What are some ways kids can raise money?
With budgets tightening at school and at home, kids need to be able to raise money for extracurricular activities they enjoy, or to donate toward worthy causes. There are many fun and creative ways to make fund-raising educational and profitable.Bake SalesBake sales are a time-tested fund-raiser, and they don’t have to be boring. To raise money for a trip to a zoo, kids can sell baked goods shaped like animals. Cookies and cakes formed like bears, tigers and monkeys will get buyers’ attention.Talent showsA talent show gives kids a chance to demonstrate their skills as singers, dancers, jugglers, comedians, magicians, skateboarders, and artists to the neighborhood. They can sell tickets at school or in the neighborhood.RecyclingAsk neighbors and families to contribute materials to be recycled. Soda cans and plastics are a good way to start. Recycling bins can be set up at churches and schools to make collection easier. Kids can announce the drive in the school or church bulletin, or use
