Group Charity Fundraiser Planning
Plan and run a small fundraiser for a cause your child cares about — learning project management, teamwork, and social responsibility.
What You'll Need
- 1Supplies for chosen fundraiser (baking ingredients, lemonade supplies, etc.)
- 2Poster board and markers for signs
- 3Cash box or jar for donations
- 4Table and chairs for setup
What You'll Need
Supplies for your chosen fundraiser (baking ingredients, lemonade, craft supplies)
Poster board and markers for advertising signs
A cash box or jar for collecting donations
A table and chairs for setup
How to Play
Start with passion: "What do you care about? Animals? The environment? Hungry families?"
Research the cause together. Understanding the need makes the effort meaningful.
Plan the fundraiser: bake sale, lemonade stand, car wash, or talent show.
Assign responsibilities: one person makes signs, another bakes, another handles money.
Set a concrete goal: "Let's raise $50 for the animal shelter!"
Run the fundraiser. Invite friends, family, and neighbors to participate.
Count the money together, make the donation, and celebrate: "We made a real difference."
Why It Works
A fundraiser is real-world project management that matters. Kids learn planning (what do we need?), marketing (how do we tell people?), teamwork (who does what?), math (pricing, counting money), and social interaction (talking to customers). But the deepest learning is about agency — the understanding that they can identify a problem and actually do something about it. That sense of efficacy is transformative for tweens who are starting to notice injustice in the world.
Tips
Keep it small and achievable. A $50 goal is better than a $500 one that leads to disappointment.
Let your child lead the planning. Offer guidance, but don't take over.
Document the experience with photos and share it with the charity. They often send thank-you responses that mean the world.
Make it social: invite friends to help run the fundraiser. Shared purpose builds deep friendships.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this activity take?
This activity takes about 90 min, with 30 min of preparation time beforehand.
What materials do I need?
You'll need: supplies for chosen fundraiser (baking ingredients, lemonade supplies, etc.), poster board and markers for signs, cash box or jar for donations, table and chairs for setup.
What age is this activity for?
This activity is designed for 8-12 years. You can adapt it for younger or older children by adjusting the complexity.
Can this be done indoors or outdoors?
This activity works great both indoors and outdoors, giving you flexibility based on the weather or your space.
How difficult is this activity?
This is a more challenging activity that may require advance preparation, special materials, or closer supervision. The extra effort is worth it for the learning experience!
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