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Christmas fundraising ideas

Christmas is the perfect time to embrace the generous holiday spirit. Impress your supporters with simple fundraising ideas for the holidays that are fun, festive, and sure to help you make an impact.

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Hot chocolate stall


Set up a cozy drink stand to warm up your community! Offer coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and an array of syrups and toppings for an added fee. Don’t forget the marshmallows!

Make it easy for supporters to pay as they order with scan-to-donate, Venmo, and other seamless options.
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Home decor workshop


Charge a registration fee and provide materials for attendees to create their own home decor. Selecting seasonal DIY projects—such as holiday wreaths or pumpkin painting—is a great way to draw a larger crowd. Take this event to the next level by turning it into a competition! Once all projects are completed, attendees can donate to vote for who should be crowned winner.
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DIY gingerbread house kits


Make holiday magic easy for families by preparing gingerbread house kits they can buy for a small cost that supports your cause. Offer kits with larger houses or extra decorations for added fun and funds, which you can highlight in your custom your donation forms.
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Holiday cookie sale


Whip up some sweet treats to sell at your next fundraising event, group gathering, or around town. Consider setting up a station for supporters to decorate their own cookies or create kits for families to bring home in exchange for a donation.

Streamline the buying process with scan-to-donate—which guest can use to make their payment instantly right from their phones!
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Holiday market

Ring in the festive season with your own holiday market. Invite stallholders to participate for a small fee and raise funds through selling refreshments, merch, and game tickets.

Use engaging fundraising event features to make it an enjoyable experience for all—with easy online ticket sales, on-the-spot donations, and more.
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Sledding course

Embrace the winter wonderland and assemble your own sledding course for all to enjoy. Encourage participants to bring their own sleds and contribute to your cause in exchange for a thrilling ride. Simplify donations with scan-to-donate and raise additional funds by selling cozy treats like hot chocolate or soup.
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Holiday movie marathon

Create a lineup of classic holiday movies for a community movie marathon. Sell tickets, popcorn, hot chocolate, and other treats to create a delightful (and profitable!) experience. 

With user-friendly fundraising event features for online ticket sales and in-person donations, organizing this event can be as easy as hitting play on your favorite festive film.
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Gift basket auction

Go big with your silent auction baskets! Ask local businesses to donate goods to help you fill hampers with items that fit different themes. Wrap them up nicely to entice bidders and bring in more dollars for your cause. 
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Frequently asked questions

The most popular fundraising ideas around Christmas and the holiday season usually involve making or selling festive items, like cookies and baked goods, wreaths, and decor.

Raising money around Christmas time can be especially successful with larger-scale events. Some of the most profitable ideas include hosting a holiday market, silent auction, or gift-wrapping stations in high-traffic areas like schools, malls, and other community spaces.

Make sure you plan your Xmas fundraising ideas at least 3-4 months ahead of the holiday season. Your fundraising efforts should include recruiting staff and volunteers to help, setting clear goals, and checking everything off your event planning checklist.

Leading up to your Christmas-themed fundraisers, promote them through multiple channels, including social media, local media, and community boards. You could also partner with local restaurants or businesses for even more visibility!

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