{"id":16468,"date":"2019-11-22T16:32:51","date_gmt":"2019-11-22T21:32:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/?p=16468"},"modified":"2024-09-23T19:05:50","modified_gmt":"2024-09-23T23:05:50","slug":"event-ideas-winter-fundraising","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/","title":{"rendered":"30+ Jolly Winter Fundraising Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For fundraisers, winter is a time of both prosperity and stress. Between the December donation rush and planning for the new year, it\u2019s easy to <em>freeze <\/em>(get it?) fundraising events during the winter. But fundraising events are a great way to keep donations coming in after the holidays. Try to make time for winter fundraisers this year to start your new year off on a good note.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"hs-cta-embed hs-cta-simple-placeholder hs-cta-embed-162038665865\"\n  style=\"max-width:100%; max-height:100%; width:750px;height:225px\" data-hubspot-wrapper-cta-id=\"162038665865\"><br \/>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com\/web-interactives\/public\/v1\/track\/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLLgp0CFYSjGYn%2BUfwhE9WbvDykCE1SSist5WYlzLsx5FwMc4aXCQPd46plA4UZETOydrhavKvADkZTcBWVPbcMXKBIQCmIMuRNMFCgCBQuY5rFQ%2BuM7xJbR%2BNjaixEXNxoAwrRps48UR7qsrWb1HgwGlbaMSi5i%2BHYwbqjjKrtpFHB3AsM9fWaQv%2B4%3D&#038;webInteractiveContentId=162038665865&#038;portalId=8356283\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><br \/>\n    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"CTA - Get the Ultimate Event Guide! Download now \" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/8356283\/interactive-162038665865.png\" style=\"height: 100%; width: 100%; object-fit: fill\"\n      onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" \/><br \/>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s some great winter fundraising ideas to help you raise money during the cold winter months:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#December\">Winter fundraising ideas for December<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#January\">Winter fundraising ideas for January<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#February\">Winter fundraising ideas for February<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#outdoor\">Outdoor winter fundraising ideas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#indoor\">Indoor winter fundraising ideas<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#FAQs\">FAQs for winter fundraisers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"December\">Winter fundraising ideas for December<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out these winter fundraising ideas for December:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Christmas tree sale<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Selling Christmas trees is a classic and effective fundraising idea. Partner with a local tree farm to get trees at a discount and sell them to your community. Set up a cozy lot with festive decorations, hot cocoa stands, and holiday music to enhance the experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Gingerbread house competition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Host a gingerbread house competition where participants pay an entry fee to showcase their creative skills. Offer prizes for categories like &#8220;Most Creative,&#8221; &#8220;Best Use of Candy,&#8221; and &#8220;Best Overall Design.&#8221; Encourage families and friends to join, making it a fun and engaging event for all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Build-a-Menorah<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrate Hanukkah by organizing a &#8220;Build-a-Menorah&#8221; event. Provide participants with materials to create their own menorahs, which they can take home. Charge a participation fee and offer workshops on the significance of each candle in the menorah.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Dreidel fundraiser<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A dreidel fundraiser is a fun and interactive way to celebrate Hanukkah while raising funds. Participants donate to join the game, and winners receive prizes. Consider hosting a dreidel spinning contest and other related activities to add more excitement to the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Kwanzaa potluck<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Organize a Kwanzaa potluck to bring the community together and celebrate this cultural holiday. Ask attendees to bring a dish representing the seven principles of Kwanzaa and charge a small fee for entry. Use the event to educate people about Kwanzaa&#8217;s significance and promote unity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Kinara candle making<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Host a kinara candle-making workshop where participants can create their own Kwanzaa candles. Charge a participation fee and provide all necessary materials. This hands-on activity encourages creativity and allows attendees to take home a meaningful keepsake.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"hs-cta-embed hs-cta-simple-placeholder hs-cta-embed-162047699050\"\n  style=\"max-width:100%; max-height:100%; width:750px;height:225px\" data-hubspot-wrapper-cta-id=\"162047699050\"><br \/>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com\/web-interactives\/public\/v1\/track\/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLIR4zJJqPvpvaj7QN45Abf%2FA0oUIvqlF2Exk9RQRpLLZ5uZ%2FZLsN9RqrGJe7SdSR0tTsbqB04%2FPQQ1cweeOwPM6ORSM3oOK5M0b%2FVvz%2Bkd1CvgBKdOBekMbEHPbDeJrHbKTFsIphm3zHpVp9AseTas0pd9mTHSyv%2Bz8eqK27MJBNZBdSjISCIChFr09xKp98Q%3D%3D&#038;webInteractiveContentId=162047699050&#038;portalId=8356283\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><br \/>\n    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/8356283\/interactive-162047699050.png\" style=\"height: 100%; width: 100%; object-fit: fill\"\n      onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" \/><br \/>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"January\">Winter fundraising ideas for January<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few winter fundraising ideas for January:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Resolution bingo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kick off the new year with a Resolution Bingo fundraiser. Sell bingo cards with common New Year&#8217;s resolutions, such as &#8220;Drink More Water&#8221; or &#8220;Exercise Daily.