Fundraising - Strategies for Getting Donations

When initial money is tight, and funds are needed, ittell everyone you know about the car wash.
is time to do some fundraising. Of course, coming upWith the demands on many families, more and more
with the best manner for doing this can be a realhouseholds are looking for house cleaning services.
tough task.Like with car washing, ask friends and family for any
One of the best fundraising ideas is to provideextra supplies they may have around the house or
services that individuals would normally seek. Servicesoffice. If possible, ask school janitors or companies to
such as car washing, house cleaning, babysitting, anddonate extra supplies to start up the effort. Go to
dog walkers are in high demand. In addition, peoplebargain stores to buy cleaning supplies. Most
are more apt to support a good cause when theyimportantly, once a clientele base begins, make sure
seek out such services. With minimal startup coststhe team does the very best they can so that they
and long-term results, providing these services is awill have return customers!
profitable fundraiser. In addition, providing theseAs an added bonus, and if possible, offer dog-walking
services avoids having to pay any fees or salesservices in conjunction with the cleaning services.
percentages associated with organized fundraisers.Take the furry friends out for an hour or two to
To start up a car washing service, the first step is toplay while the rest of the fundraising team cleans the
gather supplies. First ask members of the fundraisinghouse! Bake or buy some dog treats for an extra
team if they or their family have any supplies to bespecial surprise for the dog when he returns home.
donated; buckets, towels, and sponges are some ofFor an added touch to cleaning services, leave a small
the most expensive parts of starting up aplate of cookies on the kitchen counter for the
car-washing endeavor; however, most people havehomeowner's delight!
old items lying around. Buy soap at a discount store,If possible, offer these do it yourself fundraising ideas
and find a visible place that has a hose oras a donation based process-set a small minimum
somewhere with a hose hookup. Advertise thedonations and people are likely to give more. When
service in the days before, if possible. Hand out fliers,advertising, emphasize that it is not for profit, and if
post signs where the car washes will be available, andpossible, disclose what the funds will be used for.