WALK IT Fundraising Event Returns to the UK

England - Leading charity, Crohn’s & Colitis UK, have announced their nationwide fundraising WALK IT events are back for summer 2017, and will be launched by TV personality, Samantha Faiers.  Taking place throughout May, June and July; WALK IT invites anyone to join and walk either 5km or 10km to show their support for the fight against Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). There will be eight routes across the country this year – London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Swansea as well as newly added locations in Bristol, Plymouth, Birmingham and Newcastle.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Paws in the Parking Lot Fundraising Event

Van Wert, OH - The Van Wert County Humane Society will be having a “Paws in the Parking Lot” event Saturday in the parking of Purmort Brothers Insurance, corner of Crawford and Jefferson streets.  Come meet some of the Humane Society’s most lovable, adoptable pets and show support by purchasing wristbands, key chains, t-shirts, and bandanas.  All proceeds go to provide medical care for shelter animals and maintain the shelter facility.  The event is sponsored by CJ’s Shaved Ice and Purmort Brothers Insurance.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

"Bottom of the Ninth" Fundraising Event to Save the Pyramid

Reno, NV - It’s pretty much now or never in the effort to Save the Pyramid.  The Save the Pyramid group will hold one more major fundraising party, called ‘Bottom of the Ninth,’ on Saturday, at the athletic complex near Swope Middle School.  The group trying to save the sports complex got the original bid to save the structure down to $1 million, from the original $1.5 million. The group has raised about $850,000 so far, from foundations, community members and donations.  The adults-only event was also held last year and raised $100,000 in one day. The event includes food, drinks and entertainment.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Local Race Car Driver to Participate in Fundraising Event

Chippewa Falls, WI-- If you're looking to get an inside look into the world of Motorsports, a future IndyCar driver is making his way to the Chippewa Valley and will be participating in a fundraising event.   Wednesday, at Morrie's Chippewa Valley Mazda, IndyCar fans have the chance to meet Aaron Telitz. Telitz will be racing in this year's Indy Lights race.  Telitz will have his race car in town for the event and fans will be able to do test rides with the Wisconsin native driver.  Part of the proceeds from the event will also be helping out tornado relief victims in Barron county.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Fundraising BBQ and Live Music Event for Camp Ca Pella

Dedham, ME  – On Saturday, members of the Greater Bangor Area are invited to attend a fundraising event to benefit Camp Ca Pella, a summer camp that provides diverse recreational and educational opportunities for children and adults with disabilities.  The event will take place at High Tide Restaurant in Brewer.  Bow Street Distribution and New Amsterdam Vodka are sponsoring the BBQ and will provide live music.  www.fundraising-ideas.org 

Bark N' Brew Charity Fundraiser

Jamestown, NY — Tickets are now available for the eighth annual Bark N’ Brew charity fundraiser to benefit the Chautauqua County Humane Society. The event will be held on Tuesday at the Southern Tier Brewing Company.  This fundraising event provides a limited number of ticketed attendees with barbecue dinner, 2 complimentary beers, live/ticket auctions and other fun surprises all in the name of charity. Tickets are $50 each and will include one entry into CCHS’ Cash Bash raffle, which will offer the chance at 1 of 5 cash prizes. The proceeds from the event allow the shelter to offer fee-waived adoption programs, low cost spay/neuter clinics, and other animal services year-round to the community.  www.fundraising-ideas.org