Bark For Life Fundraising Event

Collinsville, IL - Bark For Life, a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, and the Animal Rescue & Relief Foundation, a non-profit organization in southwestern Illinois that provides first aid and treatment for sick or injured stray animals, teamed to host the event. Dogs and humans participated in a walk your owner trail around the park, shopped for canine accessories, posed for doggy portraits and listened to the band Social Distraction.  25-30 dogs signed up for the events.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Big Hair Country Fair Fundraising Event

Driftwood, TX - Big bouffants and beehive up-dos stood tall at the annual Big Hair Country Fair. A sold out crowd of 325 attended the western-themed fundraiser for Creative Action at the Salt Lick Pavilion in Driftwood.  Philanthropic party goers enjoyed old-fashioned carnival games of a pie walk, dart board of balloons, Kendra Scott gold rush, hooch toss, mechanical bull, vintage photo booth and horse and buggy rides. While getting their hair done by stylists, guests listened to live music by The Show & Tellers and Waterloo Revival.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Cop On Top Fundraiser

Berwyn, IL - The Berwyn Police Department raised $5,400 Friday by guarding the roof of Dunkin’ Donuts at Cermak Road and East Avenue. The Cop On a Roof event benefits Special Olympics Illinois. Berwyn Police Chief Jim Ritz said the community turned out in force.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Beast of a Feast Fundraiser for Elmwood Park Zoo

Norristown, PA -Elmwood Park Zoo hosts its annual fundraising event, BEAST OF A FEAST, on Saturday, June 28, 2014. This year’s event commemorates the Zoo’s 90th anniversary with a “Roaring Twenties”-themed affair featuring entertainment and activities that celebrate the Zoo’s founding in 1924.   Beginning at 6 PM, guests will be treated to all-you-can-eat food from Maggiano’s Little Italy and live entertainment by the Smooth Edge Band. Throughout the evening, guests can take part in a number of different activities, including giraffe feedings, sun conure feedings in the “Birds of Paradise” exhibit, casino table games, a silent auction, and “old-time” souvenir photos.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Rappelling Event Takes Fundraising to a Whole New Level

Roanoke, VA - Rappelling event takes fundraising to a whole new level and is expected to raise more than $75,000 for charity. From 132 feet up, the view from the Patrick Henry building is breathtaking. At least it was for Michelle Bennett, who was about to rappel down the side of the 10-story building Friday.  Bennett, the owner of CUPS Coffee & Tea in Grandin Village, was one of nine people to make the plunge Friday afternoon in a fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Virginia. Today, an additional 50 people who met the fundraising goal will get to rappel.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

KC Heart/Stroke 5K Run Fundraiser

Kansas City, MO - The American Heart Association’s premiere fundraising event came to Kansas City on Saturday morning at Theis Park. For the first time, the day’s event’s included a 5K run in addition to the one- and three-mile walks. www.fundraising-ideas.org