Proven fundraising ideas for every organization
Looking for fundraising ideas? Explore our curated list of events, golf outings, peer-to-peer campaigns, and more. Filter by organization types and GiveSmart fundraising features to see what can best drive impact at your nonprofit organization.

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Associations Donations Instant BuysAngel Tree
Space Coast Association of Realtors
The angel tree is an easy way for you to fulfill Christmas wishes for children in need. In 3 easy…
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Arts And Culture Raffles TicketingAnnual Gala
Virginia Stage Company
Our Annual Gala celebrates the incredible work, art, and beauty VSC brings to the Hampton Roads area year after year.
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Human Services DonationsBloomfest
Easter Seals Oregon
A 35-year-old Spring tradition that brings the joy of tulips to thousands across Oregon while also raising funds to make…
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Animal And Conservation Raffles TicketingBmore Humane Race Ready
Baltimore Humane Society
Stay active, energized, and engaged in our virtual 5k.
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Healthcare And Research Raffles TicketingCafe
Waukesha Free Clinic
Cafe Waukesha Free Clinic is hosting a celebratory brunch for the Mothers and Nurses who support our clinic.
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Human Services Auctions Donations Raffles Ticketing VotingCelebrity Waiters Event
Meals on Wheels New Mexico
Celebrity Waiters is one of the most successful, zaniest, over-the-top charity events in New Mexico. Its success is about organized…
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K 12 Schools And Higher Education Auctions Instant BuysDancing with the Stars
Faithful Shepherd Catholic School
Support our school and vote for your favorite dancers, buy cocktail kits to go, or bid on our auction.
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Animal And Conservation Auctions TicketingDoglegs, Birdies & Eagles: Bidding Fore Good
Pasadena Humane
This year’s event offers an array of exciting items you can bid on from the safe shelter of your home…
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K 12 Schools And Higher Education Auctions Donations Instant Buys TicketingDr. Pat Kirby Golf Outing
Westminster College
Known by many as “Mr. Westminster,” Dr. Pat Kirby was a beloved and long-time College staff member known for his…
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Arts And Culture Auctions Donations TicketingFall Banquet and Auction
Montana Natural History Center
Join the Montana Natural History Center for an evening of food, drinks, music, and fun to support and celebrate MNHC’s…
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Civic And Social Donations Raffles TicketingGenerations of Generosity
United Way of The Cape Fear Area
” Since the Community Chest was established, our organization has been supported by the kindness and courage those who would…
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Human Services DonationsGift Drives Event
Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation
Donations of new, unused items help equip children, teens, adults receiving care at Rogers with a variety of items to…
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Human Services Donations Peer To PeerGive for a Better Day
Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation
Hosting a fundraising event on behalf of Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation is a powerful way to support individuals and families…
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Human Services Donations Peer To PeerHope Parade Event
ICU Baby
Join ICU baby’s fifth annual Hope Parade. Enjoy a family friendly day with activities for all ages and choose between…
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K 12 Schools And Higher Education Auctions Donations TicketingIgniting our Mission
Fordham Preparatory School
Proceeds from our event will benefit faculty professional development to carry forward the Prep’s mission of leading our students in…
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Youth Services Auctions Donations Raffles TicketingIn Bloom Gala & Auction
Scholarship Fund of Alexandria
Do good while having a good time! Buy a ticket or join our Honor Roll of Giving as a sponsor…
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Youth Services Auctions Donations Raffles TicketingLive Like Sam Gala
Live Like Sam Foundation
Enjoy an evening of incredible food, craft drinks, music, a photo booth, great company, and dancing, all while supporting Live…
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K 12 Schools And Higher Education Auctions Donations Raffles TicketingMix Tapes, Melodies, and VHS Vibes
St. Philip Neri School
This exciting evening will bring together our community for a night of fun, nostalgia, and generosity – all in support…
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Human Services Donations Peer To PeerPedal for Autism
The Kelberman Center
With 1 in 31 children in the United States currently diagnosed with autism, the need for services for children, adults,…
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Human Services
Donations Instant BuysPlant Joy
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Charlotte
Adopt a sunflower to PLANT JOY for RMHC of GC families! Sunflowers adopted in honor of a friend or loved…
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K 12 Schools And Higher Education Donations Peer To PeerRead-a-Thon
Burlingame Community Education Foundation
The BCE Read-a-thon promotes literacy and a lifelong love of reading while raising much-needed funds for our Burlingame TK -…
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Human Services Auctions Donations Peer To PeerRock & Roll for a Cause
Operation Freedom Paws
We empower veterans, first responders, children and non-veterans with disabilities to restore their freedom of life by teaching them to…
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Human Services Auctions Donations Raffles TicketingRogers Golf Outing
Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation
Thank you for joining us in support of the Fire Watch virtual intensive outpatient program designed to support the mental…
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Arts And Culture
Auctions Donations TicketingSapphire Soiree
Women & Their Work
Sapphire Soiree is the monumental 45th anniversary celebration for Women & Their Work. This year’s highly anticipated bash encourages guests…
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Human Services Donations RafflesShake, Raffle, & Roll
The Baltimore Station
Help homeless veterans by contributing to our fundraising efforts. No act of generosity is too small to make a difference.
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Human Services Auctions Donations Instant Buys TicketingSpring Gala
Westchester Institute for Human Development
“Westchester Institute for Human Development’s 2025 Annual Gala, celebrated 75 years of providing dignity and equity for people with disabilities…
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Human Services Auctions Donations TicketingSummer Social
Special Olympics New York
Special Olympics New York provides inclusive opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities to compete in Olympic-style, coached sports. To stay…
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Healthcare And Research Donations Peer To PeerSwim a Mile, Move a Mile
Women's Cancer Research Center
The Swim A Mile | Move A Mile for Women with Cancer is a fun and inspiring annual event whose…
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Animal And Conservation Auctions Donations TicketingThe Purr Ball
For the Love of Cats
This elegant black tie optional evening features a decadent seated dinner, open bar, and a night of live entertainment by…
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Youth Services Auctions Donations Instant Buys Raffles TicketingUplifiting Voices
Voices for Children
Join Voices for Children for an inspiring afternoon dedicated to uplifting the voices of children in foster care. Enjoy light…
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Human Services DonationsUplift Black Menstruators
The Pad Project
Black menstrual equity activists and non-profit organizations are typically overlooked in the mainstream white period equity space. We have worked…
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Arts And Culture Auctions Donations Raffles TicketingWine and Dine
Wyoming Symphony Orchestra
You can choose to Wine and Dine in alone or gather with family, friends or colleagues for an evening together…

