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Habitat for Humanity fundraising ideas
Whether you're a Habitat volunteer looking to make a difference or a local leader eager to raise funds for your next project, you're in the right place. From community build events to cookouts, we've collected some of the best fundraising ideas for Habitat for Humanity initiatives.
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Bail out the pastor
Lock your pastor or church leader away behind closed doors and ask congregation members to donate towards their freedom. This is a fun and fast-paced way to raise funds quickly!
Create excitement by displaying a live goal bar on your fundraising page so supporters can watch the total rise in real time.
Create excitement by displaying a live goal bar on your fundraising page so supporters can watch the total rise in real time.
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Field day
Invite participants to register for a day of fun outdoor games and competitions, like relay races, a water balloon toss, and a good old-fashioned tug-of-war.
Make your fundraising event a success with sponsorships from local businesses to offset costs and bring in more participants.
Make your fundraising event a success with sponsorships from local businesses to offset costs and bring in more participants.
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Text-to-donate
With text-to-donate, raising funds is as easy as sending a text message. Post your shortcode on signs at fundraising events, share it on social media, and offer it as a payment option so your supporters can contribute using their mobile devices right on the spot, no matter where they are.
See for yourself how easy it is — text “DEMO” to 53-555.
See for yourself how easy it is — text “DEMO” to 53-555.
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Virtual book club
Charge a registration fee or ask for donations to join your book club, and host regular discussions via Zoom or another video conferencing platform.
Be sure to set up recurring donations as a simple way to collect membership fees for ongoing gatherings.
Be sure to set up recurring donations as a simple way to collect membership fees for ongoing gatherings.
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Toy drive
Set up a toy drive to allow your community members to turn their generosity into thoughtful gifts for kids over the holiday season. Ask for toy and cash donations, then distribute toys to those most in need and use funds to buy extra gifts.
Let everyone know when, where, and what to donate with the help of email marketing software.
Let everyone know when, where, and what to donate with the help of email marketing software.
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Car smashing
Ask your local junkyard to donate totaled cars and invite supporters to make a donation to take a sledgehammer to them.
Sell different kinds of tickets online for smashers and audience members and offer food and drinks to raise even more during the fun. Don’t forget the safety goggles!
Sell different kinds of tickets online for smashers and audience members and offer food and drinks to raise even more during the fun. Don’t forget the safety goggles!
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Tag Day
Invite students to post up outside local businesses and ask patrons for donations. Donors receive “tags” (stickers) when they give. Offer in-person payments using Venmo or scan-to-donate!
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5k walk/run
Map out your fundraising run route and have supporters donate to participate. Then, use peer-to-peer fundraising tools that allow supporters to make their own donation pages, set their own goals, and ask friends and family to contribute!
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Bar crawl
Organize a themed 21+ bar crawl to the local pubs! Create custom ticket types for various amounts of drink tickets and eats along the way.
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Cookie-decorating extravaganza
Volunteers bake batches of cookies to contribute to a decorating contest! Participants pay a small fee to enter and use frosting and other edible flare you provide to compete for the best cookie design.
To make your fundraising event even sweeter, bring in a cookie-decorating expert to show off some sweet tips and tricks.
To make your fundraising event even sweeter, bring in a cookie-decorating expert to show off some sweet tips and tricks.
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Culture day
Introduce the wider community to your club or group by hosting a themed culture day. Offer workshops, food, and activities in exchange for small donations using easy fundraising event tools like ticketing and mobile payment options.
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Building tour
If you're opening a new building, offer a VIP tour to your community members. Set a ticket price or auction them off. To raise the most from your VIP building tour, use auction software to host a fun and stress-free experience for your supporters.
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Special series
Create programming for a special series of sermons designed to help raise money for your current fundraising project.
Tie sermons directly to your goal and reach more supporters by livestreaming right from your fundraising page. Anyone can tune into the stream, make a donation, and learn about your campaign all in one place.
Tie sermons directly to your goal and reach more supporters by livestreaming right from your fundraising page. Anyone can tune into the stream, make a donation, and learn about your campaign all in one place.
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Back-to-school sale
Get everyone set up for the new school year with a back-to-school sale. Sell items like stationery, backpacks, water bottles, and other accessories for kids of all ages.
Customize online tickets with the name and image of each product, so your supporters can easily choose between the items on sale.
