The Big Quiz Night 2020

government Covid-19 annoucement

Due to the most recent lockdown announcement, and the 50 person maximum limit, we need all churches to choose a date that suits your church calendar within the lockdown level that you are safe to gather in.

We would appreciate it if you are able to host the quiz before the end of the year.

Keep safe, and feel free to get in touch with any questions.

Host a big quiz

Get together with your friends, family and church for an epic evening of poverty-fighting fun – all for a good cause!

On Saturday 21st August, churches and other groups up and down the country will take part New Zealand's biggest multi-venue, nationwide quiz again.

Will your church join them?

It's SUPER easy to run

Everything you need to run this awesome event will be available for download, including: promotional materials, answer sheets, and a FREE ready-made quiz video.

Learn more about how you can tailor the Big Quiz Night to your church in our handy Host Guide.

Quiz Guide

Here's how it works

Step 1Sign up to host

Click here to register your church on the Funraisin platform. This platform helps you and Tearfund track how many people are attending your event and how much money you’ve raised.

Step 2Create your church's fundraising page

Set up is easy! Enter your church’s name, location, choose a fundraising target, and upload an image and you're all set.

Step 3Spread the word

Once your page is setup, it’s time to start sharing your event with your community. Encourage attendees to register and donate on your Funraisin page using the helpful resources we will send you.

It was fantastic, a really fun night that was easy to host - lots of laughs!

Shelley Milham (C3 Tauranga)

How you can make a difference?

Every dollar your church contributes through the Big Quiz Night will go towards global projects that lift people out of poverty and transform lives around the world.

Here’s some of the ways your donations can make a difference:

Raise $350 for a cowshed in Sri Lanka to boost milk production for farmers

Raise $600 to fight modern slavery in Thailand by prosecuting traffickerss

Raise $800 to help eight Syrian refugee families stay warm in Lebanon

Raise $1200to help mums and babies in their first year of life in Indonesia

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FAQS

Why do I have to register?

Registering allows you and Tearfund to see who is taking part in the Big Quiz Night. With it, your attendees can register and donate in a few simple steps, meaning less work and easier planning for you.

What if I’m not so good with the technical bits?

We’re happy to help should you need some support getting started. Give us a call on 0800 800 777 and we will take your details over the phone to set up your church’s page.

Having a fundraising page helps others see that you are participating and facilitates easy online donations. However, you can collect cash donations at the door and transfer your donations to Tearfund using the bank details we will send you.

Does my church have to choose a fundraising goal?

Having a specific goal in mind can help get your church excited about making a difference, which is why we’ve suggested a couple amounts above to show you the types of things your church can accomplish together. However, you do not have to select a specific fundraising goal to participate in the Big Quiz Night.

What resources will be available to download?

You’ll be able to download the team cards for each table, double sided A5 answer sheets, A3 posters, social media resources, and the quiz video. A YouTube link for the video will be supplied as a back-up option, should you need it. If you require anything to be sent via post, please contact us by email at: enquiries@tearfund.org.nz

Is the quiz family friendly?

This year, we’re excited to offer a Kids Quiz (ages 5-10 years) and a Youth Quiz (ages 13-18 years) as well! These quizzes are in a simple PowerPoint format and can be run adjacent to your Big Quiz by your Kids/Youth Leaders to make it a fun event for the whole family.

Can I use the quiz as a community outreach event?

Definitely! The quiz is a great way of inviting your local community into your church. We will provide flyers and posters you can use to advertise your event and help spread the word.

Can I change the running order of the quiz?

The main quiz video contains eight rounds of 10 questions and is pre-recorded, so you won’t be able to change the running order of the rounds.

What time will we need to start the quiz?

If you follow the quiz format and complete all eight rounds, the quiz will take roughly an hour and forty-five minutes. You’ll need to account for more time before or after the event for socialising, eating, or for doing any of your fundraising extras!

Where will the money we raise go?

The money you raise through your Big Quiz Night will go towards projects across our four causes – Modern Slavery, Child Development, Farming & Enterprise and Disaster & Conflict – to help lift people out of poverty and transform lives.

How many teams can we have?

As many as you would like and your venue can host! This event is a great opportunity to invite friends, family and people from your wider community into your church, so feel free to pack the house. We recommend four to six people per team.

Can we participate if we don’t have internet or technology in our church?

If you prefer to receive a paper version of the quiz, give us a call on 0800 800 777 to request a print copy. You’ll need to appoint a Quiz Master who will lead the quiz. Please note, we will not be able to provide print copies after 13 August.

Can we serve food and drink at our quiz?

It’s entirely up to you and what you think works best for your venue. Take a look at handy Host Guide for food and drink ideas and other useful information for how to make your event unique.

How much should I charge for entry?

We recommend a $10 donation per adult and $5 donation per child/youth. If you’re including food and drink, you may want to include a koha at the event to help cover some of your costs or you can choose to sell food and drink items and donate the proceeds along with your entry fee.

Will participants be able to claim a donation tax return?

All donations made to Tearfund over $5 dollars are tax-deductible. However, you can only claim a donation tax credit on voluntary donations, not on the payment for goods and services.

What will happen if we have another lockdown?

We really hope that doesn’t happen, but if this does, you will be able to select an alternative date that works for you. This is the beauty of having a digital quiz!