Fundraising News From Around the World

Austin, TX: Historic home conducts "goating" fundraiser to support building expansion. A pair of 3-year-old pygmy goats were placed on the lawns of homes that were "goated" and they had to pay $50 to have the animals removed. For a $40 donation residents could request a “goating.” Once removed, that individual could donate $40 and select a different target. “Goating insurance” was also available for a $40 donation. Many victims never even saw goats — they paid the money upfront when notified they were “next.”; Springfield, MO: Special Olympics unveils newest -- and most extreme -- fundraiser, "Over the Edge," which lets participants rappel from the rooftop of the State Office Building; Rockland, ME: Police officers and first responders support Special Olympics in doughnut eating fundraiser in which participants were challenged to see who could eat six doughnuts the fastest; Claremont, OK: Hospital and Chamber of Commerce sponsor "Boobdazzled Brassieres," a collection of women's undergarments decorated for the Bra Art & Auction to benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Pieces included a vacation-themed bra ("Vacation or Bust") and one with a Mardi Gras theme ("Mardi Bra"); Nanaimo, BC: RCMP officer raises funds for Special Olympics with 48-hour campout at Wal-Mart on a small platform hoisted high by a scissor-lift; Santa Cruz, CA: Literacy program hosts Trivia Challenge fundraiser to support free literacy program; Nassau County, FL: Sheriff's office to hold "I Shot with the Nassau County Sheriff" fundraiser to benefit Cops and Kids; and New Bedford, MA: YMCA fundraiser features lobster races. Students in the metal fabrication department of a local high school designed and built the structure to race the lobsters. The structure contained four 5-foot long channels, stepped one on top of the other. The lobsters were contained by plexiglass and the channels were filled with salt water.

Skratchers was developed to overcome many of the problems associated with traditional fundraisers, such as cumbersome order-taking and deliveries, consistently less value for the supporter, and the need for more profit. We have worked hard to ensure that Skratchers is superior to other traditional fundraisers and that it beats out all other scratch card programs. A Skratchers fundraiser is hassle-free, and provides high profit, great value, high quality, free shipping, quick delivery, and won’t spoil or melt. Get a free sample and learn more at Skratchers.com or call toll free 888-800-9506.

Do-It-Yourself Fundraiser Of The Month

Goblin Insurance:  Your group can make money prior to Halloween selling "Goblin Insurance".  Here's how it works. Using a computer and a printer you print up special Halloween Insurance Policies. You charge $5 per residence policy and $15 per business policy. Here's the good part. You keep all the money! Your group agrees to clean up any Halloween mess - soaped windows, etc. made during Halloween night. You do not agree to repair vandalized items - broken windows - blown up mailboxes, etc. Most people will think it's a clever idea and will donate $5. Sell a couple hundred and you have yourself $1000.  Your expense will be the cost of ink and a ream of paper.

I Love Fundraising offers all types of cookie dough programs including cookie dough tubs, pre-portioned cookie dough boxes, cookie dough & magazines, $10 cookie dough, student pre-pack cookie dough, and cookie dough shipped directly to your customer’s door (ecoupon card program). Handsdown, cookie dough is this decade’s top fundraiser! Free colorful order-taker brochures. If you’re just not into cookie dough, you can order from a complete line of additional fundraising items including, cheesecakes, chocolates, scratch cards, lollipops, flower bulbs, meat snacks, candles, popcorn, and Smencils. ilovefundraising.com (1-800-441-8599) - Where low minimums are almost embarrassing!

Non-Profit In The Spotlight

The Wounded Warrior Project seeks to assist those men and women of our armed forces who have been severely injured during the conflicts in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other hot spots around the world. Many of the injuries are traumatic amputations, gunshot wounds, burns and blast injuries that will retire these brave warriors from military service. These wounded soldiers will return to civilian life minus one or more limbs, or with serious wounds or disfiguring scars, and will face greater challenges today obtaining assistance and finding opportunities that would enable them to provide for themselves and their families.

School Ad Radio: What would your school do with an additional 10, 15, or $20,000.00+ more per year??!! School Ad Radio is your own FM station that broadcasts current school news and events mixed with business ads – paid for by corporate sponsors! What's more – We produce the programs for you. Who’s the audience?…your parents! Cars stuck in school traffic in front of your campus! What easier way for parents to stay informed & entertained?! They’ll be “tuning-in” your School Ad Radio to hear about upcoming game events, meetings, plays, other fundraisers, exam days, and more. Visit our website now!

Holiday Facts

Halloween has its origins in the ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain which was the celebration of the end of the harvest season, and is sometimes regarded as the "Celtic New Year". Traditionally, the festival was a time used by the ancient pagans to take stock of supplies and slaughter livestock for winter stores. The ancient Gaels believed that on October 31st, now known as Halloween, the boundary between the alive and the deceased dissolved, and the dead become dangerous for the living by causing problems such as sickness or damaged crops. The festivals would frequently involve bonfires, where the bones of slaughtered livestock were thrown. Costumes and masks were also worn at the festivals in an attempt to mimic the evil spirits or placate them. The term Halloween is shortened from All-hallow-even, as it is the eve of "All Hallows' Day", which is also known as All Saints' Day.
 

 BAKE & Co. Fundraising: USA-made quality since 1993 for non-profits of all types and sizes. Presale brochures or direct-sell items for schools, sports, cancer awareness. Custom rubber flip flops, bulbs, coffee, color-changing hand soap, pasta, tees, apples, $1 items and more. Printer-friendly all products brochure www.bakeco.com Brenda at 1-800-535-2253 PST

 Fun Pasta Fundraising: New, unique, fun! Pasta in “fun shapes” like cheerleaders, holidays, collegiate logos, and more!  Up to 50% profits. Affordable prices of $6.50, $7.50 & $11.  Free brochures, free samples, and free shipping! Great prizes include iTunes or Wal-Mart gift cards. See details at fun pasta fundraising or call 1-800-247-0188 x205

  Wow Green - Green fundraise and earn 3 ways. New exciting green fundraiser. 60% pay out, no upfront cost, free S/H. Plus you have the option of earning 3 ways. These products will never be sold in retail stores. No competition. Go to our website or call (866) 200-9759