{"id":21384,"date":"2023-04-18T00:00:28","date_gmt":"2023-04-18T07:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pro-migration.local\/?p=21384"},"modified":"2025-06-10T11:35:30","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T18:35:30","slug":"fundraising-ideas-schools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/c\/blog\/fundraising-ideas-schools\/","title":{"rendered":"33 Fundraising Ideas for Schools and Colleges"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The potential for school fundraising ideas is almost as massive as the results brought to your student community. Get ready to scan the best ideas for your next student charity event, <a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/simple-blueprint-successful-crowdfunding-campaigns\/\">crowdfunding campaign<\/a>, fundraiser, or other initiatives all in one place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/fundraising-event-ideas-raise-money-cause\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nonprofit fundraising ideas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> built for schools, from elementary classrooms to high schools, and specific ideas that thrive on college campuses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fundraising Ideas for Elementary Schools<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s start by diving into the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/fundraising-ideas-for-kids\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best fundraising ideas for kids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Explore these safe and fun elementary school fundraising ideas that allow students to express their generosity.<\/span><\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23591\" src=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-rodnae-productions-8363025-1.jpg\" alt=\"3 young students in class\" width=\"5719\" height=\"3813\" \/>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Bake Sale<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gather students and their families to create something delicious. Start by sending out a sign-up list to ensure you have enough baked goods to sell in exchange for donations. You\u2019ll allow students to showcase unique recipes and give anyone passing by a chance to enjoy something sweet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring even more fun to the event with a classroom bake-off. This element can help bring everyone together as a team for some friendly competition. Just make sure to advertise throughout the school for the best chance of attracting hungry customers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Talent Show<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Showcase the talent of each unique student to attract a crowd and boost donations. Set up a space to host people, or host it virtually with a set price per ticket sale that helps you achieve your fundraising goal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only will kids get the spotlight to show off something they\u2019re passionate about, but guests will have priceless entertainment. If it goes well, you might just find your most highly anticipated annual fundraising event.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Letter Writing<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brighten someone\u2019s day with letter writing, a great fundraising idea for schools to spearhead with younger students. You could host a letter or card fundraiser to have students share a personalized donation appeal to their families and community or write to loyal donors who would love to hear how their donations to your school have impacted students&#8217; educational experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. School Supply Drives<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A school supply drive is a great fundraising idea for the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/fall-fundraising-ideas-back-to-school\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">back-to-school<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> season. Get students involved as a way to spring them into action. You can work as a classroom to collect everything from pencils to notebooks and unique stickers to build a collection that students in the school can benefit from for unique educational projects. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Magic Show<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raffle off some online magic lessons or other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/raffle-ideas\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">creative raffle prizes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for this audience of youngsters. You can also organize a few volunteers to host a magic show to which you can sell tickets in exchange for donations. If it\u2019s within your budget, hiring a magician and increasing the fun by inviting students and parents to enjoy the performance together is always a nice option.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Ice Cream Night<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get creative and enjoy a classic treat with an ice cream fundraiser. Host a make-your-own sundae bar with all the fixings, from cookie dough to chocolate fudge, at a set price per participant.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another approach is to partner with a local ice cream shop for a fun pop-up field trip with a portion of the proceeds allocated to your fundraising efforts. Split contributions between your school and the ice cream provider to make it a worthwhile event for everyone involved.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>A few ice cream stores that support fundraisers:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mistersofteesocal.com\/fundraisers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mister Softee<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coldstonecreamery.com\/aboutus\/community\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cold Stone Creamery<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kona-ice.com\/fundraisers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kona Ice<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ritasice.com\/community\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rita\u2019s Ice<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fundraising Ideas for Middle Schools<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As students get a bit older, find new ways to step up the engagement and interactivity of your fundraising ideas to spark new passions for giving back.<\/span><\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23592\" src=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-kobe-1516440-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fundraising Ideas for Middle Schools\" width=\"4928\" height=\"3264\" \/>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Color Run<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you think of anything better than running for your school through a course full of color? The Color Run is an excellent source of inspiration for schools to recreate with their students. Get each student to fundraise individually for the chance to win prizes and climb the fundraiser leaderboard.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can create the famous color powder that fills the air and turns runners into a colorful masterpiece by simply mixing cornstarch and FDA-approved dye.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Dance-a-Thon<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Host a dance-a-thon as another way to keep students moving and motivated to give back. Spin up a great playlist and encourage passionate students to come together to dance for a set period, collecting donations through <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/what-is-peer-to-peer-fundraising-2\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">peer-to-peer fundraising<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for every hour they stay on their feet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Announce donations every time one comes in to inspire dancers to keep going and create natural moments for social sharing to spread the word quickly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can even add your dance-a-thon to an existing field day of fun. The same creative approach can apply to your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/walk-a-thon\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">walk-a-thon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or read-a-thon, depending on what your students enjoy most.