Fundraising Ideas Database

Polar Bear Plunge

Location: In-Person

Overhead Cost: $$

Expected Return: $$

Complexity: 2

Special Considerations

Obviously, this event must be in a cold location or occur during a cold weather month.
You’ll definitely need to have someone on site for safety emergencies just in case!
You could also consider selling warm treats like hot chocolate or coffee for participants once they’re out of the water.

This is a chillingly good fundraiser for colder locales! Have donations based on whether or not your participants are brave enough to jump into the water, or charge a small entry fee that goes to support your organization.

Other Fundraising Ideas

Beer Garden

Coordinate with a local brewery to co-host a happy hour where a portion of the sales go to ACS. The event can be decorated with lights, music, and games to

Lottery Fundraising Split

Commit to purchase a certain number of tickets $20 – $100 worth. Invite donors to make a set donation (i.e $10) to ACS. You pledge 10% of your winnings to

Push-Up Challenge

Do you love to work out? Combine that love with your love for raising money for the American Cancer Society. Use Social Media to invite your friends to join you

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