Car Wash Fundraiser
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A car wash allows supporters to contribute whatever donation amount they choose. When done right, it raises money like a crowdfunding campaign, but provides the benefit of a unity-building community service.
SuccessFund's campaign template makes it easy to:
- Receive all modern forms of payment (including Venmo) so that you're not dealing with cash or taking payments into personal accounts.
- Raise more than ever before, and do so online before your event even takes place.
- Track results by student so you can see who's engaged and getting the word out.
- Download auto-generated flyers you can use to spread the word around town.
How-to Video: Create and customize this campaign
Podcast interview of others who found success:
Some of the best ideas we've seen:
- Find a good location: Pick a spot with high visibility and foot/car traffic that allows signage to attract customers.
- Gather supplies: Stock up on all necessities like hoses, sponges, towels, buckets, soap, water source access, extension cords, etc.
- Set up stations: Designate washing, rinsing, drying and payment areas to keep workflow smooth.
- Recruit volunteers: Get commitments from students, parents, teachers etc. to cover shifts with teams. Offer incentives for most washes.
- Accept donations of any amount: Avoid a set price - this leads to larger donation amounts.
- Download SuccessFund Flyers for Students to Share: Mockups showing fund use grabs attention on social media, driving traffic.
- Make signs: Place eye-catching signs around town and near car wash with key event info to drum up business.
- Sell snacks: Have concession stands with affordable food, drinks and desserts to earn additional funds. Seamlessly take in-person payments and have every transaction be accounted for on your campaign page via SuccessFund app & card readers.
- Play music: Create a fun atmosphere with popular, upbeat music and friendly service.
- Offer gifts: Give away small prizes like air fresheners and stickers with the school logo.
