Normally Relay teams are asked to turn in their funds before the night of the event. But there are still teams that do fundraisers up until and including the night of Relay.

Some fundraisers can take place at the Relay, as long as they are pre-approved by ACS. Here are some fundraising ideas for the weekend of Relay for Life:

1. Food booth - Sell BBQ, hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, funnel cakes or anything people would like. It’s best if you can find out what other groups are doing so you don’t end up selling the same things!

2. Blow up Obstacle Course - Check party rental places for a blow up obstacle course. It’s like a bounce house but adults AND kids can play. Charge $1 each time someone goes through the course and time them. Have a board with the best times and prizes for the top 3 competitors. Of course let people go through as many times as they want until the cut-off time when you give out the prizes.

3. Do a Jail N Bail or a Luxury Lock-Up the night of relay.

4. Face Painting - Kids love it! Glow in the dark sticks, necklaces or Princess garlands are also good sellers.

5. Carnival Games are always fun!

There are many great fundraising ideas for Relay for Life Events. Most teams do fundraising for the weeks or months leading up to Relay. Teams that have been participating for years may even start fundraising for the next relay as soon as the last one is over.

Other teams may have come together just before the deadline and need some last minute ideas. So here’s 5 last minute ideas and 5 ideas for the night of the relay event: Read more… »

Relay for Life is a special event that honors cancer survivors, the memories of loved ones,and aims to raise money to fight cancer. Teams are formed from friends, businesses, churches and other organizations. Money raised by participants goes toward research and programs of the American Cancer Society.

Teams of people walk at a local high school or park where the event takes place. Each team tries to keep at least one person walking or running on the track at all times.

Anyone can participate in Relay for Life; you don’t have to be an athlete to join in. It is great for kids and adults alike. Live entertainment including musical acts or a DJ, and picnic foods make for a festival like atmosphere. Many people set up tents and stay the night.

By participating in Relay for Life, you can honor those you have known effected by the disease. There is hope, and each day we are getting closer to a cure!

To find out more about Relay for Life, visit the American Cancer Society.

There are many people who participate in Relay for Life and raise funds to help fight cancer. Let’s take a look at some successful relay fundraisers from across the US.

Christine Miller’s team at the Albuquerque Relay for Life didn’t have much time to plan, but got very motivated to raise money for cancer research.

They did so by using a variety of small events including selling Red Wheel products, serving ice-cream at Cold Stone Creamery, a car wash, having a Poker Tournament, and selling baked goods at work. Read more… »

Have Fun and Support a Worthwhile Cause with Short Distance Charity Walk and Run Events

5K (3.1 mile) Charity Walk and Run Events, Walk-A-Thons, Fun Runs and Relay for Life

Short distance charity walk and charity run events are the easiest to join in, and some of the most fun! Many times you can register on event day, you will get a free shirt and enjoy a great short walk or run. Read more… »