16. Charity Golf Tournament
Secure a course partnership, recruit sponsors, and sell team registrations.
17. Spring Fling Dance
Sell tickets and concessions for a school or community dance event.
18. “May the Fourth” Costume Competition (May 4)
Host a themed costume contest inspired by Star Wars Day. Award prizes for creativity and top fundraisers.
19. Mother’s Day Brunch
Sell tickets for a celebratory brunch. Offer VIP seating and raffle prizes.
20. Memorial Day Barbecue
Host a community BBQ fundraiser around Memorial Day with plate sales and raffles.
21. Movie in the Park
Partner with a local business to show a family-friendly film outdoors. Add concessions and sponsorships.
22. Lawn Care for a Cause
Offer mowing and yard cleanup in exchange for donations.
23. Car Wash Fundraiser
Choose a busy Saturday location and promote heavily two weeks in advance.
24. Petting Zoo Event
Partner with a local farm or petting zoo and split ticket proceeds.
25. Plant or Produce Sale
Sell starter plants, flowers, or fresh produce through local grower partnerships.
26. Rubber Duck Race
Sell rubber ducks and host a float race in a local waterway (with proper permits and cleanup crew!).
27. Spring Art Contest
Charge entry fees and allow community members to “vote” with donations.
28. Spring Recipe Cookbook
Compile community recipes into print and digital formats for sale.
29. Talent Show
Sell tickets and concessions. Use online SignUps to coordinate performers and volunteers.
30. Community Field Day Fundraiser
Turn classic outdoor games into a high-energy, family-friendly fundraiser! Host a Community Field Day with rotating activity stations like relay races, tug-of-war, obstacle courses, water balloon toss, and giant lawn games.
Planning Tips to Raise More (Without Burning Out Volunteers)
✔ Use online volunteer scheduling instead of paper sheets
✔ Collect payments digitally whenever possible
✔ Secure 2–3 local sponsors for larger events
✔ Promote on social media + email at least 3 weeks out
✔ Offer early-bird pricing for ticketed events
✔ Send automatic reminders to reduce no-shows
The goal? Less chaos. More funds. More fun. ✨
❓ FAQs About Spring Fundraisers
Q: What is the most profitable Spring fundraiser?
A: Spring carnivals, charity runs, and golf tournaments typically generate the highest revenue due to ticket sales, sponsorships, and concessions.
Q: How far in advance should we plan a Spring fundraiser?
A: Start planning 6–8 weeks in advance for small events and 3–4 months ahead for large community fundraisers.
Q: What are easy Spring fundraiser ideas for schools?
A: Car washes, concession stands, walk-a-thons, talent shows, and garage sales are simple, low-cost options.
Q: How can we raise money without selling products?
A: Host experience-based events like runs, pet parades, cookoffs, or ticketed dinners that rely on entry fees and sponsorships instead of product sales.
Q: How do we get sponsors for Spring fundraisers?
A: Offer logo placement on signage, social posts, event programs, and email promotions in exchange for donations or in-kind support.
Q: Can online SignUps really improve fundraiser turnout?
A: Yes. Online scheduling, automatic reminders, and shareable links reduce confusion, increase volunteer participation, and improve event attendance.
Spring is short — but fundraising momentum doesn’t have to be. 🌸 Pick your favorite idea, gather your helpers, and let’s raise those funds with less stress and more smiles.
Need help organizing volunteers or managing time slots? That’s what SignUp is here for. 💙
