|
Fundraising Projects Below are the top 10 most popular fundraising projects chosen by students. Click on the links included under each description to view sample letters and/or flyers that you can make changes to yourself and then print Dress Down/No Uniform DayA fun, casual way that many volunteers have raised money for the DRI is through “dress down” or “no uniform” days. At school, speak to a school official about planning a “no uniform” day. Students and teachers can pay $1-$5 (or any amount) to dress casual on a selected day. Hang up posters to promote the event.
Birthday BenefitInstead of asking friends and family to bring a present for your birthday, ask them to bring a contribution to the DRI. The gift you’ll be giving will help change the lives of millions affected by diabetes.
Worker for a DayBaby-sitting, lawn mowing, garage or basement cleaning, or any household chore can be completed in return for a donation. Solicit people you know, family members or neighbors. Work alone or with friends. Let the individuals receiving your service know that their generous donation will be donated to the Diabetes Research Institute.
eBay AuctionSell your new or unused items, clothes, games, equipment, sporting goods, etc. on eBay, and donate the proceeds to the DRI. Ask friends, relatives and neighbors for items.
Walk-a-thonOrganize a walk-a-thon (or scooter/rollerblade/bike-a-thon) at your school or within your community. Participants can solicit individual donations or a pledged amount for each lap completed. At school, you can turn the walk-a-thon into a contest, by offering a prize (such as a pizza party) to the class that raises the most money.
Bake SaleThe preparation for this one might prove to be even more fun than the project itself. Bake a batch of cookies or brownies. Set up a station to sell your goodies at school, in your front yard, in your apartment building’s lobby, or at your church/temple, etc. Make signs to let your customers know that all proceeds will go toward research for a cure. (During the hot summer days, substitute ice-cold lemonade for baked goods!)
Car WashAll it takes is a few buckets, sponges, soap, soft towels, water and a little elbow grease to turn a few spare hours into extra cash. A favorite fundraiser of student organizations, car washes can raise hundreds of dollars. Charge a set amount per car or simply ask for donations. Don’t forget to let people know that all monies raised support the DRI.
Letter Writing CampaignSend letters to family members, friends, neighbors, and classmates, among others, and explain how diabetes affects your life and how their support can make a difference. You might want to provide them with literature about diabetes and the DRI. Request contributions to be delivered to you by a certain date. If you are collecting personal checks, you can simply ask people to make checks payable to: Diabetes Research Institute Foundation.
Read-a-thonAsk people to pledge a specified amount for each book that you read. Selected books should be approved by your parents or a teacher. In fact, many schools have suggested book lists for summer reading. A parent or teacher must verify that you have completed each book.
Garage SaleEmpty out your bottom drawers, the back of your closet, the garage or shed, and hold a garage sale on the weekend. Team up with a friend or neighbor and double your dollars raised.
Other Fundraising Ideas Dance-a-thon Storefront Collection Bike-a-thon Pet Show Concert or Play Photo Contest Art BoothThank You LetterDon’t forget to say thank you! It is appropriate to send a thank you note to people you know for projects such as letter writing campaigns and read-a-thons, among others. However, for a car wash, a bake sale, or the like, you probably will not know or have the addresses for most of your customers, but saying “thank you” always goes a long way. Click here to make changes to and print out a thank you letter. |
|||||
| |||||
Development by: 