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Get inspired! Read the following fundraising success stories:

Start planning! Consider the following fundraising activities:

• Host a fundraising party.
• Provide a service: house cleaning, car washing, dog sitting, etc.
• Sell a skill or something you do for a hobby: artwork, catering a special meal, servicing computers, etc.

Take action! These next steps will help you get started:

• Discuss your ideas with a mentor, guidance counselor, teacher or someone who can offer you advice.
• Get necessary authorization/permission if you are holding an event at school or in a public location.
• Recruit help.
• Determine how money will be collected.
• Plan how you will advertise or create publicity for your event.
• Mark your calendar for important dates.
• Organize your message – be able to answer questions about the purpose of the program, how you will benefit from attending, etc.
• Gather the materials and resources that you will need.