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Partnership With a Local Theme Park or Arcade<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get students excited about a night out at a local arcade, amusement park, bowling alley, roller rink, or other entertainment zones by promoting how the proceeds will benefit a program at your school.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Trivia Competition<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider putting your students\u2019 memories to the test with a themed trivia competition. Encourage students to form teams and fundraise together before the big night. Ask teachers to devise a list of trivia questions for your event and motivate them to volunteer to be hosts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High School Fundraising Ideas<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before college, bring high school students together to be a part of something meaningful while keeping them interested in participating.<\/span><\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23593\" src=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-4778621-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fundraising Ideas for High Schools\" width=\"6348\" height=\"4233\" \/>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11. Obstacle-Course Event<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tap into the element of competition with a fun obstacle course. Have students recruit their family members and friends to donate on their behalf through a peer-to-peer fundraising model, then cheer them on as they navigate the twists and turns you create for them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12. Community Service Hours for College<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Host a volunteer fair to expose students to school programs or upcoming initiatives needing support. This helps high schools that are always seeking <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/retain-volunteers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">consistent volunteers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to assist at sporting events, teacher appreciation dinners, student dances, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exposing high school students to volunteer opportunities will make completing extended community service hours easier, bolstering their college applications and strengthening their connection to meaningful causes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Button: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/high-school-student-fundraisers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Engage High School Student Fundraisers<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13. Pancake Breakfasts<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partner with a local restaurant or take over your school\u2019s kitchen with student volunteers to make and serve pancakes at a set price per plate. Encourage them to tell their families and friends about the tangible benefits of each ticket sale to motivate participation. Pair that with a nice cup of coffee, and you\u2019re in business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Some restaurants participating in pancake fundraisers include:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flapjackfunds.com\/program.php?id=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applebee\u2019s Flapjack Fundraisers<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ihoprestaurants.childrensmiraclenetworkhospitals.org\/ihop-national-pancake-day-2\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IHOP National Pancake Day\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14. School Clothing Sales<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capitalize on the sentimental value of school spirit and clothing representing high schoolers\u2019 last stop before college. Consider selling school hats, jackets, T-shirts, scarves, socks, and more at sports events throughout the school year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another way to attract customers is through a merchandise catalog. Entice more sales by advertising that a percentage of the profits will benefit a program in your school that directly impacts students and teachers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15. Beach Day<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kick off summer with a good beach day as the end of the year approaches. Invite students to miss classes for a day in exchange for a donation. Increase the impact by offering an additional option to dedicate their time to a beach cleanup for an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/environmental-sustainability-on-earth-day\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">environmental nonprofit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virtual Fundraising Ideas for Schools<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning on the go is an unexpected perk of remote learning environments. However, we can\u2019t forget virtual fundraising ideas to help you engage students near and far.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23594\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-ketut-subiyanto-4474045-1.jpg\" alt=\"Virtual Fundraising Ideas for Schools\" width=\"5534\" height=\"3689\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16. Virtual Races<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Host a race online to bring in support from entirely new networks of donors. Give students the freedom to choose where they\u2019ll race and invite family and friends worldwide to join in the fun. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/fundraising-solutions\/classy-live\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virtual event software<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> makes it easier to create consistency for anyone who\u2019d like to participate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/proinfo.gofundme.com\/guide-to-pitching-to-corporate-sponsors.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Download Your Guide to Pitching Corporate Sponsors<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17. Viral Video Challenges<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boost views by participating in trends on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/what-is-tiktok-should-nonprofit-use\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TikTok<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/instagram-story-ideas-engage-donors\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram Reels<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Video challenges can be an exciting and low-cost way to get the word out about your school and engage students to participate from anywhere.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a challenge related to the reason you identified, such as participating in a mega scavenger hunt, doing ten push-ups in 30 seconds to support your school\u2019s wrestling team, or posting kind notes to a trending song to help fund your seniors\u2019 graduation celebrations. Have participants record themselves completing the challenge and tag others to do the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include specific caption copy and hashtags that bring awareness to your school. Don\u2019t forget to include a link to your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/donation-websites\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">donation site<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to inspire immediate action.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18. Twitch Livestream Event<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head over to Twitch to live stream a gaming tournament, cooking class, battle of the bands, or another live event to raise money for a charitable cause. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/twitch-charity-streams\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Twitch charity streams<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are a great tool to unlock the power of online fundraising and reach more people.