Fundraising News From Around the World

Monroe, MI: Six-year old turns birthday into fundraiser by asking that donations be made to help a sick friend in lieu of presents; Cairns, Queensland AU: Frog hospital initiates Adopt-a-Frog fundraising campaign; York, PA: Woman whose hair had not been trimmed in 30 years and reached to her knees, had her hair cut for Lock of Love fundraiser; Savannah, GA: Veterans of the Harlem Globetrotters perform in one night only basketball fundraiser for victims of sugar refinery explosion; Hingham, MA: Gridiron club initiates flamingo flocking to raise funds and generate community camaraderie; Vail, CO: Charitable foundation raises funds with bocce ball tournament; Simi Valley, CA: Library foundation holds "Stay at Home and Read a Book" fundraiser. The idea was for interested parties to donate to the foundation and then just quietly follow what the fundraiser's name suggests; Pensacola, FL: Volunteers pick homegrown blueberries to benefit sailing regatta; Pittsburgh, PA: Local musicians, politicians, students, and community advocates participate in "Sleep-In for the Homeless" fundraiser; Vancouver, BC: Servers from local restaurants featured topless in calendar to raise money for breast cancer research; Terre Haute, IN: Department store collects donations and hosts fundraiser to help flood victims; West Milford, NJ: Local pizzerias compete in Pizza Olympics as a community fundraiser; Prattville, AL: Kiwanis club holds Southern Gospel Music Concert fundraiser to benefit children’s programs; Weatherford, TX: Police and fire departments battle it out in basketball fundraiser to support local charity; Ada, OK: Girl Scout Brownie Troop hosts art show and sale featuring original works of art to help defray the cost of trip; Portsmouth, NH: Wedding doubles as fundraiser when couple asks that donations be made to animal rescue organization in lieu of presents.

GoMagnets.com - Custom car magnets for your school or organization make great fundraisers! People love to show their support on their cars! Profits over 100%! Free sample packs! We bill schools net 30 days. Order your custom car magnets; sell some when they arrive to pay for the whole invoice. “Your company has exceeded expectations in every way. Not only did we get a wonderful product, but superior customer service.” Dana in OK. Email sales@gomagnets.com now to get started with your successful, custom car magnet fundraiser!

Do-It-Yourself Fundraiser Of The Month

One church had a Crock Pot Cook Off to raise money for their Vacation Bible School program. They had 20 people make dishes in 4 categories. (chili, stew, chowder and soup). All food was brought to a central location in a crock pot. The general public paid admission to the cook off and became the judges. The cost was $5 for adults and $2.50 for kids. They were then able to go around the room and sample everyone's creations and judge. They received voting tickets for each category and were able to vote for one dish in each category. The church group also offered free bottled water and bread and corn bread to cleanse the pallet and give relief from the heat of some of the chili's. A new crock pot cookbook was given to first place winners in each category. They also had a bake sale and a raffle for a new fancy crock pot. It was such a big hit they will be doing it again and adding more categories such as desserts and a miscellaneous category.

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Non-Profit In The Spotlight

Working directly with domestic and international outreach organizations and centers for animal care and control, Stray from the Heart rescues, rehabilitates and finds homes for homeless dogs without the benefit of paid employees or a shelter facility to house our dogs. Through our network of foster homes, we strive to offer good dogs, facing uncertain futures due to space and resource constraints, new hope and a better life. We also provide follow-up support to the individuals and families who adopt dogs from us. Stray from the Heart volunteers are always available to provide advice on health and behavioral questions after an adoption. We are here to help potential owners find the perfect canine companion and to help every dog find a perfect forever home. Even so, we have a "no questions asked" policy in cases where a dog must be returned to us. Our main concern is the health and safety of our strays. We have had tremendous success in a short time. Since our inception in August 2000, we have been able to rescue and find loving homes for over 1,500 homeless dogs. In addition, we have developed working relationships with international outreach programs, and with local veterinarians who offer essential medical care.

DigiLabs photo calendars are an excellent way to fundraise. Customize calendars for your group and create a unique and functional product that everyone will want each year. Add local sponsors’ information and cover initial cost and raise more funds quickly. DigiLabs will also make your calendars available on an online store so that you can continue to raise funds 24/7 with no effort. Personalize your calendars with your groups’ photos, events, and information. Promote your organization or group year round. Create calendars within minutes with DigiLabs free software.

This Month In History

The first televised Olympic games open in Berlin (8/1/1936); The first U.S. Census is completed. There are four million people in the U.S. (8/1/1790); Wild Bill Hickok is killed during a poker game (8/2/1876); Eight players banished from baseball in Black Sox scandal (8/3/1921); Champagne is invented by Dom Perignon (8/4/1693); Little Orphan Annie comic strip debuts (8/5/1924); The first atomic bomb was dropped over the center of Hiroshima (8/6/1945); Murderer John Hart is the first person to be executed in an electric chair (8/6/1890); The "Order of the Purple Heart" is created by President George Washington (8/7/1782); The Daughters of the American Revolution organization is created (8/8/1890); Cara Neagle was born (8/8/1966); Richard M. Nixon resigned the presidency as a result of the Watergate scandal (8/9/1974); Smithsonian Institution established (8/10/1846); "Smile, You're on Candid Camera" debuts (8/10/1948); The village of Chicago is incorporated (8/10/1833); The first roller derby held (8/13/1936); President Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act (8/14/1935); Woodstock began in a field near Bethel, New York (8/15/1969); Elvis Presley was pronounced dead at age 42 (8/16/1977); The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, granting women the right to vote (8/18/1920); Indianapolis Speedway holds it's first auto race (8/19/1909); Hawaii becomes the 50th state (8/21/1959); National Park Service established (8/25/1916); The Late Show with David Letterman premieres on CBS (8/30/1993).
 

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