FUNDRAISE WITH FOOD

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IF YOUR PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATION

is looking to raise money for a local charity, it’s easy to immediately think about

hosting a bingo night or raffle. Instead of going the predictable route,

incorporate the fun of food into your fundraiser, because everyone has to eat!

There are a handful of creative and out-of-the-box ways to sell food. Here are

four of my favorites. 

You’d be surprised that quite a few chain restaurants have

fundraising programs! Below are a few examples.

PARTNER WITH LOCAL RESTAURANTS

Rita’s: You can schedule a day when members of your organization will be

“celebrity scoopers” at your local Ritas. Your organization can earn money in

return.

Applebee’s: Although they are not open for breakfast, Applebee’s offers a

pancake fundraiser during non-operating hours. Customers can pay at the

door and will be served breakfast plates filled with pancakes, sausage and

scrambled eggs by members of your organization.

Friendly's: You can earn a portion of the store’s sales if customers dine with

a voucher created specifically for your event. 

Tired of the predictable bake sale with traditional chocolate chip

cookies and brownies? Add a pop of excitement to your baked goods

with bright colors and complex flavors -- people will be more enticed

to take a took at what you’re selling and make a purchase! Take the

time to get creative by tie-dying icing on cupcakes, baking a patch of

decadent salted caramel pretzel brownies, or shaping cupcakes like

shamrocks in time for St. Patrick’s Day. 

HOLD A NON- TRADITIONAL BAKE SALE

This easy charity event requires minimum preparation and has the

allure of personalization to suit everyone’s tastes. Coordinate a

customizable potato or macaroni and cheese bar complete with chili,

cooked broccoli, sour cream, shredded cheese, bacon bits, chives,

spices and more.

COORDINATE A CUSTOMIZABLE FOOD BAR

Although participants will have to be over 21, an evening of wine

tasting will be very enjoyable for participants looking for a night out

while still making a difference. Try contacting local wineries to see if

they will sponsor the event and provide a variety of wines for

participants to try. It’s also very important to provide light

refreshments, so think about putting together a fruit, nut, cheese, and

cracker plate that will pair well with the wines being served.

WINE TASTING

FUNDRAISE WITH FOOD

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