Category Archives: Fundraising

Quick-start Fundraisers

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Christina DeVoss from Smithsonian Student Travel

When it comes to class trip fundraisers, some take a lot of planning (a talent show or auction) and others take relatively little time to get off the ground. Today, we’re highlighting fundraising ideas that have a short start-up time, … Keep reading …

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Using ChipIn for fundraising

Posted on December 17, 2010 by Melissa

With the holidays upon us, it’s a great time to tell family and friends about your fundraising efforts for your educational tour.  There are many different online tools to collect donations through, including ChipIn.  ChipIn allows both groups and individuals … Keep reading …

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Thanksgiving Traditions

Posted on November 24, 2010 by Mary

Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks and for many people it is a holiday filled with tradition.  Surprisingly this is one holiday that Americans share common traditions, and every year on the fourth Thursday in November you will find … Keep reading …

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Fundraising Ideas For Class Trips

Posted on November 19, 2010 by Mary

Congratulations! You’ve picked a tour. Now you just need to take care of one pesky detail: paying for it. Stuck on where to start? Below are a few tried-and-true ways to raise money. Products Selling easy-to-transport items like candy bars … Keep reading …

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Fundraising ideas

Posted on April 13, 2010 by Melissa

Paying for an educational tour can be daunting so many of our groups apply for student travel scholarships and look for fundraising ideas to help pay for their tours.  Fundraising is a great way to make the trip more affordable for … Keep reading …

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