Top 5 Best Fundraising Ideas

Top 5 Best Fundraising Ideas

By Stella Bayiokos, Vice President of Public Relations

1. Penny Wars

Penny Wars is an easy way your chapter can raise money quickly. Penny Wars works by dividing teams either by grade or class and encouraging those teams to raise as much money from loose change or bills. Once the teams are official, whichever team collects the most money is rewarded by your chapter. Some ideas could be a bagel breakfast, dollar tree candy, etc. Make sure you publicize your event through the school newspaper, announcements, and social media so the whole school knows.

2. Pickleball/Volleyball Tournament

A pickleball or volleyball tournament is a more active fundraiser. This requires more organization. Organizing a sign-up form for the students is the simplest way of organizing the teams and keeping track of how much money they give. Each team can be charged an admissions fee. Once the teams are established you can create a bracket and let the games begin!

3. Chocolate Bar Sell

Chocolate bar sells are one of the most popular sells in high school. A few companies that offer boxes to be sold at high schools are Gertrude Hawk, Hershey’s, ABC Fundraising, and more! Some companies even have over 50% profit for each box. If you are interested in doing a chocolate bar sell, make sure to discuss a company with your chapter and reach out!

4. Movie Night

Movie nights are a great relaxing fundraiser that all students can participate in. This fundraiser requires little organization. It is simple enough that can be held multiple times at your school! If you are interested in this fundraiser make sure to ask your school’s permission first!

5. Coffeehouse Night

Coffeehouse night is a great fundraiser for students who play an instrument, sing, or have a band! With the right organization, coffeehouses can be a great social event held monthly at your school. With a small admissions fee and volunteers willing to play, you can raise a lot of money! If you are interested make sure you ask your school’s permission first!