Color Run

Overall Cost: $$
Complexity: 3

Set up colored powder stations, get participants to wear white t-shirts, and let the colorful mayhem ensue! If you hold it in a populated area, you’re bound to get intrigued passersby stopping to learn about your cause.

Things to Consider

  • There’s no getting around it — this will be messy.
  • You may have to partner with your city to block off a road for your route, or find a large field available for use.
  • Since this is an outdoor event, try to plan for a summer weekend.

Other Fundraising Ideas

Treasure Hunt

Post clues on social media leading up to the big day, and get teams to participate by following the clues. Apps like Actionbound can also help you create an experience

Pancake Breakfast

Give your community a chance to mingle with a side of breakfast. All you need is mix, toppings, and a cook.

Basketball Tournament

Who doesn’t love a little friendly competition? Throw together a basketball tournament at your local park, rec center or school and get the whole town involved! It can be 3×3,

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