Doughnut Eating Contest Fundraiser

In Rockland, Maine, seven police officers and one first responder walked into a Tim Hortons doughnut shop — and kicked powdered sugar in the face of one of the country’s most enduring stereotypes. Once again, none of the officers won the second annual Law Enforcement Donut Eating Contest, a title that was carried away on the massive shoulders of Justin Hills of Camden First Aid. Whoever ate six doughnuts the fastest would win the contest, which was designed to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics of Maine.  A donations jar at Tim Hortons raised more than $130 at the scene, and the snazzy red T-shirts that advertised the event were selling briskly for the bargain price of $10. The restaurant echoed with laughter, applause and cheers during the three competitions — among law enforcement, among six Special Olympians and then among three owners or managers of Tim Hortons restaurants in Maine.

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We have included a number of do-it-yourself fundraising ideas in this section that offer a break from traditional product sales.  They were developed by groups just like yours in an attempt have a little fun with their fundraiser. Some of them are tried and true while others show a lot of creativity … and even wackiness in some cases.  All of them are obviously not appropriate for every group, but sometimes, with only a little modification, your might find some fund raising ideas that are perfect for your group. If you have an idea for a do-it-yourself fund raiser you are willing to share with others, please send it to us via email. Include anything and everything you would want to know if you were hearing the idea for the first time.