Christmas Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits

“Christmas is a time for fun, presents and merrymaking. But amongst the hustle and bustle it is also a time when many people try to think of the needs of others, either in their own community or further afield. It’s a great time for some festive Xmas Fundraising Ideas!

Below are some great Festive Fundraisers many of which have been sent in by different non profit groups around the world:

Sell Christmas greenery

If you have access to the raw materials selling Christmas greenery can be a great Christmas Fundraiser.

Mistletoe fundraiser
Remember you should never take or cut from bushes where you do not have permission. If you can find a friendly landowner or farmer however you may be able to find all sorts of bits and pieces that can be sold for Christmas decorations.

These are the commonest items sold but there may be local traditions where you live.

Mistletoe – Its traditional to hang bunches of mistletoe from the ceiling and considered lucky to kiss beneath it.
Holly – A traditional signifier of Christmas. All sorts of different types of holly are available. Needs plenty of berries to make a great decoration.
Ivy – Another easily found Christmas favourite. Long strips make great decorations along banisters or window ledges.
Evergreen Fronds – A very ancient tradition is to take in small branches from evergreens over the holiday period. The idea being the new life of the coming Spring symbolised by the green. Many different evergreens can be used but fir and yew are particularly popular.
You need to sell your greenery quite close to Christmas to keep it fresh. A table at a Christmas Bazaar or in a town centre the week before Christmas is perfect.

You may also be able to sell to bars, shops and clubs.”

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