Fundraising

Getting the money together to take part in an expedition is a big challenge but it's entirely possible, thousands before you have managed it and if they can do it then so can you!  We have lots of help at hand, including the fundraising written guides below, our own bursary funding and our mentoring programme which pairs you up with a previous BSES member who can give you one to one advice.

Download BSES Fundraising Guide

Mentoring Scheme

Where possible, we will try to match you up with a mentor who will help you reach your target by offering advice and guidance. Your mentor will most likely be a previous Young Explorer with oodles of fundraising experience. You will have to do the work, but your mentor will help you convert your hard work in money! The mentor application from is available for download in your login area after you have successfully applied for your expedition.

Download Mentor Application Form

BSES Bursary

BSES have a limited amount of bursary money available each year. A maximum of £500 may be awarded to Young Explorers who are struggling to fundraise despite demonstrating a committed programme of fundraising activities. Further details and application forms can be downloaded below and must be submitted before the advertised deadlines.

Download BSES Bursary information & Application