Rallying support for your Mahoning Valley Warrior team doesn’t have to be overwhelming — it can be fun, creative, and bring people together for a great cause!
Whether you’re looking for a simple way to engage friends, a workplace initiative, or a large community event, there are countless ways to inspire donations.
Here are some unique and effective fundraising ideas to help your team reach its goal while spreading awareness and strengthening connections. Choose one (or more!) that fits your style, and start making a difference today!
WAYS TO RAISE FUNDS FOR YOUR TEAM
Sip and Paint — Invite friends to a casual painting session with a local artist and collect donations or charge an entry fee.
Car Wash or Pet Bath — Offer to wash cars or bathe pets for donations—a fun, community-driven event everyone can enjoy.
Bake Sale — You can sell homemade treats (including gluten-free or vegan options) at local events or partner with a restaurant to broaden your reach.
Craft Show — Host a neighborhood or community craft fair, inviting local artisans to rent tables or donate a portion of their sales.
Casual Fridays or Holiday Parties — If you work in an office, you can allow coworkers to dress down or make a small donation to celebrate the season.
Grand Openings or Store Promotions — Partner with local businesses celebrating a launch or special sale, and invite them to collect donations on your team’s behalf.
Art Show or Art Auction — Showcase local talent and charge an admission fee or auction off artwork to benefit your cause.
Golf Tournament or Mini Golf Event — Organize a day on the greens or a mini golf venue with registration fees, sponsorships, or added contests like a hole-in-one challenge or special prize holes.
Black-Tie Event — Hold an elegant evening with a formal dress code, live music, and possibly a silent auction to raise significant funds.
Black-Tie Cocktail at Home — Host an elegant soiree in the comfort of your home, complete with formal attire, signature cocktails, upscale hors d’oeuvres, and maybe even live music. Consider adding a small auction or raffle to elevate the experience and boost fundraising. Guests can purchase “tickets” or write checks, making this an intimate yet impactful way to support your cause.
Charity Night at a Restaurant — Team up with a local eatery that donates a percentage of sales or allows diners to round up their bills.
Change for Children — Place donation jars at retailers or local businesses, encouraging customers to drop in their spare change.
50/50 Raffle — Collaborate with other events and run a simple raffle where half the proceeds go to the winner, and the rest support your team.
Auction — Host a live, silent, or online auction with donated items, experiences, or gift baskets to spark generous bids.
Spaghetti (or Other) Dinner — Cook up a community meal and boost excitement with a raffle, auction, or entertainment.
Poker Tournament — Charge a buy-in fee for an entertaining poker night, then donate the proceeds to your cause.
Basket Raffle — Gather themed baskets from local businesses or supporters, sell raffle tickets, and draw winners for extra excitement.
Social Media Campaign
Create an online fundraising page, then spread the word through your personal and organizational social networks.
