Fundraising Events are An Exceptional Fundraising
Idea
Looking for a quick way to
boost your 2013 Overnight fundraising campaign?
Many Overnight Walkers ask
us about the simplest ways to kickstart their fundraising campaigns and one of
the best successful ideas is to host a fundraising event.
We have heard from Walkers
year after year that their fundraising events are among the quickest, simplest,
and most enjoyable parts of their fundraising efforts. Whether you host a
restaurant night at a local eatery or have a poker or game night with teammates
and fellow walkers, hosting an event is a great way to reach out to many people
at once, to spread the word about your Overnight journey, and to have fun while
you are at it.
Co-Host an Event with a Local Business
Many local restaurants or
shops will gladly co-host events and arrange to share a percentage of their
profits for an evening or a few hours with you for your campaign.
One of the more popular
ideas that is used by many Walkers and Teams is to host a restaurant night in a
popular local restaurant. Generally speaking, your guests will be asked to
attend at certain times and then the restaurant will donate a portion of the
proceeds (often 20%) from these guests to your fundraising campaign.
Work with the restaurants in
your area and ask if they are open to participating with you for a fundraising
event.
Remember:
- The restaurant gets publicity and business
- You can be sure that you are acknowledging the
restaurant and encouraging participation through your email and social
media campaigns
- It’s a great team fundraising idea
- We can help provide any 501c3 documentation that
the restaurant needs
Get Creative with Interesting and Fun Events
- Start a March Madness event with friends that
lasts throughout the tournament
- Host a Game Night with friends
- Have a neighborhood garage or yard sale
- Host a “class” to teach something you know well
We have many other
Fundraising Event Ideas to help you on your journey as well, so be sure to take
a look in the Fundraising
section of the website and see if any are a great fit for you or your team!
Need
Help Planning a Fundraising Event?
Your Overnight Coach will be glad to
help you get started in planning your fundraising event!
If you have any questions about
fundraising or about the Overnight Walk in general, please contact us at
888-THE-OVERNIGHT (888-843-6837) or coaches@theovernight.org
and we will be glad to help.
