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Children’s fundraising ideas

When children learn about fundraising, they're gaining valuable lessons about their community and the benefits of giving back. And with St. Jude, fundraising means supporting pediatric cancer patients and their families worldwide.

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Fun fundraising ideas for kids

 

A carnival-themed event

Throwing a carnival-themed fundraising event can engage and entertain your neighbors and others in your community, all while raising funds for your cause. 

 

Child-led yoga or fitness class

Children have a way of adding creativity and humor to their activities. Consider helping your child host a fitness fundraiser, and include their ideas for making it extra fun. 

 

Character meet-and-greet

Age-appropriate meet-and-greet options could include:

  • Adults dressing as cartoon characters and holding interactive performances for families with young children.
  • Older children dressing as characters to help create a magical experience for younger children.
 

Pancake breakfast event

What better way to start a Saturday than with pancakes (or waffles)? Consider hosting a breakfast-themed fundraising event and having your children help cook, serve, clean up and thank donors for their contributions.

 

Ice cream social

Ask your kids to help scoop up ice cream and provide DIY topping options. For added excitement, try offering entertainment or incorporating a friendly competition.

 

Pet talent show

Host a pet talent show where children and their parents show off their furry friends’ creative and unique abilities. 

 

Stargazing night

For an educational and cost-effective way to raise money, try hosting a stargazing fundraiser. Lay out blankets, make a constellation-themed scavenger hunt, consider providing a small snack and let the sky take care of the rest.

 
 

Join these rock-star kids and their fundraising efforts

 
Friends Addy and CJ share a hug and smile.

Addy and CJ dance for cancer

Learn how these two sixth-grade best friends brought their community together through fundraising and dance.

 
11-year-old St. Jude supporter Sawyer Hansen in swimming pool

Sawyer makes a big splash

Check out Sawyer's six-year (and counting) fundraising effort, collecting donations by swimming one-hour laps for St. Jude.

 
 

Need more information about fundraising?

See Our Fundraising Guide

 
 

Why should I fundraise for St. Jude? 

Every child deserves a chance to live their best life and celebrate every moment. When you support St. Jude, you can help make cures possible for kids with cancer. Together, we can save more lives.

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