We know that hundreds of millions get raised for cancer fundraising. As a result, there’s plenty of innovations and breakthroughs happening. And with technology speeding up the process, we expect it’ll only accelerate. Still, nonprofit groups and organizations serving cancer patients, families, and the community always need fresh ideas to raise precious dollars. So, in this article, we will give you some fantastic ideas and give a shout-out to The Mesothelioma Center.
The Mesothelioma Center created an excellent resource for cancer patients needing financial aid. So, if you happen to be someone dealing with cancer, know someone who is, or lead an organization supporting the community, the page may serve to offer you some invaluable resources.
Now, let’s get started with the top 5 cancer fundraising ideas for organizations that work in the field of cancer.
1. Shoe Drive Fundraiser
The top idea for cancer fundraising is a shoe drive fundraiser. Why? Among the many, one of the best things about it is that you don’t have to ask for money. Nope. All you do is ask your supporters for gently worn, used and new shoes. So, everyone has a chance to clean out their closets. You then collect them, and then a shoe drive fundraising partner issues you the check. What’s more, there’s a lot of social impact that comes with this cancer fundraising idea.
For starters, groups and organizations working with the cancer community get a chance to raise much-needed funds. Second, you help your community extend the lives of shoes and make a worldwide impact. You earn funds for collected shoes, which get shipped to developing nations. In turn, micro-entrepreneurs help themselves out of poverty by selling the footwear. Finally, you also support jobs in the United States. Want to know more about why shoes matter? Check out this impact page.
2. Teach Yoga to Your Community
As we know, more and more people want to focus on health and wellness. And it’s even more so when you support the cancer community, including cancer survivors. We know 5Ks, 10Ks, and marathons are awesome. But, what about for those who don’t like or can’t run for whatever reason? Well, how about yoga? It’s low impact, but the benefits of yoga are beneficial for anyone willing to strike a pose.
To do a yoga fundraiser, all you need is some space. If you want to do an in-person class or series of classes, find a local school or community center. And if you’re going to do it online, you could live stream it on your Facebook page, for example. All you have to do is get someone who volunteers or charges a small fee to instruct people. And then charge your community to participate in the sessions. To promote, take a look at one of these webinars.
3. Video Game Fundraising
The chances are that someone in your home or that of your family plays video games. Millions of people play video games, and because of it, you have an excellent chance to do some fundraising for a worthy cause. For more detailed information on video game fundraising, make sure to download this free book, Think Fast: Your Quick Gaming Marathon Guide. In it, you’ll understand the details of putting together a gaming fundraiser.
However, in brief, to do a video game fundraiser, all you must do is decide where you’re going to do it. It could happen at a specific location or online. Twitch is an excellent platform for gaming fundraising. Like almost everyone else, gamers want to help raise funds for a good cause, including cancer fundraising. On Twitch, millions of dollars have gotten raised, supporting many organizations and communities to make a significant social difference.
4. Raising Money for Peoples’ Health
As we know, health and wellness are essential. Those with cancer know that more than most. A great way to support cancer fundraising is to promote good health. When it comes to fundraising, it’s a fundraiser for your health! So, in this fundraiser, your champions and community will go to their networks and sell merchandise. However, they won’t be selling any candy, cookie dough, or unhealthy items.
Instead, you task them to sell the care packages you put together (so people have various packages to choose from and purchase). For instance, you could create gift baskets for the beach, travel to the mountains, or vacations. In the gift baskets, you place sunscreen, hand-disinfectant, first aid kits, water bottles, etc. You’re limited only by your imagination. Of course, you could also sell healthy gift baskets full of fruits, nuts, and berries.
5. Plant a Tree for the Environment & Cancer Survivors
You may have heard the news that the Amazon jungle now emits more carbon dioxide than it takes in, which is an ominous development for the environment? Well, what does this have to do with cancer fundraising, you may ask. How about considering a plant a tree fundraiser? As we know from our elementary school education, one of the ways we support climate change efforts is by planting trees. And every tree could get dedicated to a cancer survivor.
You could raise funds for your cancer cause in a few ways. For instance, you could ask people to purchase small saplings and plants to replant in their gardens at home. Alternatively, you could also raise funds for your organization and partner with a group like One Tree Planted. For example, you could do a joint fundraiser to get a tree planted in honor or memory of a cancer survivor.
We hope these fundraising ideas help inspire you for new campaigns and events. And know that you could combine and pair any of these fundraisers together in a single campaign. For example, a shoe drive fundraiser is great if people go to a location to do yoga or buy plants and saplings. You could have a drop-off shoe collection box.
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