Welcome to Humane Fundraising!

This site contains hundreds of ideas, tips and themes for fundraising, designed specifically for animal rescues. If you have ever thought about hosting a fundraiser to raise money for animals, you've come to the right place!

This site is created and dedicated to all the animal rescues, humane society volunteers and others who give their all to help homeless animals. Come on in and be rejuvenated as we put the FUN back into FUNdraising... all for the sake of rescued animals.

 

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April 5, 2009

Yappy Hour Social Events

Yappy Hour Social Events and Meet N Sniff Parties are quite the rage in many urban areas. If your area does not have this type of pet-filled frivolity currently scheduled, it’s time you got your group in on the action! More

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March 11, 2009

Thank A Thon

Do your donors know that they are the lifeline of your group’s mission? Do you show them your appreciation, or simply let them feel as if they are an ATM? It might be time to host a Thank A Thon event! More

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December 15, 2008

Kitten or Puppy Shower

Feeling the financial pinch during puppy or kitten season? Host a baby shower for your new litters to bring in some donations, highlight spay/ neuter programs, bring in foster families, and encourage adoptions of older pets to make room for the new babies.! More

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September 18, 2008

Roadblock

stopIf you feel like you’ve hit the proverbial ‘roadblock’ in your fundraising ideas, perhaps it’s time to schedule a real Roadblock! More

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September 15, 2008

Exam Care Packages

Looking for a fundraiser for a college town? This idea really takes the cake… or Ramen noodles! Sell exam care packages for college students, which will be delivered to the student during exam week! What a great gift from parents or friends! More

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May 13, 2008

Gingerbread House Building Competition

Gingerbread ManA time-honored tradition for many families at Christmas is making a gingerbread house. Turn the tables on this tradition, and create a gingerbread DOGhouse building competition that allows people of all ages to work together to create a masterpiece fit for judging! Think of a Food Network competition, but with a pet twist. Whether you turn this competition into an exclusive event all its own, or pair it with another holiday festival or charity auction, a gingerbread house building competition can bring great exposure for your nonprofit group while raising money for rescued animals! More

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May 1, 2008

Keep the Ball in Your Court

Ever have someone show interest in your nonprofit, only to see them walk away stuffing your business card deep into their purse or pocket? Think they’re going to call you? Why not change the scenario?! More

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April 15, 2008

Touch A Truck

firetruck.jpgLooking for a fundraising event that will bring out the whole family? Try a Touch a Truck event and turn it into a community-wide fundraiser benefiting your animal rescue group! More

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April 13, 2008

Trail Ride Scavenger Hunt

hiking_trail.jpgTrail Rides are a fantastic opportunity to bring horse lovers from around the local area to an event that supports rescued horses, and celebrates these magnificent animals. But, are your trail rides becoming routine, or possibly even boring? Gasp! Is it just the same old, same old each time? Shake things up a bit, and turn your snooze ride into an exciting Scavenger Hunt that will thrill riders of every age! More

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April 1, 2008

The Arthur L. and Elaine V. Johnson Foundation

The Arthur L. and Elaine V. Johnson Foundation More

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