Fundraising Ideas for KidsOur site contains lots of great fundraising ideas for kids. However, before you take a look, consider some very important fundraising tips that will make these fundraising ideas as successful as possible. Whether your group is organizing an event or selling products there are some important tips to consider. Overall Goals
How the work will get done, by whom and when is one of the most important factors for success. Parents, grandparents, friends, co-workers and neighbors often times feel as if they are always being asked for money. Make your kids’ fundraisers well organized, thought out and the right one for your group or community and you will be far more successful in the long run. If it’s products or tickets to your event remember that everyone should be thinking about the people you know (your networks) and to always be talking about, promoting or selling for your fundraiser. Promote and sell on your organization’s website, posters, social networking, fliers, invitations, – get the word out however you can. Most importantly – talk about the reason you are raising money. People give to people! Selling Products Check out some additional resources on our site regarding this topic: Kids typically sell to their immediate family and close friends. It is important that if children are encouraged to sell beyond this circle of people that they are always accompanied by an adult or to use the buddy system. Don’t worry! Order taker fundraising allows your group to take orders, collect money and then turn it into the fundraising company. Click here for more resources on our site to help you plan: If they are things or rewards (like free recess, no homework or shorter practice) they need to be seen as a value to the participants. Also parents need to see value as well because they are typically the determining factor in the level of participation that will occur. If the incentive prices are perceived as worthless or junk, the flyer or selling brochure will end up in the trash. So, when thinking about fundraising ideas for kids, remember - the goodies, incentives and prizes really do matter. Being polite and saying “thank you” no matter if potential customers buy or not is the best way to go. If children begin with the purpose for the fundraiser vs. just saying “would you like to buy…” the potential customer will be more interested in the purchase. Remember, if a sale is made, an enthusiastic, “thank you for helping us meet our goal!” is always appreciated. Also, wearing a team or school uniform or some other identifying symbol also gives the seller credibility. Know what other groups in your community are selling. If everyone is selling the same thing or having similar events, there will be no demand for your product (especially in smaller communities) or to attend your event. Organizing An Event Located in our FREE TOOLS SECTION you will find a great resource for event planning. Its a timeline and check list called an event planning checklist You can access if free by signing up for our monthly e-newsletter. Other Resources on our Site There are many fundraising ideas for kids on our site: to track the progress of your fundraiser! In Summary Our site has a lot of great fundraising ideas for kids. Remember, that the most important thing to do before you begin – DO YOUR HOMEWORK! Trust me, it’s worth the investment of your time to produce the best results. Best of luck!
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