Fore the Kids Golf Scramble Fundraiser

Terre Haute, IN - On Friday, John Moats reached for golf clubs instead of his police uniform as he participated in the 24th annual Fore the Kids Golf Scramble Fundraiser at Rea Park Golf Course.  Moats, chief deputy sheriff at the Vigo County Sheriff’s Department, had the afternoon off to participate in the scramble, which is the largest fundraising event for the Vigo County Education Foundation.  Jane Nichols said the goal of the golf scramble is to raise $40,000. www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Dinner in White Fundraising Event at Mystery Location

SALEM, VA -  Still making those Friday dinner plans?  How about dinner at a secret location, as part of a fundraising event?  The Dinner en Blanc, otherwise known as Dinner in White, will be in a secret setting located in or near Salem. The location will be revealed to attendees the day prior to the event via e-mail.  Everything is white with the exception of food and beverages. Guests wear white attire; table décor, china, and napkins are also white. www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Bucking for Babies Mechancial Bull Fundraising Event

Nashville, TN - Nurses for Newborns will hold a fundraising event in downtown Nashville next month.  The Bucking for Babies event will be held Thursday at Tequila Cowboy on Broadway.  Tickets are $20 when purchased in advance. Tickets will be $25 at the door the night of the event.  The event will feature hors d’oeuvres, drinks and mechanical bull riding.  All proceeds from the event benefit Nurses for Newborns of Tennessee.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Tats-4-Life Fundraising Event

Freeport, IL — The Tats-4-Life fundraising event will be hosted from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Aug. 27 at Zealous Art Studio & Tattoo.  The fundraiser is a joint effort between the studio and Team Son. Artists Dan Bawinkel, Josh Elliott, Richard Hughes and Travis Stine will tattoo for 12 consecutive hours to raise funds for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

MOST Amazing Race Fundraising Event

Raleigh, NC - The MOST Amazing Race is making its way back to Raleigh and this year it’s expected to be better than ever.  It’s a fundraising event that benefits The Salvation Army of Wake County’s Community Center, which provides after school and summer camp programs for children in need. The scavenger-hunt-like race is similar to the tv show, “The Amazing Race”, where teams of two run around Raleigh and compete in various challenges downtown.  Over the last four years the event has raised more than $70,000 and this year, organizers are hoping for year another successful fundraiser.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Fundraising Efforts Continue to Replace Service Dog

Fulton, MO - A Fulton organization is gaining steam fundraising to replace a service dog.  The Fulton VFW has been working to raise money to replace 7-year-old Addison Hartman's service dog. Keeper, the dog that used to alert her of dangerous blood sugar levels, was killed last month by an errant driver.  Upon hearing the news, members of the VFW and Men's Auxiliary jumped into action and have been pleased with the results.  "Right now we're at $7,400, and that doesn't include any of the auction items. I'm pleased with the help we're getting," Men's Auxiliary President Steve Harding said. "I'm really hoping that we get what they need."  www.fundraising-ideas.org