Archive | April, 2005

Introduction to Event Fundraisers

Posted on 24 April 2005

Fundraising Events are great ways to raise money for charity. These include auctions, dinners, and more. Here are some of the advantages about events: No door to door selling of products Profit potential is high Can appeal to a wide audience Raise awareness for the cause They can be lots of fun! Event fundraisers can […]

Valentines-N-Vegas Casino Night Fundraiser

Posted on 24 April 2005

On February 12, 2005 the Business and Professional Women of Wichita Falls, Texas held its First Annual Valentines-N-Vegas Casino Fundraiser. Each year the Wichita Falls Chapter of Business and Professional Women awards scholarships to women who want to better their lives by deciding to go back to college. The proceeds from the Valentines-N-Vegas event benefited […]

Car Wash Fundraiser

Posted on 24 April 2005

Car washes are one of the most popular small fundraisers. They can be a good fast fundraiser for groups who don’t have time to spend planning big events. There is also little cost required to put on the car wash. You just need to make sure there’s plenty of supplies. You need workers with lots […]

Susan G. Komen 3-day Walk

Posted on 22 April 2005

Go the distance in the fight against breast cancer at a 3-day walk. This event is being held in selected cities across the US. Net proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation to fund breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment programs, as well as the National Philanthropic Trust, to provide a special […]

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

Posted on 22 April 2005

The Race for the Cure is the largest series of 5K (3.1 mile) runs/fitness walks in the world. Over 100 races are held across the United States, Germany and Italy. Proceeds benefit Breast Cancer Research. Find a race near you

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training

Posted on 22 April 2005

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training (TNT) is the world’s largest endurance sports training program. You will train with professional coaches in order to complete a marathon, half marathon, cycling event or triathalon. In exchange for training and travel, you raise money for the Society. Funds go toward medical research to find a […]

Canadian Run Walk Events – Find an Event in Canada

Posted on 22 April 2005

There are several charitable organizations in Canada that sponsor marathons, 5Ks, relays and other athletic fundraising events. Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life Canadian Diabetes Association (Marathon) Search for More Events in Canada

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