Fundraising Event Ideas

Fundraising events and parties have proven to be a very successful fundraising tactic for many of our past and current participants. Events are a great way to supplement an email or letter campaign and are always a fun way to celebrate your upcoming participation!

You don’t need to reinvent the wheel with a fundraising event idea. We already have tons of tried-and-true fundraising event ideas that are completely packaged for you. Select one from the list below, then call 1.800.718.3536 or email Coach@bestbuddies.org to let us know and we’ll provide you with everything you need to make it successful including:

• Step-by-step directions for pre-planning and event execution

• Invitation templates with donation messages

• Speaking scripts (for host or participant!) to help you make the ask
  Sample follow-up and thank you letter templates

Fundraising Event Ideas:

Sports Tournament
Board Games Tournament
Dinner Party
House Party
Ice Cream Social
Pub Night
Pizza Party
Wine Tasting
Pancake Breakfast
Spaghetti Dinner
Yard Sale
Car Wash
Tabling at Events or outside local stores
Local Restaurant Fundraiser
Lead Your Own Training Ride

Ideas by Month:

October – Halloween
November – Thanksgiving Lunch
December – Holiday Party
February – Valentine’s Day Bake Sale
March – St. Patrick’s Day Pub Night
April – Easter or Springtime Brunch
May – Mother’s Day Donations
June – Father’s Day Barbeque
July – Fourth of July Picnic
August – Summer Beach Party
September – Labor DayParty
Birthday – Donations in Lieu of Presents