20+ Quirky Fundraising Ideas for Clubs

Raising money for your club doesn’t have to be boring! Spice up your fundraising efforts with these fun and quirky ideas that will not only bring in donations but also engage your community and make your event memorable. Here are over 20 creative fundraising ideas to get started:

1. Silent Disco

Host a silent disco where participants wear wireless headphones to dance to music that only they can hear. Charge an entry fee and add extra features like themed costumes or glow-in-the-dark accessories.

2. Pet Costume Contest

Invite pet owners to dress up their furry friends for a fun costume contest. Charge an entry fee for participants and spectators, and offer quirky prizes for categories like “Funniest” or “Most Creative.”

3. Upside-Down Day

Flip things around by having an “Upside-Down Day” where everything is done backward. Sell tickets to the event, where attendees walk backward, wear clothes inside out, and enjoy reverse meals (dessert first!).

4. Car Smash

Set up a safe area with an old, donated car, and let people pay to take swings at it with a sledgehammer. It’s a great stress reliever and brings in donations quickly.

5. Duct Tape Challenge

Sell duct tape strips and let participants tape a volunteer or teacher to the wall! See how long the person can stay “stuck” and offer a prize for the person who buys the longest-lasting strip.

6. Mini Golf Tournament

Transform your club or local space into a quirky mini-golf course with homemade obstacles. Charge for entry and offer prizes for the best scores or most creative putt.

7. Karaoke Night

Host a karaoke night with a twist. Charge an entry fee and let participants sing their hearts out. Add funny challenges, like having singers perform in silly costumes or swap songs last minute.

8. Murder Mystery Party

Organize a murder mystery dinner or party where participants play characters and solve clues to find the "murderer." Sell tickets to the event and encourage participants to dress up in themed costumes.

9. Odd Jobs Auction

Get club members to offer their services for odd jobs such as pet sitting, car washing, or lawn mowing. Hold an auction where attendees can bid on these services, with all proceeds going to the club.

10. Talent Show with a Twist

Host a talent show where participants are given random or unusual challenges like juggling vegetables or performing dance moves, they’ve never tried before. Charge for entry and add audience voting for extra donations.

 

11. Giant Game Night

Set up oversized versions of popular games like Jenga, Connect Four, and chess. Charge for entry and have attendees compete in teams, with prizes for the winners.

12. Lip Sync Battle

Host a lip-sync competition where participants impersonate famous artists or perform hilarious routines. Charge a participation fee and allow the audience to vote for their favorite performance with donations.

13. Pajama Party

Organize a pajama party fundraiser where people come dressed in their most outrageous sleepwear. Charge for entry and host pillow fights, movie marathons, and sleepover games.

14. Extreme Makeover Challenge

Get volunteers to have crazy makeovers done by club members, such as wild hair colors, funky face paint, or outrageous fashion styles. People can donate to vote on which makeover happens next.

15. Guess the Baby Photo

Ask club members to submit baby photos and create a guessing game where participants pay to guess which photo matches which member. Offer fun prizes for the best guessers.

16. Quirky Auction

Hold an auction of odd or unusual items, such as giant teddy bears, handmade crafts, or bizarre collectibles. The quirkier the item, the more interest you’ll generate!

17. Scavenger Hunt

Organize a themed scavenger hunt where participants solve quirky clues and complete funny tasks around the area. Charge a participation fee and offer a grand prize for the winning team.

 

18. Wacky Fashion Show

Host a fashion show featuring club members modeling outlandish outfits made from unusual materials, like duct tape, recycled paper, or plastic bags. Sell tickets to the event and allow the audience to vote for their favorite looks.

19. Pie in the Face Challenge

Have club members or local celebrities volunteer to get a pie in the face. Sell tickets for participants to throw pies, or auction off the opportunity for one lucky person to deliver the first pie.

20. Escape Room

Create your own quirky escape room with a theme (e.g., "Zombie Apocalypse" or "Alien Invasion"). Participants pay to enter, and teams compete to solve puzzles and escape within a time limit.

21. Glow-in-the-Dark Run

Organize a nighttime run where participants wear glow-in-the-dark accessories or paint. Charge a registration fee and offer prizes for the best costumes or the fastest runners.

22. Virtual Reality Game Night

Host a virtual reality (VR) game night where participants can try out fun VR games and experiences. Charge for entry and allow people to compete for high scores or prizes.

By using these quirky fundraising ideas, your club can raise money in a fun and engaging way that will keep participants entertained and excited to support your cause!