G'day all,
Astro clubs, like any volunteer organisation, often want more funds to invest in various infrastructure and activities for their members than they actually have.
I wondered if people could post their ideas on how to raise funds for volunteer organisations.
I've heard of some methods which people say "never again!" - like selling chocolates and lammingtons which apparently earn very little income for the effort involved, and running a fairly floss store at a local fete which is apparently an awfully sticky and un-rewarding job!
Government grants seem to be hard to come by for a volunteer organisation who isn't involved in medical research, saving the environment, enriching indigenous communities, etc.
To be honest I don't have a lot of worthwhile ideas, hence the question. Most of my ideas draw upon the club members directly to contribute money which is less than desirable as they already pay for membership as such doing their bit. But I'd start with the few I do know of:
- Holding public viewing nights and charging entry.
- Fundraiser movie screening nights
- Raffles at club events
- Selling club merchandise to members
Please post your suggestions!
Thanks,
Roger.
Fundraising Ideas
