College Fundraising
Ideas For College Fundraisers
Looking for college fundraising ideas? Here are ten activity ideas for
fraternity, sorority, or other groups to raise funds on campus.
Dance marathon
University of North Carolina students conduct an annual dance marathon
fundraiser for the UNC Children's Hospital For The Kids Fund which covers costs
not covered by insurance. An annual tradition since 1998, the 24-hour Dance
Marathon has grown every year, featuring over 750 dancers and 450 volunteers
while raising more than $200,000 for their cause in 2006.
Wristband fundraiser
Another good way to raise funds is to sell customizable silicon bracelets. These
colorful wristbands can be imprinted with your group's message and are
surprisingly affordable. Most groups sell theirs for $2 each with profits of 50%
or more. The Lance Armstrong Foundation has raised more than $100 million for
cancer research with the yellow "LiveStrong" wristband.
Powder Puff tournament
Sororities on many campuses organize an annual Powder Puff football tournament
with each player required to raise a certain amount in pledges. Fraternities
sell game tickets and provide "cheerleading" squads which is all part of the
fun. There's a championship trophy at stake along with prizes for most funds
raised and best cheerleaders.
Affinity credit cards
These themed credit cards can be offered with just about any group affiliation
and custom logo. These require applicants getting approved by the credit card
issuer who will pay groups anywhere from $50 to $100 per signup.
Debit cards
Similar to the credit card offering, these prepaid Visa or MasterCard debit
cards are great for students. You can offer them with affinity customization or
just offer regular debit cards. Parents love these because it's a great way to
make funds available to students on a monthly basis by just adding funds to the
debit card. Banks will pay you $50 for each signup and everyone is approved.
Battle of the Bands
Organize an all-day Battle of the Bands to support your favorite cause. Charge
bands an entrance fee, sell tickets, offer event t-shirts, and run a concession
stand with food and drinks.
Discount cards
You can sell fast food discount cards for $10 and make 80% profit. Cards
offering two-for-one deals are available for Pizza Hut, KFC, McDonalds, Burger
King, Subway, Papa John's, etc.
Paid surveys
There are a lot of companies that pay students to complete online surveys about
products and shopping preferences. You can earn $10 to $25 for each survey
completed and up to $75 for participating in an online focus group.
Toilet paper
Selling one of life's necessities lends itself well to college fundraising. Your
group commits to buying a truckload of toilet paper at wholesale prices and then
pre-sells at least half of it to other groups. After taking delivery, offer
individual packs or even cases at retail prices in high-traffic areas. Use funny
posters to help promote your cause. Example: "Help wipe out hunger!"
Bingo fundraiser
Everybody loves to play bingo and it's easy to put a Bingo Night together. All
you need is a room with lots of tables and a bingo caller. You can download
bingo cards for free and print your own. Make a plastic tumbler for hand painted
ping-pong balls for selecting each number and you're good to go. Charge per game
and offer donated prizes for winning, not cash.
Good luck with your college fundraising!
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