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Fundraising idea:Car Wash

admin — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 18:29:46 +0000

Car wash fundraisers are a proven money-maker in. All you need are willing volunteers, a high-traffic location with good visibility, and some attention grabbing signs.

You can put a car wash fundraiser together on short notice, but they work best with a little planning. Here’s how to get started…

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Fundraising idea: Bingo

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:33:23 +0000

Bingo is popular all around the world. It’s a really sociable game, lots of fun and easy to organise and makes a great fundraiser for churches, schools, sports clubs and work places.

Fundraising Idea: Pub amenities evening

admin — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 09:19:12 +0000

Most pubs have items in them that can be used to generate funds. One of the most common events is to hold a pool tournament if you have pool tables available.

Fundraising Idea: Car Boot Sales

admin — Tue, 18 May 2010 15:19:43 +0000

Get rid of unwanted items and raise money for Young Heroes at the same time by doing a car boot sale.

How?

Ask everyone you know for unwanted books, clothes, toys, CD’s, ornaments, in fact anything which is unused and good enough condition to sell on in aid of charity. Post your plea request for items through Facebook and Twitter. Ask neighbours, work colleagues, friends and family to donate. Design an advert to place in local shop windows, also community centre’s, churches, pubs, restaurants etc.

Fundraising Idea: Lose those locks

admin — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 21:38:23 +0000

Lose those locks

Charity head shaves have long been a popular way of raising money for charities. They are easy to organise and guaranteed to attract publicity, sponsors and support.

If organised well, a sponsored head shave can bring those pounds rolling in.

Fundraising Idea : Book Club

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:54:44 +0000

Book Clubs are easy to start and lot of fun, so if you love books, this is for you!

They allow you to share your passion for literature, learn new things and meet new friends. But how do you start your own book club and how can you turn it into a successful fundraiser month after month?

Nippy Dipping

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:16:24 +0000

Whilst the majority of us sat cosily watching tv and eating left over turkey on Boxing Day, a group of very brave fundraisers took to the freezing waters of the North Sea in what has become a famous and 35 year tradition in Sunderland.

Fundraising idea: New Year, New You

admin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:18:06 +0000

New Year, New You

Whilst we are on the subject of the new year, why not put your own resolutions to good use and get sponsored to stick to them. The chances are that if your receiving sponsorship money from friends and family you are more likely to succeed in your new year challenge and of course do something amazing for charity.

Fund-raising Idea: Wine Tasting Evenings

admin — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 17:27:21 +0000

Uncork the festive spirit this Christmas by hosting a wine tasting fundraiser. They are really simple to organise and with the help of your guests, friends and family and even local wine suppliers or wholesalers, it can be done cheaply.

Fund-raising Ideas: Sponsored Sporting Activities

admin — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 17:24:20 +0000

There are tremendous opportunities to combine fundraising for Young Heroes with a hobby or interest you love.

Whether you play a competitive sport or simply love watching your favourite team on the telly, these sport related fundraising ideas are perfect motivators to get all sport-loving people involved in fundraising activities: