For non-profit organizations, hosting a fundraiser is an essential task, both for financial support and for increasing awareness in the community of a specific cause. Gaining long-term supporters means so much to the life of a non-profit and a memorable event can create an emotional connection for guests. We’ve designed and produced a wide range of fundraising events; here are 4 ideas we’ve found to be very successful.
Savor Syracuse Fundraiser
1. A Food Tasting Event: This past month, we planned a hugely successful fundraiser for Food Bank of Central New York. Tens of restaurants, grocery stores, hotels and breweries participated, each showcasing a popular item off their menu.
Gather a few food joints in one place and people will come for great food. Invite a local band to play live background music to create a fun, upbeat ambiance as guests enjoy their delicious bites.
Gather a few food joints in one place and people will come for great food. Invite a local band to play live background music to create a fun, upbeat ambiance as guests enjoy their delicious bites.
Infinity Golf Tournament Fundraiser
2. Golf Tournament: A game of golf is an interactive way to get people out of the office and into the great outdoors. The Infinity Golf Tournament is a fundraiser we plan every year, with a great turnout. The day includes lunch, drink tickets for beverage stations throughout the course, and dinner with a short program. We also have prizes for fun contests such as Hole-in-One and the Longest Drive.
As golf appeals to many businesspeople, think about inviting local companies to participate and sign up a foursome.
As golf appeals to many businesspeople, think about inviting local companies to participate and sign up a foursome.
Little Black Dress Event Fundraiser
3. A Fashion Show: Mix fashion and music and you've got a fun fundraiser. We work closely with an organization benefiting women entrepreneurs, and we wanted to create a fundraiser for them that offered a carefree and fun night out, while putting the spotlight on the wonderful work they do. Inspired by the chic wardrobe staple, we desgined the Little Black Dress Event with a fashion show, music, dancing and cocktails.
Ride & Run for The Rescue Mission. Photo via syracuse.com
4. Walk/Run: A community walk/run (or bike ride) is a great way to bring people from all over community together-and runners always love an excuse to hit the pavement. The Rescue Mission's Ride and Run, which we have produced several times in the past, is always a great success. These events are not only healthy, but are often during the day, which means they can be family-friendly as well.
If you're planning a fundraiser and are in need of a fresh idea, give us a call at 315.422.9400.
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