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Fundraising and Fund Raising Ideas

It would be impossible to list the endless types of fundraising and fund raising ideas available today.  There’s certainly no shortage of them.  Many can easily generate enough interest to bring in paying patrons looking for some simple entertainment or who are there, specifically, to financially support your cause through their generous donations. 

Here are some different types of fundraising and fund raising ideas you can branch off from to get you motivated.

Some organizations out there offer specific, specialized opportunities for groups to raise money through donating items in which donors may receive payment for their items at a fraction of the retail price or may donate them outright.  One idea that fits into this category is the donation of sports equipment to help support a local children’s after school program.  Another example is the donation of cell phones.  Support shelters, such as battered women shelters or halfway houses can then convert the phones for use by those involved in their program or residing in their shelter. 

Food drives are another great way to raise donations.  They’re especially helpful for groups whose goal is to support those in the community living in poverty conditions by providing free meals and groceries as aid.  Check with local churches or grocery stores for sponsorship for this type of great program.

Auctions are another wonderful way to raise money for your charity.  Whether you hold them locally or online, you can easily accept many different types of donations from willing contributors, such as vacation packages, services from local businesses, antiques, other items, free meals, and the list goes on.  If you need a host for your online auctions, visit IDonateToCharity.org for information on how you can set up your auctions with zero upfront costs or membership fees!  You don’t even have to pay listing fees for your first 500 items!  Sign up now to enjoy the host of benefits available, all designed to assist non profits like you in reaching their ongoing fundraising goals. 

Direct item sales, such as t-shirts, food treats, hats, tea towels, candles, catalog sales, or other items provide a great approach to fundraising.  Oftentimes, in this case, you’ll need to have some money upfront in order to purchase the items your charity wishes to sell.  With catalog sales, however, you can have people place and pay for their orders, initially, and use that money to then fulfill and deliver orders to recipients, keeping the profits for your charity. 

Who doesn’t love a great meal?  Using food to raise money is always a terrific way to boost donations.  Charitable banquets or dinners are one way to accomplish this.  You can also opt to hold a relaxed meal, such as a buffet-style meal, pizza party, public breakfast, barbeque, baked potato dinner, or other food-related event, in which you can invite the local community or select group of people to attend.  Simply charge a small participation fee at the door and welcome your guests. 

You can also raise a ton of money by hosting a special activity in your area.  Gather your group members and put on a local charitable dance or game night.  Carnivals, tent events, contests, and games are all ideas that the public will love.  Providing a needed service for a donation, such as a car or dog wash, house cleaning, window washing, or other service is something that can also easily be put together with a few volunteers willing to offer their time and energy. 

No matter what fund raising ideas appeal to you and your organization, remember to charge on with enthusiasm and motivation, so you can get people inspired to participate.