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Snowman Chips

For a unique (and often irresistible) gag gift, sell snack baggies filled with 4 Large marshmallows and a slip of printed paper that reads:
 “You’ve been naughty, so here’s the scoop. All you get for Christmas is snowman poop.”
It’s a little tacky, but people love to pay a couple of dollars for the “gift” idea. Very [...]

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Personal Shopper Holiday Fundraiser

Getting paid to shop? It is the answer to your Holiday Fundraising conundrum.
The Holiday crowds surrounding the mall gives even the most ardent shopper pause, which is where this fundraiser idea comes in. Advertise your services at church or work –two great places to find people who may know you and willing to pay a [...]

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Costumes by Design – Creative Fundraiser

Halloween is an exciting time of year…and everyone wants to have a great costume!  Take advantage of that fact to raise funds for your cause.  This is a unique fundraising opportunity!  
Enlist the help of people who are willing to donate their time and sewing talents.  Put the word out that you can help sew those more intricate [...]

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Party Planning Moms – Creative Fundraiser

Most moms gain experience with planning parties for their child’s birthdays or other school events.  You may want get together with your fellow PTA members and do a Party Planning Fundraiser.  This is an easy fundraising idea as you would be doing something you have experience in, but this time to raise funds! This can really benefit your child’s school [...]

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Honey-Do Raffle Fundraiser

Here is a unique fundraising idea….hold a “Honey-Do”  community raffle drawing, so named from the familiar… “Honey, would you do this…” phrase heard in many households!  Offer a list of services to be raffled off such as lawn mowing, leaf removal, drywall or paint touch up, or even window washing.
Gather a group of “handymen”, professional or not, [...]

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Silent Auction Fundraiser

“Actions speak louder than words.”  How true! In this case, the silence will be worth gold in this easy fundraising idea.  Set up a display (or flyer) with certain goods, preferably donated for the cause. Gift baskets, services, tickets, or other desirable items are all popular choices. Have a wide range to encourage higher bids. [...]

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Video Game Tournament Fundraiser

This is an easy fundraising idea that will be popular with youths and young adults.  Decide on a spot to hold your tournament, such as a community hall.  Charge an entry fee for the tournament…perhaps $12 for under 15 and $25 for 15 and up. Charge $3.00 for general admisssion.

Have gamer champions square off for [...]

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Resale Gala – Community Fundraiser

Who doesn’t love a bargain?  Why not host a “Resale Gala” and watch the proceeds for your cause grow as the gently worn garments fly off the shelves!
Organize a drive for donations of still-stylish duds. Use flyers and posters to get the word out…Requesting clean and gently worn clothing for use in a resale fundraiser.
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Spelling Bee for Grownups Fundraiser

Here is a unique fundraising idea! Have your school or church hold an adult’s Spelling Bee!
This community fundraiser will raise money for your cause PLUS kids can cheer on their favorite grownup. A nice twist would be to have older kids administer the tests and be included in the judging panel. Set an entrance fee [...]

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We Need a Makeover! Fundraising Idea

There’s an Avon Lady or a Mary Kay Representative in just about every local community.  How about asking your local Cosmetics Rep to offer an evening of makeovers?  This can be a benefit to her business AND your cause.
The event can offer makeovers for a small donation to your cause, and the rep can still take [...]

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