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fundraising Ideas for College Students<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When students mature into college, the world of fundraising opens up to include more significant ideas that foster deeper connections with their universities and soon-to-be alumni programs.<\/span><\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23595\" src=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-andrea-piacquadio-3762800-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fundraising Ideas for College Students\" width=\"5760\" height=\"3840\" \/>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19. Short Poetry Contest<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have students sign up to read an original poem to an audience of people who vote for favorites as a no-cost, high-reward fundraising idea. A short poetry contest is a great way to boost confidence and unlock hidden talent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20. Device Drive<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of device drives as the new book sale. Especially after schools purchased additional tech to accommodate remote learning in 2020, there may be an opportunity to collect unused devices and distribute them to students who need access to technology to support their studies. You can also look for devices your students no longer use and sell them for monetary contributions to college programs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21. Tie-Dye Event<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring college students together with tie-dye, a trend that never goes out of style.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sell tickets to students and their friends to reserve their spots and cover the cost of supplies. To keep registration costs as low as possible, ask staff members to donate supplies like dye, light-colored clothing, gloves, and rubber bands.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22. Outdoor Movie Premiere<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find a large lawn or local park on campus, set up an outdoor projector, and lay out some blankets or chairs for attendees to enjoy a movie night. It\u2019s easier than ever to access fresh content with today\u2019s streaming services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invite students to come together and pay an admission fee to watch a new release or classic film while supporting an important educational program. You can even throw in a concession stand with popcorn sales and refreshment packages to boost fundraising efforts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23. Pet Therapy Room<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ease stress and anxiety on campus through the calming effect of an animal with pet therapy. Especially for animal-related or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/mental-health-nonprofits\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mental health charities<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, hosting a room of friendly animals available to play with for an hour at a set price will surely pull in supporters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To arrange a pet therapy room, you can contact a local shelter or pet therapy organization. This one\u2019s a great idea around finals or other high-stress milestones throughout the year where a release on campus seems priceless (plus the animals get some love too).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fundraising Ideas for College Sports Teams<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sports teams have a unique opportunity to tie their competitive spirit and engaged fans into a fundraising machine for good.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23596\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-run-ffwpu-2526878-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fundraising Ideas for College Sports Teams\" width=\"6000\" height=\"3376\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24. 5K Race<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get competitive with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/how-to-plan-a-5k-tips-from-runner\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5K race<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> near campus. Instead of charging for participation, encourage each runner to commit to a fundraising goal. Simplifying registration will allow anyone who wants to participate to easily engage their family and friends, which helps you reach people outside your campus walls. Reach more donors and make the event accessible to more participants all at the same time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25. Tournaments<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have fun with a Frisbee-throwing tournament, a bowling challenge, or even a Jeopardy-style knowledge tournament\u2014in the same vein as a 5K but without ruling out people based on athletic ability. You can have teams compete to raise the most.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26. Partner With Local Businesses<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capitalize on the campus hot spot, where students grab a bite, hang out, or meet up by partnering with local businesses. It\u2019s a powerful fundraising strategy to reach students and raise money for your team. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/creative-examples-corporate-sponsorships\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corporate sponsorships<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can offer time and financial support.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by agreeing on which portion of the proceeds from a particular day will be donated. Then, brainstorm how you\u2019ll spread the word leading up to the event. You\u2019ll collect donations from a transaction students love while boosting brand awareness for the business with every new customer your fundraiser brings through their door.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17. Giveaway<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get your fans involved firsthand by offering a season pass to games or team merchandise to the donor who raises the most for your program. Set participants up with a peer-to-peer fundraising campaign that makes it easy to call on their inner circles for support and see who makes the leaderboard each week.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fraternity or Sorority Philanthropy Ideas<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Philanthropy is a pillar of Greek life, so check out these fun approaches to your next sorority or fraternity event on campus.<\/span><\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22390 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/online-courses.jpg\" alt=\"four people talking\" width=\"1200\" height=\"535\" \/>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28. Ticketed Fashion Show<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partner with student designers or a local boutique to host a fashion show for students of all ages to attend for a small fee. Have students model their clothing or accessories to boost brand awareness and charge a set amount for tickets to attend. A great playlist, food and drink vendors, and some social media buzz can get people excited to participate for a night away from studying. It\u2019s a win-win.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29. \u201cWin-a-Date\u201d Auction<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get ready for laughs and maybe even a love connection with a \u201cwin-a-date\u201d event. Partner with another fraternity or sorority to assemble a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/host-a-successful-online-auction\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ticketed auction<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for potential dates with a roster of eligible individuals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These events usually ask each eligible individual to get up on stage and share their personal interests and proposal for a date. Then, the audience is welcome to bid on that date until you have a winner. The more diversity you get in your lineup of potential people to go on a date with, the more money you can raise.