&#8221; Participants mark off resolutions they&#8217;ve completed, and the first to achieve a bingo wins a prize.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Leftovers eating competition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After the holiday feasts, host a leftovers eating competition. Participants bring their holiday leftovers and compete to see who can eat the most within a set time. Charge an entry fee and offer prizes for the winners.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Tree bonfire<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Organize a tree bonfire event where people can bring their old Christmas trees to be burned. Charge a donation for entry and offer hot drinks and snacks. Ensure safety measures are in place and consider partnering with local fire departments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. MLK Day of service<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day by organizing a day of service. Rally volunteers to participate in community service projects, such as cleaning parks, assisting local shelters, or tutoring students. Encourage participants to seek sponsorships for their time, turning their service into a powerful fundraising effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Family cornhole tournament<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Host a family cornhole tournament where teams compete for bragging rights and prizes. Charge an entry fee and provide refreshments. This outdoor activity is perfect for all ages and fosters friendly competition while raising funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. New Year auction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kick off the year with a New Year auction. Collect donations of goods and services from local businesses and community members. Host a live or silent auction and encourage a bit of spirited bidding competition between donors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"February\">Winter fundraising ideas for February<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a look at these winter fundraising ideas for February:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Groundhog watch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrate Groundhog Day by hosting a Groundhog Watch event. Charge admission to watch a local groundhog make its weather prediction. Include themed activities, refreshments, and educational talks about the history of Groundhog Day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Mardi Gras parade<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bring the spirit of Mardi Gras to your community with a parade fundraiser. Charge an entry fee for participants and invite local businesses and organizations to sponsor floats. Sell beads, masks, and refreshments to spectators.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Lunar New Year celebration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a cultural event featuring traditional performances, food, and crafts. Charge admission and offer activities such as calligraphy workshops, lion dances, and cooking demonstrations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Singing Valentines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Offer singing valentines as a unique fundraising idea. Charge a fee for sending a group of singers to deliver personalized serenades to loved ones. This charming gesture can brighten someone&#8217;s day and support your cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Super Bowl fashion show<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Combine the excitement of the Super Bowl with a fashion show fundraiser. Host a runway event featuring sports-themed outfits and accessories. Charge admission and hold a raffle or auction of the showcased items.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. Recipe trading and cookoff<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Organize a recipe trading and cookoff event where participants share their favorite winter recipes. Charge an entry fee and have attendees sample and vote on their favorite dishes. Offer prizes for the best recipes and publish a community cookbook as a fundraiser.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/4n6XcirHTBzs4\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Winter fundraising events based on comfort foods are sure to be a big hit with your donors!\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"outdoor\">Outdoor winter fundraising ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some exciting outdoor winter fundraising ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. Polar plunge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Challenge participants to take a chilly dip in a local body of water for a good cause. Charge an entry fee and encourage participants to seek sponsorships. Provide hot drinks and towels for post-plunge warmth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. Snow tubing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Host a snow tubing event at a local hill or ski resort. Charge admission and offer discounts for group bookings. Snow tubing is a fun and family-friendly activity that can draw large crowds and generate significant funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. Ice skating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Partner with a local ice rink to host a fundraising event. Charge an entry fee and offer skate rentals. Include activities like figure skating demonstrations, contests, and a hot chocolate stand to enhance the experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. Snowman building contest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Encourage creativity with a snowman-building contest. Charge a participation fee and offer prizes for categories like &#8220;Most Creative,&#8221; &#8220;Funniest,&#8221; and &#8220;Best Overall.