Third Party Fundraising
Host your own fundraiser to support Camp Fire Central Texas!
Make a difference by organizing a community event to benefit children and families in Central Texas.
Are you passionate about helping children and youth build confidence, resilience, and a love for nature? Hosting your own fundraiser is a powerful way to support Camp Fire Central Texas. Whether you’re a business owner, a student, a parent, or a community member, you can make an impact by organizing an event to help us continue our vital work. From bake sales to fun runs, trivia nights to charity dinners, there are endless ways you can rally your community to support our mission.
Why Host a Third-Party Fundraiser?
When you host a fundraiser for Camp Fire Central Texas, you’re helping us provide essential programs that empower youth to thrive in and out of the classroom, connect with nature, and discover their potential as future leaders. Your event can be big or small, simple or creative – every effort makes a difference!
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Support Youth and Families: Your fundraising efforts directly support our programs, which focus on environmental education, STEM activities, and outdoor experiences.
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Engage Your Community: Bring together friends, family, colleagues, and neighbors to rally around a great cause.
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Make a Personal Impact: Host an event that reflects your interests and passions while making a positive difference.
How to Get Started:
Organizing a fundraiser is easier than you might think! Here’s how to begin:
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Choose Your Event – Think of an idea that excites you! It could be a charity bake sale, a benefit concert, a yoga class, a “Give Back” initiative or a fun run.
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Download Our Fundraising Toolkit – We’ve created a comprehensive toolkit to guide you through planning, promoting, and hosting your event. [Click here to download]
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Reach Out to Us – Have questions? Need advice? We’re here to help! Fill out the form below or email us at info@camp-fire.org
Ways We Can Support You:
At Camp Fire Central Texas, we’re committed to helping you succeed. Here’s how we can support your event:
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Supply promotional materials like digital flyers and digital social media assets.
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Authorize the use of our logo on approved materials.
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Recognize your efforts with a special thank-you message on our social media channels and in our monthly newsletter.
Please note that while we’re excited to help promote and guide your event, there are some services we cannot provide, such as insurance, tax exemption numbers, or reimbursement for expenses. For a full list of what we can and cannot provide, check out our Fundraising Toolkit.
Success Stories:
Get inspired by others who have made a difference!
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Kendra Scott Give Back: Kendra Scott in Austin hosted a Give Back event where they donated a portion of all sales to Camp Fire Central Texas, helping us raise over $1,000 for our education programs.
Want to see your story here? Host a fundraiser and tell us about it!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What types of events can I host?
A: You can host any type of event that suits your interests and audience! Ideas include bake sales, yard sales, sports tournaments, charity dinners, trivia nights, a “Give Back” initiative where a portion of all sales at your business are donated and more.
Q: How do I get started?
A: First, think of an event idea that excites you. Then, download our Fundraising Toolkit for all the resources you need to plan and execute a successful fundraiser.
Q: Can Camp Fire Central Texas help promote my event?
A: Yes! While we can’t guarantee attendance or provide media coverage, we’re happy to promote your event on our social media channels and provide you with branded materials to help spread the word.
Q: How do I ensure my donations go to the right place?
A: All proceeds from your event should be forwarded to Camp Fire Central Texas within 30 days. We will provide clear instructions on how to handle donations in our toolkit.
Ready to Get Started?
Hosting a fundraiser is a fun and fulfilling way to support children and families in Central Texas. Download our Fundraising Toolkit, gather your friends, and start planning today!
For more information or to discuss your event ideas, contact us via the contact form or at info@camp-fire.org. Let’s work together to create a brighter future for our community!