Fundraising Tips

Here are some simple ways to start fundraising.
Reach out if you want to talk more about your specific fundraising needs.

Celebration Donations

In lieu of receiving gifts at celebrations such as birthday, wedding or Christmas, you could ask for a donation to be made to Variety KC instead.

Workplace Gift Matching

Many companies offer to match donations or fundraising of staff members for approved charities like Variety KC. Why not approach your company or another local company to ask if they would consider making a commitment to gift match what you raise.

Community Fundraising

There are all sorts of ways you can fundraise within your community. You can have collection boxes in local stores, community bbq’s and bake sales, garage sale or carwash. Be sure to seek the required permission from land owners and council (where necessary).

Workplace Events

Many companies offer to match donations or fundraising of staff members for approved charities like Variety. Why not approach your company or another local company to ask if they would consider making a commitment to gift match what you raise.

Cause Related Marketing

You can negotiate with your employer or one of your local businesses to run a special promotion to drive sales or business leads, while at the same time raising funds for Variety. For example, 50 cents from every cup of coffee sold during August, or 20% of the cost price of a product donated to Variety KC.