What inspires a fundraising event may vary depending on the corporations and organizations involved. Customarily, corporations and non-profit organizations collaborate with fundraising events to raise money towards a specified goal. As presenters or sponsors, corporations use fundraising events to connect with the community on a personal level for development.
Some corporations may hire professional planners to promote and arrange special events that facilitate the spirit of giving among employees and other guests.
These days, fundraising encompasses much more than simple donations. Interesting incentives and the promise of a memorable experience yield much more participation than traditional fundraising methods. Pledges, bids, tickets, raffles, and prizes are some of the many interactive methods of raising money that combine entertainment and productive involvement!
Regardless of how goals are met, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure a smooth outcome. Corporate fundraising events should be simple, entertaining, and planned to meet the needs and expectations of a specific community or crowd.
With these things in mind, let’s take a look at 8 fun and engaging corporate fundraising ideas!
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Rally support for your corporate fundraising event with the promise of captivating entertainment and lighthearted challenges! An evening filled with fun games and exciting prizes is an attention-grabbing way to get people involved in the fundraising festivities. Bingo, trivia, casino games, and a raffle are a few easily adaptable activities to include in any fundraiser!
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Offer a screening of a specially chosen film or movie for your next corporate fundraising event! Most movie theaters allow facility rentals for private screenings. Guests can bid on the best seats in the house or contribute to the fundraiser by purchasing popcorn, drinks, and other snacks while enjoying a trip to the cinema.
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Host a refreshing picnic filled with fresh air and fun! Corporate fundraising picnics can include a variety of outdoor games and recreation like volleyball, soccer, softball, cornhole, three-legged races, and more! Add to the amusement with the inclusion of local food trucks and tents filled with crafts and activities like face painting. A picnic provides fun for the whole family to enjoy and is a great way to get people excited about the event.
People are always looking for hobbies to try and for opportunities to hone their culinary skills. Offer eventgoers the chance to learn the art of creating irresistible graze boards from talented professionals! And, there will be no need to provide extra catering as guests can enjoy their flavorful creations. Alongside an amusing and appetizing workshop, guests can also learn how to pair wine like a pro while trying a selection of fine vino! The bottles can also be offered as a way to raise money for the fundraiser.
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Silent auctions are a great way to ensure a rewarding experience for a corporate fundraising event, both in meeting the overall goal of the event and for the guests that make it possible! The range and value of items auctioned are up to you and include everything from artwork and collectibles to handmade crafts and goods, classes, tickets, and more.
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A little friendly competition never hurt anybody. Tee off your next corporate fundraising event with a lively golf tournament! Add a serene backdrop of hilly green fields for a relaxing ambiance, and invite guests to participate with a special prize for the tournament winner!
Host an upscale corporate fundraising event with a gourmet dining experience and high-end entertainment. A memorable menu and shows from musicians, comedians, and other live performers offer eventgoers a chance to dress up and attend a classy evening out while supporting the fundraiser.
Oftentimes, corporate fundraising events entail venue reservations, catering packages, entertainment, and other vendor bookings to accommodate the number of attendees. However, there are other options for reaching fundraising goals. Graze Boxes provide a convenient alternative to traditional in-person events by bundling the entertainment, novelty, and delicious food in an appetizing gift package to enjoy from home!
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