A collection of the best fundraising ideas for non profits, churches, schools and small groups.
We all know what graffiti is, so quite simply, you are going to create a space where guests can write or draw a picture or message to add to a larger piece of artwork unique to your event and your organization. It also serves to engage your guests in a direct activity that benefits your… Read More »
There are many ways to engage attendees at your event: silent auctions, live auctions, raffle tickets, oh my! Have you tried the Golden Ticket? A golden ticket raffle allows a guest to win a high-value item for the price of a single ticket, and the organization has an opportunity to raise significantly more money on… Read More »
Gift cards are always a popular and abundant item at fundraisers for a reason—they are an easy thing for a store to donate. But if they are a standalone silent auction item, they may not raise face value. Why not make it a game and have fun with it? How Does it Work? Contact both… Read More »
If you’re looking for something different for your next fundraiser and you have an Old western or Great Gatsby theme, consider the idea of putting people into “The Clinker” (for fun!) to raise funds. While this is intended to be fun and tied into specific themes, use caution and be sensitive as not to offend or… Read More »
Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about a fast, easy way to raise lots of money in mere minutes? If so, your dream come true may be the flash mob raffle. A flash mob is when something happens out of nowhere. Artistic groups do it on the streets or in a subway; they’ve been known… Read More »
Fundraisers have all been there—walking the auction tables, looking at bid sheets to see if new bids have been set and wondering why some sheets remain untouched. Why has no one bid on certain items? How do you create that buzz and get that fire started? It’s important to remember that people are procrastinators by… Read More »
If you’ve ever been to a casino-themed fundraiser, you know how fun it can be watching someone at the craps table who is on a roll with lucky dice. You can actually have that same excitement at any event regardless of the theme. Buy some large inflatable dice and have the crowd try their luck…. Read More »
Auction Games: Build Revenue with the Glitz in a Glass (Diamonds in Champagne Flutes)! This glittery, romantic fundraising idea will add a little bling to your event, pad your fun, and pull guests into the spirit of your event. This auction game is an especially good addition to events themed with stars, bubbles, glitter, gold,… Read More »
People love sweet endings—and they love games. What better way to top off your event dinner than with a dessert dash? For the best dessert dash results, display your mouth-watering desserts prominently as your guests arrive and then give them a chance to bid for the one they like best. It’s important to mix-it-up from… Read More »
You may feel like you’ve leveraged every last dollar at your major event fundraiser to make the most money for your organization—but there may be another place you haven’t looked—at the center of the table. How Does it Work? It’s always a great investment to have table centerpieces because that is where your event guests… Read More »