Cool summer fundraising ideas?

Summer Fundraising Ideas

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  Summertime opens up a whole new world of possibilities for fundraising events. Summer is the easiest time to get people out and about and gives you the best opportunity to draw a large crowd. Make sure to acquire the proper permits from your city for any events you hold on public property, like a city park. Carwash A carwash is a classic summer fundraiser that is a reliable moneymaker as long as you have it in a visible, high-traffic location with adequate signage. Carwashes are often held on a donation basis, but it might be beneficial to post a suggested donation amount to give people a ballpark figure. Yard Sale A yard sale or garage sale works especially well when a large group of people are pooling together to raise funds. Have everyone bring items priced and ready to go. Set things out on tables in a visible location, preferably where there is a lot of drive-by or foot traffic. Place signs out for several blocks around advertising the sale and consider taking an ad out in the local newspaper. Block Party A block party takes some planning, but it may be one of the most entertaining fundraisers you can do. Organize a barbecue and drinks, games and activities, music, and plenty of seating and shade. You can charge a flat entrance fee or let people into the event free and make your money through food, drink and game sales. For games, carnival classics like ring tosses are easy to set up and fun to participate in. Be sure to advertise this type of event heavily to ensure good turnout. Outdoor Concert Organize an event in a local park for an outdoor concert. Many musicians and other performers are willing to donate their time for a good cause. Make sure the event is heavily advertised well ahead of time. Food and drink booths are also a way to make more money.