Plump your Piggy Bank
If you don’t mind digging around for coins… As simple as it seems, finding change in your family’s couch or…
Fundraising Ideas
Family Matches
If your family is willing to pitch in… Even though many people may like to support you, giving money is…
Coaster for a Cause
If you are a thrill seeker… Six Flags-affiliated amusement parks will occasionally hold “Coasters for a Cause” events during the…
Create-Your-Own-A-Thon
If you are a goal setter and a go-getter… Organize a bike-a-thon, a pump iron-a-thon, a skate-a-thon, a walk-a-thon, a…
Drive-In Movie Night
If you are a movie buff… Find a place in your community to host your event. The location must have…
Shave Your Head
If you aren’t too attached to a full head of hair… Create a campaign around shaving your head (or one…
Pet Sitting
If you are good with animals… Depending on the type of pets you feel comfortable around, design a flyer that…
Doggy Dip
If you don’t mind getting your hands wet… Host a doggie (or pet) wash for people that will pay to…
Dog Walking
If you know owners who don’t have much time for their dog… Make posters to advertise so people know why…
We’ve Got Spirit. How ’bout You?
If you are bursting with school spirit… Talk to your school principal about hosting a decorating contest (i.e. lockers, classroom…
Choose your Teacher’s Hair Color
If you have a teacher who is up for anything… Choose three to five outrageous colors and find a favorite…
Valentine Balloons
If you enjoy playing Cupid… Selling helium balloons can be a great fundraiser around Valentine’s Day. Take orders 3 weeks…
Tournament Snack Bar
If you are a sports fan… Ask your school if you can run the concession stand for a tournament and…
Scrub-a-dub
If you are all about whipping up suds… Get permission from your school, church, or a local store to use…
Recycle Electronics
If you have a stash of outdated devices… Ecophones Recycling Fundraiser could pay you up to $300 per item you…
Gift Wrapping
If you have a pair of scissors and a roll of tape… Do some research to determine where you could…
Print Address Labels
If you are good with a computer… Make return address labels and sell them for a set price (i.e. $5.00-$10.00…
Work Vouchers
If you are an all-around hard worker… Sell vouchers (or books of vouchers) entitling the buyer to an hour (or…
Paper or Plastic?
If you are always bagging your family’s groceries at the store… Bagging groceries for tips at your local grocery store…
Gophering
If you are detail oriented and can juggle many tasks at the same time… Devise a plan and time table…
Colossal Clean Up
If you are a leader and can assemble an army of helpers… Contract with the management of your local fairgrounds…
Garage Sale
If you know a lot of people who need to purge some belongings… Gather and organize any unwanted items from…
Yard Work
If you like fresh-cut grass and a little dirt under your nails… After getting permission from your parents, go door-to-door…
Guest Chef
If you don’t need a sous chef to make a meal… Offer your cooking skills to families that might find…
Create a Cookbook
If you are well organized… Ask you friends, family, classmates, teachers, etc. to submit their favorite recipes to you for…
Master of the Kitchen
If you can channel your inner Gordon Ramsay… Make a list of the items you are able to make. You…
Host an Internationally-Themed Dinner
If you are good in the kitchen… Host an internationally-themed dinner party where you make a cuisine from your future…
Cooking for Cash
If you are a party planner… Organize a school-, church- or community-wide spaghetti dinner, ice cream social, salad bar, omelet…
Approach Charitable Organizations
If you are good at making connections… Charitable organizations are usually comprised of business owners and well-connected people in your…
Local AFS Fundraising
If you are a people person… Ask your local AFS area team volunteers about raising funds collectively. With the assistance…
Parents Night Out
If you enjoy babysitting… Offer one night (several nights) or a full Saturday / Sunday for parents to let you…
Care Package Campaign
If you are creative, crafty, and caring… Compile a list of care package themes and the desired contents for each…
Silent Auction
If you have retail connections… Host a silent auction using donated items as a stand alone event or in conjunction…
Corporate Sponsorships
If you are a go-getter and like talking to new people… Brainstorm (with your parents) a list of local businesses…
Sponsorship Letter
If you know a lot of people that live far away… Write a letter introducing yourself, why you are fundraising,…
Mass Email Campaign
If you have oodles of contacts in your address book… Using email is a great way to get the word…
Food For Funds
If you have friends and family that like to eat at restaurants… Visit a few restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries…
Airplane Ticket Giveaway
If you know someone with lots of reward miles… Ask a family member or a family friend who travels a…
Email Newsletter
If you laugh in the face of deadlines… Sell subscriptions to a personal newsletter about your experience while you are…
Art Auction
If you are tight with some artists… Ask your artist friends or local artists in your community to help you…
Etsy Shop
If you have an entrepreneurial spirit… Etsy.com is similar to eBay, but for individual people selling their own art, crafts,…
Skeins of Yarn
If you know how to knit or crochet… Create knitted or crocheted items, such as scarves, bags, socks, or hats…
I’m With the Band
If you know a good band or singer… Ask the band or singer to perform at your fundraising event. Find…
Art Fundraiser
If you have an eye for design… Many stores (i.e. Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, etc.) offer photo services where you…