and the registered charity number. Charities should apply by end of December to be considered for the following academic year. Confirmation will be sent only to successful applicants during the Lent term.
