Sunday, November 23, 2014

Knowing About Holiday Fundraiser Ideas

By Ida Dorsey


Unfortunately not every person living on this planet is lucky enough to have loads of cash and other important items when Christmas is near. These poor souls must rely upon holiday fundraiser ideas which are created by other human beings. It is great that many of the events are able to generate money for the less fortunate.

Americans are very creative people who know exactly how to generate funding in a time of crises. Sometimes they will come up with great ideas that are really creative and fun to participate in. It is not unusual to find these people doing a spelling bee, bake sale, silent auction, talent show, yard sell or night in jail contest.

A tiny town within Georgia is well known for its friendly residents who like to show off all of their baking skills. Each year around Christmas time these confident people will gather together at the town hall for a great bake sale. All of the goods are sold at a reasonable price to the lucky citizens or other individuals who happen to visit.

The money obtained was used to help the poor adult individuals purchase Christmas presents for their children. Elsewhere in the world some people decided to put on a talent show after a family had lost all of their belongings in a horrible fire. Everyone who entered into this event had to pay a five dollar fee to be a part of the spectacular show. It was also understood that no individual would win any type of prize since the money obtained would help the needy family.

One young girl became involved with an organization which provides money for needy families. She convinced her parents to help with an adult spelling bee contest that would generate tons of cash. Fortunately this event raised thousands of dollars and everyone had a great time while helping out.

People who loved giving money to charity did not mind going to jail for one night. During this event every person would have a member of their family arrested and taken to jail. The unfortunate prisoner would have to wait a few hours before their loved one could bail them out. This event is strictly done for charity and all of the proceedings are given to the homeless shelters that are around.

For years many people have been attending silent auctions which really help other individuals who need support. Valuable items are placed on the market for sale and others are allowed to make a bid for these priceless objects. Once again the auction money is given to certain charities. Human beings who have a knack for being fast may want to enter a gift wrapping contest.

The talented gift wrappers pay a few dollars to the mall in order to participate in this wonderful charity. Toys For Tots receives all of the money that is obtained and it is used to purchase toys for the young people who are living in poverty. During the Christmas season college women will obtain money for charity by hosting a kissing booth.




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