Summer fundraising ideas
Set up your nonprofit, community group, or school to thrive this season with these fun summer fundraiser ideas. From yard sales to pool parties and summer concerts in the park, your supporters will be delighted to help you raise funds and build community in the sun.
Speed dating
Encourage extra donations if participants find a special someone!
Count the jellybeans
Pet run/walk
Easter egg hunt
Create an Easter Bunny photo booth and host a bake sale to bring in even more donations with scan-to-donate and Venmo donations on the day of the hunt!
Comedy roast
Church camp dessert bake-off
Raffle
Just be sure to check your state laws regarding raffles before you start planning!
Trike-a-thon
Speakeasy night
Raise some dough with cookie dough
Ale tasting
Spring cleaning
Kids vs. grownups field day
Charge entrance fees for this fundraising event, offer for-sale hydration and snacks, and don’t forget prizes for the winners!
Jersey auction
One for one pledge
Showcase this cycle of generosity on your donation forms using custom labels and donation amounts to make it clear you’ll be making an in-kind donation for every monetary donation received.
Maze for a cause
Charge an entrance fee to walk the maze, and make transactions easy with scan-to-donate and Tap to Pay options.
Crafts night
Cookie-decorating extravaganza
To make your fundraising event even sweeter, bring in a cookie-decorating expert to show off some sweet tips and tricks.
Expert lecture series
Sell tickets to in-person attendees and offer a livestreaming option to increase donations and reach interested supporters from anywhere.
Skate-a-thon
Leading up to your event, encourage your participants to create their own peer-to-peer fundraising pages, which they can personalize with their own stories and updates.
Gift basket auction
Literary pub crawl
To take this fundraising event further, arrange to have each watering hole feature a special cocktail or brew (with some non-alcoholic beverages in the mix!) to match your theme.
PTA mimosa breakfast
Valet parking
Frequently asked questions
What are the most popular summer fundraisers?
Summer fundraising event ideas that enable your supporters to enjoy the warm weather are often the most popular. Organize a movie night in the park, a food truck competition, a themed car wash, an ice cream social, or set up a neighborhood tailgate to bring your community together outdoors.
Check out the complete summer fundraising checklist to get even more top tips for making the most of this sunny season.
What is the most profitable summer fundraiser?
Empowering your supporters to raise money through peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns is a fantastic way to hit your fundraising goals in the summer. Host a walk-a-thon, swim-a-thon, or summer beach games tournament and encourage pledges and donations from friends and family. Don’t forget to partner with a local sponsor to raise more funds and awareness for your cause.
How do I plan and promote my summer fundraiser?
Planning a summer fundraiser is exciting but can also be daunting if you don’t know where to start. Luckily, we’ve created a step-by-step event planning checklist that walks you through the journey from idea to execution.
Which summer holidays and awareness days work well for themed fundraisers?
Awareness days and holidays make for perfect summertime fundraising ideas. Host a golf tournament around Father’s Day, a hot dog eating contest on the 4th of July, or plan a social media-based campaign that recognizes Juneteenth or Pride Month.
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