Questions about fundraising?

Question

My classmates and I are building a garden. Who would I contact if we wanted donations of supplies to build our garden?

What do you guys think is the most realistic way for my class to raise money? =/

Answer 1

Small local business are often easier to get donations from. Especially if you make a sign for them or give them some credit. Try contacting like Ace Hardwares and such. Or if you know anyone who works at a store ask them to see about getting donations. Don't be afraid to ask there are are ton of places willing to help.

For general fund raising, It depends both on the age group of your volunteers, age group/type of person you are targeting, as well the resources you have available.

Younger people (often girls) do better bikini washes then trying to get their friends to go to a basket bingo or craft fair.

Does anyone you know sell anything? (longaberger baskets, Arbonne, tupperwear etc.) See about Haveing them donate things for prizes or a raffle. Does someone have a large yard or have access to a hall?

Do most people your targeting to show up have kids? Kiddie carnivals are fun (kids bring parents, parents bring money). If you have good connections with local businesses you can ask them to sponcer booths and post ads for them. Any time you have low costs or cost for supplies etc donated you'll have a good event.

Basket Bingos are fun as are chinese auctions and kiddie carnivals, Car Wash and if you are friends with a local performer a concert can go well. Also, try finding a local community service group and work with them, they have a lot of networking and may be willing to work with you. Like an BPO Elks club or Churches or something.

Firehouses also often have halls you can rent.

Goodluck! And whatever you do have fun!

Answer 2

Lowes or walmart are good companies to ask for donations. But, they usually want to have a request on letterhead. See if your teacher or school will write it for you on school letterhead so it is easier to get the donations. Good Luck! Bake sales and car washes are good ways to raise money, along with being easy.