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30. Late-Night Food Delivery<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raise significant money with high traffic to your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/donation-forms\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">donation form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through a late-night food delivery fundraiser ideal for students studying late or ending a night of fun at an hour when most food facilities aren\u2019t open.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose to make a massive batch of grilled cheese sandwiches, waffles, and baked goods, or take the simple route with some snack packs. Then, advertise late-night delivery to students in dorms or nearby housing for a set price. The service cost adds value you can charge more for, and any associated tips contribute to your fundraising goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">31. Coffee Shop Pop-Up<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gather all the fun add-ins to create your signature coffee bar on campus or at a local college event to raise money for your program. Get creative with a special menu that pulls in customers who want to try something new in their morning routine. Then, use social media as a perfect avenue to showcase your creations and get the word out.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">32. Greek Life Carnival<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partner with other Greek life organizations at your college or university to host a carnival. Have each organization build a booth, game, or activity to lighten the load and build a fun event for people to attend. The best part is when organizations come together as school community members.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can choose a single program to allocate ticket and participation revenue to or disburse the entry fee funds evenly between all Greek life organizations involved. Consider hosting a small competition to see which organization can bring in the most attendees to benefit everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">33. Alumni Night<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invite proud alums back to their alma mater to see what\u2019s new. Make them feel special with an alumni night for graduates within your fraternity or sorority and their families. You could also host a dinner, a brunch, or a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/5-gala-hosting-tips-for-the-small-nonprofit\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fundraising gala<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at a ticketed price that helps them give back to a cause that was once near and dear to them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring Fundraising Ideas for Schools to Life With Tech<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every small donation counts, and you likely have one or two ideas you\u2019re most excited to try. Before you plan, consider how to bring your next fundraising event to life with tech that simplifies the process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/fundraising-campaign-templates\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Campaign Templates<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you find what works, repeat the campaign across schools or annually with a template that unlocks:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consistent branding for all campaigns to match your school website<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time savings when a new campaign needs to go live<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ability to streamline changes across multiple campaigns at once<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/fundraising-solutions\/virtual-events\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hybrid, Virtual, or In-Person Event Platform<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn ticket-based fundraising ideas into seamless events fit for any audience through:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A simple registration process<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Silent auctions and mobile bidding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/text-to-donate\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Text-to-donate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> functionality<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A live <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/fundraising-thermometer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fundraising thermometer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to engage students<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/fundraising-solutions\/classy-pay\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern Checkout Experience<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/embedded-giving\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">embedded donation form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and preferred <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">payment options to avoid losing out on fundraising dollars:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Venmo transactions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/blog\/why-accept-paypal-donations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PayPal transactions<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital wallets, like Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Microsoft Pay<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Closing Thoughts<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">school fundraising ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there are countless avenues to explore and engage with. A well-rounded <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fundraising program<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> involves diverse <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">school fundraiser ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that resonate with your supporters and community.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">raising funds<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">art show<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">middle school<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or selling <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">raffle tickets<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">silent auction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">private school<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, involving various stakeholders such as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">local businesses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, community members, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">supportive parents<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or extended family members is essential. By tapping into the collective strength of your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">school community<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and implementing innovative <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">school fundraising efforts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can successfully <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">raise funds<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to support your cause.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When finalizing your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">school fundraising idea<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, consider using Classy\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fundraising platform<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to manage your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fundraising effort<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and let us help you achieve your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">donation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> goals. We look forward to helping your community. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gofundme.to\/__proxy\/pro.gofundme.com\/products\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn more<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about Classy\u2019s giving platform.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The potential for school fundraising ideas is almost as massive as the results brought to your student community. 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