Guided Tours / Open House

Overall Cost: $$
Complexity: 2

Collaborate with a local landmark or venue that isn’t normally open to the public and arrange a day for guided tours. Sell tickets in advance. Also offer concessions.

Things to Consider

  • Can be held anytime of year but if outdoor walking tour, winter may not be the best time.
  • Partner with the landmark or venue.
  • Sell luminaria
  • Publicize your American Cancer Society event.

Other Fundraising Ideas

Halloween Boo Bags

Get in the spooky spirit and offer up some treats instead of tricks! Organize “Boo Baskets” that people can purchase with a donation to be delivered on a specified day

Eating For a Cause

Coordinate with a bar or restaurant to co-host a regular or one-off happy hour or dinner where a portion of the evening’s sales go to your cause.

Smash Room / Dish Smash

Collect old and chipped dishes your community no longer uses and hold a dish smashing event. It’s a wonderful way to let anger out!

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