10 Homecoming Event Fundraisers for Schools

How to Raise Funding by Hosting a Homecoming Event Plus Ideas.

Start the year strong with a homecoming event fundraiser to earn needed funds for your school. Whatever the cause- books, field trips, or general expenses, this is a fun and profitable way to fundraise for your school. Draw inspiration from the following ten homecoming event fundraiser ideas.

Homecoming Event Fundraiser Ideas

Homecoming isn't just for the students anymore- now it's time to raise funds for your school. Take advantage of this particular season with the following ten homecoming event fundraisers.

Homecoming Dance:

Host a homecoming dance. Students can rep school spirit wear, or the dress can be formal.

Pep Rally:

Host a pep rally to amp students, parents, and alums up for the new year. The focus can be on sports teams, clubs, or school spirit.

Field Day:

Plan a field day for your students, which is an excellent way to bond as they start the new year while getting outside and enjoying the fall weather.

Cook Out:

Invite parents and faculty to join the student body for a cookout at the school or a local park.

Scrimmage:

Host a scrimmage game, allowing your school's teams to practice and rile up the crowd before their first game against another school.

Parents Gala:

Give parents a special night out by hosting a gala for adults. Dinner, music, and dancing are all on the docket.

School Spirit Sale:

This is a great time to sell school spirit gear. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, water bottles, and more are great options.

Pizza Day:

Host a pizza day. Sell pizza at lunch, between periods, and before and after school.

Teacher vs. Student Competition:

Host a teacher vs. student competition for a unique event, one-on-one or in teams. Consider eating, athletic, or academic contests.

Walk-a-Thon:

Host a walk-run or bike-a-thon to get your community involved and engaged while raising needed funds for your school.

Homecoming Fundraising FAQs

Below, we answer the most commonly asked questions about homecoming fundraisers.

Why Fundraise During Homecoming?

School spirit is at its highest this time of year. Take advantage of this time by asking community members to support your school.

How Do You Make Money Hosting School Homecoming Events?

Admission fees, raffles, concessions, and direct asks for donations are all ways your school can make money by hosting a school homecoming event.

Should Students Participate in Homecoming Fundraising Events?

Definitely! The more involved, the better, which builds skills, creates confidence, boosts morale, and encourages school spirit. Not to mention, donors are more likely to give when students are the face of the fundraiser.

Author Bio

Clay Boggess has been designing fundraising programs for schools and various nonprofit organizations throughout the US since 1999. He’s helped administrators, teachers, and outside support entities such as PTAs and PTOs raise millions of dollars. Clay is an owner and partner at Big Fundraising Ideas.