Raise Funds and Support School Wellness

Demonstrate your commitment to school wellness with fundraisers that promote student, family and community health. Schools across the nation have demonstrated that the options are endless! Here are some ideas to consider and to help you generate new ideas.

Healthy Foods

Sell nutritious foods instead of cookies, pastries, candies and other non-nutritious items for on-site fundraising activities, such as snack or breakfast carts, after-school sales, concession stands or student stores:

• Fresh and exotic fruits
• Nut, fruit and cheese gift baskets
• Trail mixes and nuts
• Fruit and yogurt parfaits
• Smoothies
• Lunch boxes for auction
• Single-serve containers of flavored milk

Custom Merchandise

Show school spirit with custom merchandise that showcases your school, such as:

• T-shirt and sweatshirts
• Bumper stickers and decals
• Calendars
• Mugs, license plate holders
• Student directories

Non-food Items

Sell items that fill needs for the holidays, gardening, household accessories, and more with items, such as:

• Gift wraps, boxes and bags
• Discount coupon books
• Temporary tattoos
• Plants, garden seeds
• School art or crafts

Traditional and Non-traditional Fundraising Events

Put you own spin on the tried and true or try something new, such as:

• Evening, family café events that feature student talent
• Read-a-thons, spelling bees or other activities that supports academics
• Talent shows
• Walk-a-thons, bike-a-thons, or other activities that support physical activity
• Silent auctions
• Car washes
• Family bingo nights

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