&#8221; This outdoor activity is perfect for families and can bring the community together.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/XNzEzg3z8ciGc\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"This winter event goes beyond the traditional snowman and asks guests to build something unique out of snow in this unique take on sandcastle competitions.\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">23. Lights tour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Organize a lights tour of beautifully decorated homes and businesses in your community. Charge admission and provide maps or guided tours. Include festive activities like caroling and hot cocoa stops along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">24. Sleigh rides<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Offer sleigh rides as a magical winter fundraising idea. Partner with local farms or stables to provide horse-drawn sleigh rides through scenic areas. Charge for tickets and offer festive treats and warm drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"indoor\">Indoor winter fundraising ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some fun indoor winter fundraising ideas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">25. Seasonal movie night<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Host a seasonal movie night featuring classic winter films. Charge admission and sell popcorn, candy, and drinks. Create a cozy atmosphere with blankets and pillows for a memorable movie experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">26. Gift wrapping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Offer a gift-wrapping service during the holiday season. Set up a booth at a local mall or community center and charge a fee for wrapping presents. Provide a variety of wrapping paper, ribbons, and tags to choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/U2pCQHb2mOl7G\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Gift wrapping can be stressful - especially if you're a T-Rex. Helping others wrap gifts can be a much-appreciated way to earn donations!\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">27. Snowflake crafts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Organize a snowflake crafts workshop where participants can create their own unique snowflake decorations. Charge a participation fee and provide all necessary materials. This indoor activity is perfect for children and families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">28. Candy bag-making<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Host a candy bag-making event where participants can create custom candy bags for themselves or as gifts. Charge an entry fee and provide a variety of candies and packaging materials.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">29. Hot chocolate station<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Set up a hot chocolate station at a local event or community center. Offer a variety of toppings and flavors for people to choose from for a small donation. This warm and cozy treat is perfect for cold winter days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">30. Family concert<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let your supporters shine! Organize a family concert featuring local musicians and performers. Charge admission and offer refreshments. Include activities like sing-alongs and dance contests to engage the audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">31. Community board game night<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The winter season can be overwhelming for many people. Host a community board game night where participants can relax and play their favorite games. Charge an entry fee and provide a variety of games to choose from.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"FAQs\">FAQs for winter fundraisers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some commonly asked questions about fundraising in the winter:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.giphy.com\/media\/xUySTqYAa9n6awCiSk\/giphy.gif\" alt=\"Winter events are good for your nonprofit, and for your community. You provide much-needed entertainment while creating opportunities to receive more in donations. Happy fundraising!\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why should nonprofits fundraise in the winter?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Winter is a season of giving, making it an ideal time for fundraising. People are more inclined to donate and participate in charitable activities during the holidays. Additionally, winter fundraising can help nonprofits meet their year-end goals and start the new year strong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do nonprofits deal with the weather when hosting a winter fundraiser?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning is key to dealing with the weather for winter fundraisers. Have contingency plans for outdoor events, such as tents or indoor alternatives. Provide plenty of warm drinks and blankets to keep participants comfortable. Always check the weather forecast and communicate any changes promptly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is winter fundraising important?