What are some good events for fundraisers?

[yunaa]

My work has asked me to organize some sort of fundraiser to give some of the locals a better start to their year. So far I've planned foodbank donations, clothing donations and I was hoping to plan a fundraiser to help buy these things but what kind of events would get attention? Also I work at a spa so any events related to that would be great!

[DJB72]

I worked with a project drilling fresh water wells in Malawi a few years ago. We started an annual tenin bowling competition with the local centre. They gave us use of the lanes at cost - most of the profit comes from the bar anyway - and we made quite a good profit. The event got covered by the local news and the leagues that play at the centre provided players.

Each player was sponsored per point and the kids playing were able to use the bumpers down the sides so everyone got a decent score. We had a cup for the winning team and a shield for the highest individual score.

Great fun and raised enough for several wells in a drought that saved lives.

[SnowedIn]

Krispy Kreme donuts are always good.

For the spa, can you offer a 2 for X mani/pedi special with proceeds going to fundraising?

[DavidRaul]

You can organise something related to food or a game night.

[bowenw]

Car Wash, rummage sale, silent auction, beer & burger night at a pub.

[shortster]

Charity auctions are fun.