Charities & Organizations

Schools, organizations, businesses, nonprofits and other groups engage in fundraisers. Repeated fundraiser ideas can become dull and it can become challenging to gain interest and support for...

Sure, the women who compete for the title of Miss America are beautiful, but they are also well-spoken, talented, and extremely intelligent. If you want to become one of them, hard work and...

Fund-raising raffle baskets lend themselves to a variety of fun ideas. Raffle baskets can follow the theme of your fundraiser or your organization and can be a lot of fun to create. Be thoughtful...

Running a sorority of fraternity is one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences members of greek life can experience. The key to maintaining a successful sorority or fraternity is to...

When the Fund Raising Ideas Center researched the most successful fund-raising products, candy came in at No. 1, No. 2 and No. 4 over other items. Leading the pack is World's Finest®...

Cash-strapped families can turn to numerous resources for assistance. These include government-sponsored food stamps, the WIC program, charity-run food banks, and in dire situations, free meals...

A Pinewood Derby is one of the highlights of the year for a young Boy Scout or Awana Club member. As an organizer, you can make it a true family event by inviting parents and serving refreshments...

Organizing a nursing-home ministry requires more than making the decision to start one. You'll need to determine which nursing home to adopt, how often the ministry will visit, what visitors will...

Rubber cancer bracelets, also known as silicone bracelets, gel bracelets or charity bracelets, were originally developed by the Lance Armstrong Foundation in conjunction with Nike, as part of the...

Volunteering can be rewarding, educational and can lead to wonderful, lasting relationships with people you never would have otherwise known. Faith communities, school groups, service...

Many girls don’t know that rushing a sorority begins long before the actual rush week. Especially if you are going to a school where Greek life plays a major role, or any large or medium sized...

Facebook is a great social networking tool that helps many people connect with friends and reconnect with long lost friends. It has helped the business world and advertisers, it has helped...

All shoes wear out, especially your old sneakers or running shoes. What are you supposed to do with them? Throw them away? Donate them? Properly disposing of or recycling your old shoes or...

In every state different organizations are asking for donations or food items. These items go to help the low income individuals that are struggling and don't have money to buy food for the month....

When an earthquake occurs, a lot of damage can be suffered, both emotionally and physically. Homes and other buildings can be completely demolished, and lives can be turned upside down. Surviving...

The key to nonprofit fundraising is to collect the most money while spending the least possible amount. Nonprofits raised more than $1.4 trillion in 2007, 22 percent from individual contributors...

4-H is a nationwide organization for boys and girls to get together and learn by doing. 4-H clubs occasionally raise money for a particular project associated with the club. While strict...

Churches, schools and nonprofit organizations often use fundraisers to gain public support for a special project or cause. You'll want to choose a location and time that will attract the greatest...

Preschools rarely have any outside funding. There are many ways to raise money in a preschool environment that keeps parents involved and excited while bolstering kids' pride in themselves and...

Neighborhood associations raise funds to make improvements in the neighborhood or to publish newsletters to inform the community about events or issues. There are a variety of ways that a...

There are many aspects of Japanese culture--from food and tea to music and art--that are highly appealing to many Americans. Fundraisers that demonstrate these aspects of culture could be highly...

A French club can take advantage of a number of fund-raising opportunities that show off the unique aspects of French culture. Depending on your goals and the success of these events, you could do...

The reasons people choose to go on a missions trip vary from divine inspiration to a nagging feeling of emptiness. If you are in the first category, you may be charitable to others and feel a...

Planning a lottery style fundraiser is a great way to make money for an organization or charity. A lottery doesn't have to just be about winning money, and most fundraisers also include a wide...

Wristbands are generally used to support a cause or just for fun. They come in a variety of materials such as vinyl,silicon and Tyvek. 24 Hour Wristband is a wristband customization website that...

If you're in charge of planning a bake sale to fund raise, throw out all the old ideas you have about bake sales out the window. Think big and think current. Consider who you're selling to. Those...

The International Order of the Rainbow is a service organization for young women ages 11-20. Assemblies of the Order meet bimonthly and participate in service activities ranging from fundraising...

There are many fundraising ideas available, but some can have high start up costs or take a great deal of time and effort to organize. Those people looking for low-cost fundraiser ideas may become...

The best times of the year to have a chili cook-off to help your organization raise funds are the winter and fall when people appreciate a nice warm cup of chili. A cook-off can be a great success...

The food stamp program is now called the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP, but the program is still exactly the same. The program offers benefits to people with low-incomes who...

So many things can make your community a better place to live. Children may not realize this and may even take their community for granted, which is why community service projects are so...

Every fall I'm asked to raise money. My kids bring home letters from their school's PTO, band, swim team, and chorus. But I don't have the money to buy overpriced wrapping paper or the time to...

Because the purpose of a raffle drawing is to raise money, you will want to cut your expenses as much as possible. You could go to a professional office supplier or print shop to generate your...

Women encounter many problems in life. Many of them don't have anyone to turn to. And also money is a big factor when seeking professional help. By following these steps, you will be able to start...

So you want to start a street gang? Well it's easier then you think!!

You can help the needy without squeezing your pocket book. Their are many individuals out there that have no food, shelter or clothing. Some of these people live on the streets with no where to go...

As the numbers of homeless people increase, many people wonder what they can do to help on a personal level. One easy thing to do is to make "Hospitality Bags" for the homeless. This...

When a child goes missing anywhere in the world it is heartbreaking. Many of us want to help and wish we lived closer to do more. By educating yourself, you will be prepared immediately to help...

Direct mail campaigns are one of the most successful ways to raise funds for your non-profit organization. By following these simple steps, you can start raking in the dough in a matter of weeks!

A raffle is a popular way to raise money for a nonprofit charity, organization or sports team. Raffles can be both fun and profitable. During the course of a raffle event, tickets are sold at a...

The fall season offers unique ideas for fundraising events. Many families have fewer commitments in the fall after the busy summer months, making the possibility of attending fundraiser events...

Raising small amounts of money for your charity isn't especially difficult, but it requires creativity, planning and teamwork.

Fundraisers are the primary way many smaller charities and organizations raise funds for operations. Ornate fundraisers are often too complex and expensive for small charities to undertake. Simple...

Raising money for a nonprofit organization can be simple or more involved, depending on the sum of money needed. Fund-raising events can range from bake sales to large, star-studded galas.

Home improvement grants for the disabled are available to individuals and to organizations serving the needs of the disabled community. Although not an exhaustive list, noteworthy websites...

Church youth groups often need funds for camps, volunteer trips and fun events. Raising money--especially if the economy is tough--can be troublesome, but with some ingenuity and a little...

While libraries receive state and federal funding, many need to subsidize funds to maintain books, shelves and desks. It is also wonderful when a library can offer more than the basics by...

There is often a rift between what a community wants and needs and what local and state government will provide in funding. Communities may seek funds for local park improvements, better...

We have all encountered the spaghetti dinner and bake sale, perhaps together or as separate events. While these events are tried and true, here are a few ideas for quick and relatively easy...

Sports teams always need money for uniforms, equipment and travel expenses. There are a lot of ways to raise money for these expenses through traditional fundraising means or other creative ideas...