Here is a creative fundraising idea that does not involve “funds”! Many people love to read, and lots of retirement homes, youth centers and hospitals are on the look out for current bestsellers. Consider hosting a current book exchange. Ask everyone to bring 2 (or more) current bestsellers. Place the books on [...]
beyond giftwrap & cookie dough sales
Category Archives: Work Place Fundraisers
Treasure or Turkey Fundraiser
This creative fundraiser will work any place where there is a gathering of people. For example, hold it during half-time at a high school game.
Let people’s curiosity help you raise money for your cause, after all curiosity killed the cat.
Have your group bring a wrapped package, big or small, to the auction. They can place [...]
Reality TV Fundraiser
Reality TV - how are we all pulled into watching it. Instead of watching it, why not use it as a creative fundraising idea for two charities.
Teams are formed, and over several weeks, tasks are given, such as selling baked goods, or putting on a talent show, and for each task half of the money raised is [...]
Work Place Fundraiser
An interesting fund raiser that a company could do is to have each department (Finance, IT, Customer Service, etc.) come up with a basket or specialized service. They would either donate a service, or donate money to fill a basket. They could sell raffle tickets and the winner gets the prize. The raffle tickets can be sold to co-workers, vendors, customers, friends [...]
Business Challenge Fundraising
Many companies host team-building workshops and outings to help increase morale and build cooperation among co-workers. You can turn your next team-building exercise into a philanthropic one by adding a charitable component to the event.
Companies in the UK are partnering together to sponsor such an event. Corporate teams are invited to test their business knowledge and entrepreneurial skills [...]
Basketball Bracket Fundraiser
Cash in on the tournament excitement by coordinating a basketball tournament pool. Charge an entry fee per person and decide on the percent of payout. Let folks now that the rest of the money raised is a fundraiser for your organization.
You can find bracket templates here to fill use. Set a deadline for entry and [...]
Sell Ad Space
Convert your organization’s publications into a money-making fundraiser. Sell advertising space in your monthly newsletter, online updates, and annual reports. This can be a great money maker, or at the very least, cover the cost of putting the publication together.
Offer members, supporters, and donors ad space at a discount. Sell full-page, half-page, quarter-page, and business card [...]
Rent Out Your Extra Space
Does your facility have space that’s not being used all the time? Perhaps a meeting room, kitchen, or class rooms. Let the community know that these spaces are available for rent. This can be a very profitable fundraiser for your organization without requiring a great deal of expense or time on your part.
Establish a list [...]
Chair Massages for a Cause
Enlist the help of a couple massage therapists for this relaxing and rewarding fundraiser.
Setup a couple massage chairs and charge $1 per minute for a massage.
This can be done in a workplace, during a community festival, or in conjunction with another fundraiser.
Massage therapy students are often looking for areas to practice their craft. Contact your [...]
Mini Golf Fundraiser
Since not everyone plays “real” golf, try hosting a mini-golf fundraiser. Ask a local mini golf venue for a group rate (hopefully discounted). You can get hole sponsors from local businesses to raise additional funds. This is a great community builder!
