Raising Donation Money?

Question

Currently I'm raising money for Monroe Caroll Jr. Childrens' Hospital at Vanderbilt by collecting pop cans, tabs and beer bottle tops; but I'm extremely interested in doing more.

What are somethings I could do?

I'm only 18, so I have limited options; so be realistic but creative and semi-easy.

(ex)

Things you can make and sell on ebay

Crafts

Easy Blankets

Other ways to exchange everyday materials for money

Thanks everyone!

Also; I already raise money for two seperate non-profit hospitals/charitys, so please don't recommend any other ones. Thanks.

Answer 1

I just hosted a jail n bail to raise money for the American Cancer Society and raised over $5000.00 in just a few hours.  I did some research online and easily put it together.  The key is "arresting" a few key people, local polititians, prominent local people in general.  The great thing about this kind of event is that you build the jail and figure out where to have it and the people you arrest make all your money for you by calling friends and family for "bail"  If you are interested and have any questions email me.  I also have a few books on different fundraising ideas.  They were easy to order through Barnes and Noble.

Answer 2

If you are truly interested in doing more the Children's Home, volunteer to be a mentor to one of the kids at the home.  They need one on one time, someone they can look up to, someone they can count on.  

Raising funds is great but taking the time to show a child you care, if an investment for tomorrow.