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Winter fundraising is crucial for nonprofits as it helps bridge the gap between the end of the year and the start of new initiatives. It keeps the momentum going and ensures continuous support for the organization&#8217;s mission. It also capitalizes on the generous spirit of the holiday season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do nonprofits promote their causes during the holidays?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nonprofits can promote their causes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/holiday-fundraising-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">during the holidays<\/a> by leveraging social media, email campaigns, and community events. Share heartwarming stories and testimonials to connect with supporters emotionally. Collaborate with local businesses and influencers to amplify your message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Winter is a busy time for fundraisers, but that doesn\u2019t mean that it\u2019s a good time to isolate yourself from your supporters. Winter fundraising events are a great idea for this time of year because the colder weather, snow, and ice can give people cabin fever. Your event guests will be delighted for an opportunity to be out of the house, taking part in something fun. Make everyone\u2019s winter a warmer, friendlier time of year by taking part in some of these fundraising event ideas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about fundraisers, check out these additional resources:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-management-software-for-nonprofits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Event Management Software for Nonprofits: Top 25+ Tools.<\/a> Find the right event software with this list!\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/holiday-fundraising-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Holiday Fundraising Ideas<\/a>. Brainstorm your perfect Holiday Fundraiser with these ideas!\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bloomerang.co\/webinar\/video-how-to-maximize-offline-fundraising-events-in-an-online-world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Maximize Offline Fundraising Events in an Online World.<\/a> Watch this webinar to maximize your event fundraising efforts!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"hs-cta-embed hs-cta-simple-placeholder hs-cta-embed-162038665776\"\n  style=\"max-width:100%; max-height:100%; width:750px;height:225px\" data-hubspot-wrapper-cta-id=\"162038665776\"><br \/>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com\/web-interactives\/public\/v1\/track\/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLKwActvN1cBUx97TRP1pkHhUhW5b9CsE0M963HSCukqwsEn1CRjDq%2BefFrGQjf8U8d2ubfvA%2BGdIujepwr7GKrGrcSA2HhnAHfrmc7VMMkEj3DXaLfEEl1%2Fgqz9jgydt0LqxvZlfbGFq4afzBg3O6EL3J1pA2bjJ9XZVt3ANL6%2Bz8%2FfGmx74CNh&#038;webInteractiveContentId=162038665776&#038;portalId=8356283\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><br \/>\n    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/8356283\/interactive-162038665776.png\" style=\"height: 100%; width: 100%; object-fit: fill\"\n      onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" \/><br \/>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For fundraisers, winter is a time of both prosperity and stress. Between the December donation rush and planning for the new year, it\u2019s easy to freeze (get it?) fundraising events during the winter. But fundraising events are a great way to keep donations coming in after the holidays. Try to make time for winter fundraisers [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":16473,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[152,271],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>30+ Jolly Winter Fundraising Ideas | Qgiv<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Winter is a busy time for fundraisers, but winter fundraising events have great donation potential. Use these winter fundraising ideas to heat up your year-end!\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"30+ Jolly Winter Fundraising Ideas | Qgiv\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Winter is a busy time for fundraisers, but winter fundraising events have great donation potential. Use these winter fundraising ideas to heat up your year-end!\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Fundraising Blog for Nonprofit, Educational, and Faith-Based Organizations\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2019-11-22T21:32:51+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2024-09-23T23:05:50+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Feature-Image-For-Winter-Fundraising-Events-Blog-Post.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"4791\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"3194\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Qgiv Team\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Qgiv Team\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"10 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Qgiv Team\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/863cf828ceab3ade4aee57d782b4defc\"},\"headline\":\"30+ Jolly Winter Fundraising Ideas\",\"datePublished\":\"2019-11-22T21:32:51+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-09-23T23:05:50+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/\"},\"wordCount\":1783,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#organization\"},\"articleSection\":[\"Fundraising ideas\",\"Fundraising practices\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/\",\"name\":\"30+ Jolly Winter Fundraising Ideas | Qgiv\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#website\"},\"datePublished\":\"2019-11-22T21:32:51+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-09-23T23:05:50+00:00\",\"description\":\"Winter is a busy time for fundraisers, but winter fundraising events have great donation potential. Use these winter fundraising ideas to heat up your year-end!