Fundraising Ideas for a Bus Purchase

Raising Funds for a Large-Scale Purchase

You do not have to break the bank to buy a new bus in Colorado. Fundraising is the lifeblood of many churches and organizations. Besides raising revenue for day-to-day operations, an organization may find itself in a position of needing funds to acquire a bus or other vehicle.

Raising funds for a large-scale purchase such as a bus can be a fun community or organization-strengthening endeavor. Here are some ideas to help get your fundraiser off the ground.

Socialize Your Idea

It is not enough to say, “The church needs a bus.” Inform and excite everyone. Provide visual information with photos of the desired bus and how the church will use it to ameliorate the lives of everyone in the community.

Golf Tournament

To generate higher interest, approach a private course where people may not usually play. Players pay a fee, often $100 or more, to receive a round of golf, a meal, and (donated) raffle prizes. A fee of $150 could generate thousands of dollars in revenue.

Sponsored Challenges

Fun walks, a doughnut eating competition, and a 12-hour sponsor, among others, are great to raise money and heighten the profile of your organization.

Organize a Celebrity or Sports Auction

Celebrities and athletes often donate autographed memorabilia to worthy causes in return for the positive publicity it can generate. Consider asking former athletes or celebrities who are out of – but may miss – the spotlight.

Put Together a Cookbook

People love to share recipes and tell their stories. Create a cookbook with photographs of the people who donate recipes. Allow pages and photos to illustrate the history of the church or organization and the families who have been involved through the generations. This will have a built-in group of buyers and can generate ongoing revenue for years.

Remember that there are also financing options offered by bus dealers. Colorado West Equipment is a reliable bus dealer that sells the best buses in the area. Plus, we offer bus financing alternatives like walk-away lease and lease purchase. Contact us today to learn more.