Why is it called Dry July?

In July 2008, three mates, Brett, Kenny and Phil, wanted to take a break from alcohol, so decided to abstain for the month of July, coining it their ‘Dry July’. They also wanted to raise money for a cause very close to their hearts, so they asked friends and family to sponsor them.

Does Dry July work?

Yes, alcohol awareness campaigns like Dry July can work, but not for everyone.

Can you do Dry July as a team?

Can I do Dry July in a team? Yes you can. In fact, we encourage it as it’s great to have the support of friends, family or workmates during your Dry July. To create a team, you need to be signed up to Dry July as an individual participant first.

Is Dry July good for you?

Having a Dry July has great health benefits. Each year our participants report sleeping better, having more energy and productivity and of course, no hangovers! So you’re not only helping others, you’re helping yourself.

Where is dry July held in New Zealand?

Dry July is a fundraiser that challenges you to go alcohol-free and raise funds for New Zealanders affected by cancer.

Why do people go dry in New Zealand?

All funds raised for Dry July New Zealand stay in New Zealand to benefit cancer patients, their families and carers. We want to raise a glass and say a non-alcoholic ‘cheers’ this July. By taking part in Dry July, your support will provide services and care that help make life better.

Is there a dry July trust in New Zealand?

Sign up to Dry July NZ 2021 and raise funds for Dry July NZ Trust . • Look Good Feel Better – Workshops for those with appearance related side-effects of cancer. • Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ – Implementation of Prost-FITT program in multiple locations across NZ for men affected by prostate cancer.

How much money has dry July raised in New Zealand?

Since Dry July launched in New Zealand in 2012, the campaign has inspired 37,000 Kiwis to go dry, raising $5.1 million for people affected by cancer, and funding more than 170 projects for 15 beneficiary organisations across the country. Where do the funds go?