Customize online tickets with the name and image of each product, so your supporters can easily choose between the items on sale.
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Easter gift basket auction
Source delicious treats and seasonal goodies to create a selection of Easter gift baskets for an eggcellent silent auction.
Combine classic Easter baskets (chocolate eggs, bunnies, etc.) with other awesome silent auction basket ideas to offer biddable items for the whole family.
Combine classic Easter baskets (chocolate eggs, bunnies, etc.) with other awesome silent auction basket ideas to offer biddable items for the whole family.
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Pet therapy
Invite local animal shelters to bring adoptable dogs and cats to campus during midterms or finals to reduce student stress and raise money for a good cause.
Charge an entry fee and sell inexpensive extras like dog and cat treats. Be sure to offer multiple ways to purchase treats in-person like scan-to-donate and Venmo!
Charge an entry fee and sell inexpensive extras like dog and cat treats. Be sure to offer multiple ways to purchase treats in-person like scan-to-donate and Venmo!
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Principal challenge
Challenge your principal to do something wild (like dye their hair) if your team reaches their fundraising goal. Use a custom fundraising page with a live goal bar to drum up excitement and share updates (and photos!) as donations roll in.
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Alumni night
Sell tickets to an all-inclusive alumni dinner before a big game or event. During half-time or intermission, bring out the alumni for special recognition. Alternatively, you can livestream a special alumni message during a virtual event.
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Fall carnival
Host your very own fall-themed festival with live music, food and drink, local vendors, and carnival games.
Ask local businesses for supplies and prize donations and raise funds through refreshments, games, and stallholder fees.
Ask local businesses for supplies and prize donations and raise funds through refreshments, games, and stallholder fees.
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Pancakes for parents
Charge a small entrance fee for a dropoff pancake breakfast just for kids, allowing parents to take some much-needed time to rest and relax.
Make the whole process even more convenient for parents with easy online ticketing and scan-to-donate options at the door.
Make the whole process even more convenient for parents with easy online ticketing and scan-to-donate options at the door.
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Pumpkin Games
Perfect for the Halloween season, challenge participants to a pay-to-play series of games like pumpkin races and decorating contests. Sell tickets in advance or on the day of using scan-to-donate or Venmo.
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Wine pull
Collect donated bottles of wine, disguise the labels, and invite attendees to buy them blindly to discover what they’ve won. For some extra fundraising, host a livestream wine-tasting class afterward for everyone to learn more about their picks.
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Players vs. parents game
It’s kids vs. grownups in this ultimate showdown. Ask for a small donation per participant or family or charge a small fee for supporters to come watch it all go down.
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Family dance
Give the “father-daughter” or “mother-son” dance an inclusive update and give families of all shapes and sizes an unforgettable night of cutting a rug together for a good cause.
Choose a theme, sell tickets for your fundraising event online, and raise even more by setting up a photo booth with silly props!
Choose a theme, sell tickets for your fundraising event online, and raise even more by setting up a photo booth with silly props!
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24-hour marathon
Host a 24-hour livestream fundraiser for a high-energy day of fun and fundraising.
Great livestream activity ideas include a poetry slam, gaming tournament, or virtual concert.
Great livestream activity ideas include a poetry slam, gaming tournament, or virtual concert.
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Frequently asked questions
How can I raise money fast for my Habitat for Humanity chapter?
To fundraise quickly for your Habitat for Humanity chapter, consider using an online fundraising platform like Givebutter to more easily reach a wider audience. You can also seek out sponsorships from local businesses to amplify your efforts. Check out our guide on how to raise $1K in 30 days to get started.
What are the best Habitat for Humanity fundraisers?
The best Habitat for Humanity fundraisers are mission-focused and emphasize community engagement and creativity. Popular fundraisers include build-a-thons, where volunteers tap into peer-to-peer fundraising and commit to building homes. Not only does this kind of campaign make a financial impact, but it gets more supporters involved and hands-on in the process, too.
How do I plan my Habitat for Humanity fundraising events?
To plan your Habitat for Humanity fundraising events, you’ll need to sort out a few logistics. Start by setting clear goals and objectives, and determine your target audience and budget. Consider venue selection, event timeline, and necessary permits or permissions. It’s helpful to use an event planning checklist to keep track of everything!
Promote your event through various channels like social media, email newsletters, and local media outlets. When it’s all over, don’t forget to thank your community for all of their support.
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