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What are the best fundraising ideas for a Service Learning Trip (SLT)?

Fundraising for a Service Learning Trip (SLT) can be both creative and effective. Whether it’s hosting a bake sale, organizing a sports tournament, or leveraging social media campaigns, there are various ways to engage your community and raise funds. The key is consistency and reaching out to local businesses and individuals who support educational and social causes.

What this covers / why it matters
 Fundraising is a critical part of making your Service Learning Trip (SLT) a reality. It ensures that students can participate without financial barriers while also supporting MEDLIFE’s mission of providing healthcare and development to underserved communities. This article outlines the most effective fundraising ideas to help your chapter reach its goals.

Best Fundraising Ideas for an SLT

  • Dorm Storming: Go door-to-door in dorms or apartment complexes to ask for spare change or donations. You can sell snacks for additional funds and raise awareness for MEDLIFE’s work.

  • Bake Sales: Host bake sales at local events, hospitals, or campus areas. These are a great way to interact with the community and raise funds while spreading the word about MEDLIFE’s mission.

  • Letter Campaigns: Create a personalized letter campaign, where members send letters to family, friends, and local businesses, asking for donations. Personalizing each letter increases the chances of receiving contributions.

  • Food Sales: Partner with local businesses like Krispy Kreme or Pizza Hut for profit-sharing events, where a percentage of the sales goes towards your fundraiser. This can also include on-campus sales of food items like pizzas or baked goods.

  • Benefit Concerts: Organize a concert with local bands or artists, where attendees can donate in exchange for entry. You can also host a raffle for donated prizes from local businesses.

  • Social Media Campaigns: Use platforms like GoFundMe or Instagram to run online campaigns. A simple fundraising challenge or donation goal can encourage people to contribute, especially when combined with personal stories about the trip and its impact.

  • 5K or Virtual Run: Organize a themed 5K run or a virtual event. This not only raises funds but also encourages participation and engagement from the broader community.

  • Car Washes: Hold a car wash event, either on campus or at a local business, where people can pay to have their cars washed, with proceeds going toward the trip.

Key Details

  • Duration: Events can range from a few hours (like dorm storming) to a whole day or weekend (such as a concert or 5K run).

  • Estimated Revenue: Depending on the event and participation, fundraisers can raise anywhere from a few hundred to several thousand dollars.

Related Articles

  • How do I apply for a Service Learning Trip?

  • What documents do I need for a Service Learning Trip?

  • What is a Service Learning Trip (SLT)?

Gentle Closing Suggestion
 If you'd like to review your options with a MEDLIFE representative, you can schedule a short meeting [here]. Please share your name, email, and preferred time so we can contact you.