Raise Funds While Having Fun

Fun fundraising ideas attract more people compared to conventional fundraising activities. People get more excited when they can loosen up and have fun while helping other people who are in need.

These events are usually worth remembering and worth doing again. Some of the fun fundraising ideas are the following:

1. Organize a singing contest for kids that works exactly like “American Idol”. 

Ask some kids to try-out and select the best ones. Organize the contest by getting three judges and drafting the rules.

Hold the event in a place that is big enough to accommodate expected guests and set admission fee to a minimum of $5.00. Gradually increase the amount until the final day of the competition.

2. Hold a poetry contest.

This will be more successful in a school setting. Encourage students to join by giving out great prizes. Charge admission to the contest or charge each contestant an entry fee.  

3. Organize concerts featuring local bands and artists.

This will be a big hit for music fanatics. This can be held on a monthly basis depending on the crowd reaction and ticket sales.

Feature different artists each time and solicit feedback from the crowd once in a while about the artists they would like to see in the upcoming concerts.

4. Organize a paintball tournament.

This will surely attract a huge number of people. Charge each participant per game and provide prizes for winners.

5. Attract homemakers by holding cake decorating or cooking contests.

This will attract people who love to eat and some will learn how to cook. Viewers and participants can bid on the cakes and dishes after the contest.

6. Gather groups of friends and sell pizzas.

This is always a great fundraising idea especially during Super Bowl season. Simply pack up ingredients for making great-tasting pizza, find a busy street, and sell them for a profit.

7. To attract young ladies, host a bridal fashion show.

Bridal clothes and accessories are always fascinating to ladies. This fundraising idea requires huge amounts of money upfront for the hotel, models, and designers but it will definitely be worth it.

Aside from the models, hire an experienced commentator that will add spice to the show. Charge an entrance fee or raffle bridal accessories.

Most traditional fundraisers settle for conventional activities in soliciting donations. Adding spice and color to some fundraising events isn’t a bad idea. Help others and bring a smile at the same time, it’s worth it.