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Inspire. Unite. Achieve.
Fundraising

by VP Finance Becky Berger
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Fundraising and Influencing Community

Did you think the only way to raise money was with Social

Media or online crowdfunding? Facts to keep in mind:

Red Cup Party — Host a cocktail party and have participants buy red Solo cups 1. 80% of Americans believe
it’s essential for people to
at the door, at a wildly inflated price to be donated to your cause.
come together to promote
Clothing Swap — Everyone brings a bag of clothes they don’t wear anymore. positive change.
Set everything up on retail racks, and let participants “shop” the swap for one 2. 1 in 5 Americans attended
new piece of apparel. Donate all the rest to charity. an event to support a
particular cause in the last
Community Garage Sale — Most people have tons of stuff they are secretly year.
dying to get rid of. Have them donate it to a neighborhood sale with the
3. Three-quarters of adults
proceeds going to your charity.
ages 18-34 believe that
Chili Cook-off — Charge by the steamy, spicy bowl and ask a few local attending a live event is
more impactful than taking
microbrews to donate the beer to wash it down.
action online.
Food Truck Rodeo — You simply need a parking lot, a permit, and a handful of
local food trucks willing to attend. Charge for entrance, and the food trucks can
still charge their normal prices inside.

Bake Sale — This is an oldie but definitely still a goodie. Stand out with a theme that’s on point with your fundraising
focus, like baked goods made from locally sourced ingredients to benefit local farmers.

All-inclusive Pancake Breakfast — Make sure you offer options for everyone — the gluten
free, the vegan, the sugar-free, and the foodie who will eat anything.

Celebrity Cooking Class — Find a local chef willing to host a class in his kitchen (or rent
one) and end the lesson with a lively and intimate group dinner.

Film Screening — Is there a documentary related to your cause? Host a night at the movies
replete with popcorn and candy.

We still have the Adams/Bush Portraits with the passing of both First Lady Barbara and
President George H. W. Bush, these limited edition prints make great collector items for
your political efficinados. They are excellent auction items as well.

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