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.
Pet picture day
Face painting
Make it easy for people to take part with scan-to-donate. All they need to do is scan the QR code and they’ll land on your donation page in seconds.
Obstacle course
International Women's Day fundraiser
Whether it’s in-person, virtual, or hybrid, raise more and stress less with easy online registration, mobile app check-ins, and live display
Flower bulb sale
Pajama party
Raffle
Just be sure to check your state laws regarding raffles before you start planning!
Board game night
Gift wrapping
Cheer off
Grow-your-own garden kit
Ugly sweater 5k
Pajama day
Costume contest
Escape Room Challenge
Teen film festival
Yard raking
Follow best practices for volunteer recruitment to build a loyal community of supporters ready to pitch in for yardwork and more.
Principal challenge
Secret supper
Crawl for a cause
Cooking competition
You can get even more spectators in on the fun by livestreaming the event and asking for donations throughout the program.
Telethon
Legacy giving
Teacher “jail”
Box Top fundraiser
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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