2023 Halloween Fundraising Ideas

Posted by Emily Clare on 30 August 2023

Halloween is a time of year when people come together to celebrate all things spooky and fun. It is also an excellent opportunity for charities to raise much-needed funds and awareness for their causes. 

Halloween fundraising events can take many forms, from trick-or-treating for charity to haunted house fundraisers. These events provide a fun and engaging way for people to support a good cause and help charities and nonprofits connect with their communities and build relationships. 

Want to know how you can incorporate some scary fun into your fundraising strategy with Givergy? Keep reading if you dare…

Why Is Halloween A Good Opportunity To Raise Money?

Halloween fundraising events offer a range of benefits for charities. Firstly, they provide an opportunity to raise awareness about the charity and its mission. By participating in a Halloween fundraising event, people learn about the charity’s work and its impact on the community. Halloween fundraising events also allow charities to engage with their communities in a fun and interactive way. By hosting events such as haunted houses or costume contests, charities can create a sense of excitement and bring people together. 

Lastly, Halloween fundraising drives are an enjoyable way to raise funds. 

Halloween Fundraising Ideas

1. Trick-or-treat for charity

This is a fun take on the tradition of collecting sweet treats and allows a different approach to normal donations. By linking a pledge drive into a themed approach either in the room or online, donors are more likely to want to take part.

You can also use the approach in many settings, from organised events to daily operations in your charitable sites. 

2. Halloween costume contest 

A costume contest is a fun way to add a new spin to a live fundraising event. As well as raising money through ticketing and donations, you are incorporating a fun theme that people will not be able to resist attending to see for themselves.

3. Spooky Themed Auction

Everyone loves an action, especially when it is themed! Ensure that you have some spooky lots to fill your silent auctions or live auctions that will let people get excited by the theme. 

4. Plan a Pumpkin Carving or Decorating Contest

Pumpkin carving is a beloved Halloween tradition, and nonprofits can leverage this activity to raise funds. By organising a pumpkin carving or decorating contest, charitable causes can engage with their community which offers benefits that extend past the holiday season.

5. Host a Halloween-themed Bake Sale or Food Festival

Food is an integral part of any celebration, and Halloween is no exception. Organising a Halloween-themed bake sale or food festival to raise funds and provide participants with delicious treats is a great idea. Food and fun, who can really resist that?!

Eliminate Scary Fundraising Mistakes With Givergy!

Halloween presents a unique and exciting opportunity for charities and nonprofits to engage with their supporters and raise funds in a fun and spooky way. By organising Halloween-themed fundraisers such as haunted houses, costume contests, pumpkin carving contests, bake sales, trick-or-treat fundraisers, or scavenger hunts, organisations can tap into the festive spirit of the season and create memorable experiences for their donors and participants.

So this Halloween, don’t miss out on the opportunity to have some spooky fun while raising money for your worthy cause! Get in touch with us to start planning your next event today.

Emily Clare

Campaign Success Team Manager – North America

Emily is an experienced and passionate fundraising and events consultant, working with and supporting clients on their special events and fundraising campaigns all over the world.