How to Start a Bowling Fundraiser

Whether you are attempting to raise money for a charitable cause or for an organization you are a member of, hosting a bowling fundraiser is an excellent way to earn money for your cause. Bowling fundraisers can draw a substantial amount of money for a cause because of the widespread appeal of bowling from every age range.

Instructions

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      Secure lanes for the fundraiser. Speak with a local bowling alley and select a date when you can rent the lanes that is far enough away to properly plan and promote. Lanes may be available for a straight fee, or for a portion of the money raised.

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      Choose a style for the bowling fundraiser. There are two main styles of fundraisers which can be used to bring in money. The first is a simple bowling outing, with participants paying a set fee to rent a lane during the fundraiser. A second option is a bowling marathon, in which players raise money by getting others to sponsor their efforts, with people pledging a certain amount per frame bowled or a certain amount per pin.

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      Acquire rewards for participation, which will greatly increase the appeal of your event. Rewards can be handed out for accomplishments, such as high games or bowling the first turkey, or can be used as prizes in additional fundraising efforts, such as raffles.

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      Consider using games and contests in addition to bowling to make the event more appealing. Encouraging attendees to wear a wacky costume, and awarding a prize to the best costume, is one such way to draw attention to the event.

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      Promote the event several weeks before it is held to give maximum time for potential attendees to hear about it and make plans to attend. Hanging fliers at the lanes will allow bowlers to see about your event. If the event is a school-related or office-related fundraiser, announcing the event with morning announcements or send out a memo to ensure everyone in the building knows about it.