Fundraising for bands that’s music to your ears

RaiseRight is one of the easiest ways for bands to raise money year-round. Simply invite participants to join your RaiseRight program  ... and shop online or purchase gift cards from hundreds of well-known, beloved brands. With each purchase, your band or music program earns a percentage back, and you get to keep every cent. Families can shop online as they normally would, and use gift cards for everyday expenses, from gas to groceries, clothing, travel, and more—all while raising money for their favorite musician.

Marching band “march-a-thon” fundraisers are a unique way to earn money while showcasing one-of-a-kind talent with those in your local ... community. Simply map out a route and rehearse a few toe-tapping songs to get community members on their feet. To raise money, your band members will need to find sponsors to pledge a certain amount for every minute played, or foot marched. 

A little healthy competition is great for boosting morale and raising money for your music program. Organize a “battle of the bands” concert, or let individual ... stars duel it out on stage for some great entertainment. Charge for tickets, and sell concessions and merchandise to raise extra money. These events take a lot of planning and volunteer power, so consider offsetting some costs by running a RaiseRight gift card fundraiser simultaneously (or at the event itself).

Cabaret night fundraisers are another fun idea, if you don’t mind a bit of planning. Not only do you have to organize the concert talent line-up, but you also ... have to consider venue, seating, decorations, and food. While these events are certainly entertaining, you might not make much of a profit. To recoup some costs, use your RaiseRight gift cards to purchase food and beverages for the event. 

If you have two piano aficionados in your band or music program, invite them to test their skills during a dueling pianos fundraising event. Keep in  ... mind that pianos can be swapped for any instrument—dueling trombones can be just as fun to watch, if not more so! Like any event-based fundraiser, you’ll need to plan the logistics: finding a venue, selling tickets, securing a host or emcee for the evening, and offering food and beverages.

If your band is already playing at your school’s sports games, why not run the concession stand as well? You can earn money from both selling and ... buying food and drinks by using gift cards purchased through RaiseRight; stock the concession stand with items from stores like Walmart or Sam's Club.

Looking for a marching band fundraiser idea that’ll earn you money and wow a crowd? Blow sports fans away with an exciting marching band routine  ... during half-time at the big game. Ask spectators to donate after the show, or they can pledge extra money to request their favorite songs during the performance.

If you’re looking for more unusual band fundraiser ideas, try hosting a singing or musical telegram campaign. Interested individuals or organizations  ... can pay for a single band or choir member (or a larger group) to serenade a telegram recipient. Musical telegrams are perfect for spreading holiday cheer or celebrating special occasions, like birthdays or Valentine’s Day. 

Band fundraising can be useful in multiple ways. While you can earn money for new instruments or travel costs, you can also entice potential new  ... members to join your band or music program. Combine both objectives by hosting music lessons or workshops to raise money. Band members can teach students or younger musicians one-on-one or in groups. If students are eager to continue their musical journey, encourage them to use gift cards to buy instruments or supplies from places like Guitar Center or Best Buy, so your program can earn some cash back!

Share your love of music and entertainment with the community by hosting a musical movie night. Show a beloved movie musical, or rehearse the ... score to an iconic film and accompany it live during the screening. The only downside is that you’ll need access to some equipment, like a projector and speakers, and movie theater snacks. Luckily, you can use gift cards from RaiseRight to acquire these movie night essentials and earn money back with each purchase.