\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Fundraising practices\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/category\/fundraising-practices\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":3,\"name\":\"Fundraising ideas\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/category\/fundraising-practices\/fundraising-ideas\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":4,\"name\":\"30+ Jolly Winter Fundraising Ideas\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/\",\"name\":\"Fundraising Blog for Nonprofit, Educational, and Faith-Based Organizations\",\"description\":\"\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":\"required name=search_term_string\"}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Bloomerang Fundraising, formerly Qgiv\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bloomerang-Product-Lockup-Pos-Fundraising-Digital.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bloomerang-Product-Lockup-Pos-Fundraising-Digital.png\",\"width\":1425,\"height\":515,\"caption\":\"Bloomerang Fundraising, formerly Qgiv\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"}},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/863cf828ceab3ade4aee57d782b4defc\",\"name\":\"Qgiv Team\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/c1e32e6af27ebc4182730b7c59eae247?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/c1e32e6af27ebc4182730b7c59eae247?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Qgiv Team\"},\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/author\/abbyjarvis\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"30+ Jolly Winter Fundraising Ideas | Qgiv","description":"Winter is a busy time for fundraisers, but winter fundraising events have great donation potential. Use these winter fundraising ideas to heat up your year-end!","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"30+ Jolly Winter Fundraising Ideas | Qgiv","og_description":"Winter is a busy time for fundraisers, but winter fundraising events have great donation potential. Use these winter fundraising ideas to heat up your year-end!","og_url":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/","og_site_name":"Fundraising Blog for Nonprofit, Educational, and Faith-Based Organizations","article_published_time":"2019-11-22T21:32:51+00:00","article_modified_time":"2024-09-23T23:05:50+00:00","og_image":[{"width":4791,"height":3194,"url":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Feature-Image-For-Winter-Fundraising-Events-Blog-Post.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"Qgiv Team","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Qgiv Team","Est. reading time":"10 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/"},"author":{"name":"Qgiv Team","@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/863cf828ceab3ade4aee57d782b4defc"},"headline":"30+ Jolly Winter Fundraising Ideas","datePublished":"2019-11-22T21:32:51+00:00","dateModified":"2024-09-23T23:05:50+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/"},"wordCount":1783,"commentCount":0,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#organization"},"articleSection":["Fundraising ideas","Fundraising practices"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/","url":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/","name":"30+ Jolly Winter Fundraising Ideas | Qgiv","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#website"},"datePublished":"2019-11-22T21:32:51+00:00","dateModified":"2024-09-23T23:05:50+00:00","description":"Winter is a busy time for fundraisers, but winter fundraising events have great donation potential. Use these winter fundraising ideas to heat up your year-end!","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/"]}]},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/event-ideas-winter-fundraising\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Fundraising practices","item":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/category\/fundraising-practices\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Fundraising ideas","item":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/category\/fundraising-practices\/fundraising-ideas\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":4,"name":"30+ Jolly Winter Fundraising Ideas"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/","name":"Fundraising Blog for Nonprofit, Educational, and Faith-Based Organizations","description":"","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#organization","name":"Bloomerang Fundraising, formerly Qgiv","url":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bloomerang-Product-Lockup-Pos-Fundraising-Digital.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bloomerang-Product-Lockup-Pos-Fundraising-Digital.png","width":1425,"height":515,"caption":"Bloomerang Fundraising, formerly Qgiv"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"}},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/863cf828ceab3ade4aee57d782b4defc","name":"Qgiv Team","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/c1e32e6af27ebc4182730b7c59eae247?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/c1e32e6af27ebc4182730b7c59eae247?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Qgiv Team"},"url":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/author\/abbyjarvis\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16468"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16468"}],"version-history":[{"count":14,"href":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16468\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":38884,"href":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16468\/revisions\/38884"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16473"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16468"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16468"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16468"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}