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Your support helps us protect sign language, strengthen Deaf communities and challenge the barriers Deaf people face across the UK.

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Make a difference

Every week, the BDA helps hundreds of Deaf people across the UK overcome barriers and access support. Many more Deaf people need our help, so your support enables us to strengthen existing services and develop new work that responds to the changing needs of Deaf communities.

Your donation helps us to:

  • Champion British Sign Language and Deaf rights
  • Provide support, advice and advocacy
  • Create stronger, more inclusive Deaf communities
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What your support can make possible

Every donation, no matter the size, helps us create real change in Deaf people’s lives.

£10

Could help a Deaf child take part in a Deaf Roots & Pride activity session and socialise with other Deaf children.

£20

Could help a Deaf person receive one-to-one advocacy support from a trained advocate.

£100

Could fund mentoring support for a Deaf child with a trained Deaf role model.

£500

Could help provide a group BSL information session for 20 Deaf people.

£1,000

Could help us create an accessible BSL information video on an important topic.

£2,500

Could support a 20-week family BSL course, helping Deaf children and their families communicate.

Ways to donate

There are lots of ways to support the BDA. Choose the option that works best for you.

Donate online

Make a secure one-off or recurring donation online.

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JustGiving

Donate through JustGiving or create a fundraising page in aid of the BDA.

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By cheque

Contact us for the current postal address and Gift Aid information before sending your cheque.

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Sponsorship money

Send us sponsorship money you have raised through an event or challenge.

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In memoriam donations

Make a meaningful donation in memory of a loved one.

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Gift in your will

Leave a lasting legacy that supports future generations of Deaf people.

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Fundraise for the BDATake on a challenge, host an event or create your own fundraiser. In memoriam donationsHonour a loved one by making a meaningful gift. Gift in your willLeave a legacy that helps future generations of Deaf people.

Help build a more inclusive future.

Whether you join, donate or fundraise, your support helps us champion British Sign Language and create stronger Deaf communities.

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