Help Raise Funds for CBTF

People often ask how they can help CBTF raise much-needed funds. Below is a table with some suggestions. Toward the top are ideas that involve only a modest investment of time. As you continue down the table the events have more components and require additional planning and work. If you are thinking about hosting an event to benefit CBTF or have questions about fund raising, please contact our Development Associate, Haley Askew at haskew@cbtf.org.

Donations	In lieu of flowers, make a gift in someone’s memory In lieu of giving a gift, make a donation honoring special occasions such as a birthdays, weddings, or anniversaries
Sharing	If you know an individual/organization that might be able to help us, share their contact information
Raffle	Solicit prizes Sell tickets
Walk/Run	Register for a walk/run Create a fundraising page on Firstgiving Solicit donations from friends and family members
Bowlathon	Recruit teams of 4-8 Have players create personal Firstgiving page Contract with bowling alley to reserve lanes Ask alley or local business to donate snacks
Casino Night	Rent tables/equipment Hire dealers or provide training for volunteers Sell tickets Recruit table sponsors
Golf Tournament	Find a golf course to host event Determine # of players and register people to play Recruit sponsors Set rules/format for play Order food/drinks for day of event Raffle/Auction (optional)
Gala	Determine budget Select date about six months away Find and reserve venue Put together benefit committee Find an honoree Solicit sponsors