Group of five people standing together in front of a screen that reads 'the Grace Street Project' at an event. Two women and three men, some with their arms around each other, smiling for the photo.

How to host a fundraiser

Hosting a fundraiser doesn’t have to be hard or fancy. In fact, some of the best ideas are simple, fun, and easy to organise! You can do it by yourself, with friends, family, your workplace, school, church, club, or community group.

You can collect cash or use a simple bank transfer to The Grace Street Project.

Account Name:
Grace Street Project

Account Number:
03-1743-0172485-000

Please use your name or fundraiser name as a reference.

Get started - Step by Step

  • 1. Pick your idea

    Choose something that feels manageable and fun for you and your group.

  • 2. Set a goal

    Decide how much you’d like to raise. Every bit helps, from $50 to $500, or more!

  • 3. Choose a date & place

    Make sure it’s easy for people to come. Think schools, churches, sports clubs, local parks, or even your home.

  • 4. Spread the word

    Tell people what you’re doing and why.

    We can help share your event, email us at hello@thegracestreetproject.nz

Fundraiser Ideas

  • A row of cupcakes with light green frosting and multicolored sprinkles on a pink surface with a light blue background.

    Baking Sale

    Make some muffins, slices, or biscuits and sell them at work, school, church or a weekend market.

  • A wicker basket containing a jar of marinara sauce, a bottle of yellow sauce, a bag of red beans and rice, a salad labeled 'Super Greens Salad,' and a chocolate bar labeled 'Amourette' with ginger and turmeric.

    Raffle a Gift Basket

    Put together a hamper with donated goodies from local businesses or your pantry and sell tickets. Super easy and always popular!

  • Assorted finger foods including mini sandwiches, fruit cups with strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, pastries, and vegetable wraps.

    Host a Morning Tea

    Host a bring-a-plate morning tea and ask for a gold coin donation. Perfect for offices or community groups.

  • A person in their early teens walking on a paved trail with two young girls, holding hands with each girl in each hand, surrounded by green trees and bushes on a fall day.

    Sponsored Walk or Run

    Get people to sponsor you to walk 5km, climb Bluff Hill, or just do laps around your local park.

  • Neon sign that reads 'Quiz Night' in bright pink, blue, and yellow lights on a dark brick wall background.

    Host a Quiz

    Host a quiz at your house, school hall, or local pub. Charge entry and have a prize for the winning team.

  • People browsing records and vinyls at an outdoor record shop.

    Garage Sale

    Declutter your home and sell your stuff. Invite friends to join in to make it bigger!

  • People performing on stage with musical instruments and microphones, illuminated by stage lights and orange horizontal light bars, with an audience watching.

    Talent Show

    Got a club, school or church group with talented people? Charge entry and make it a fun night out.

  • A painting of a sunset with a black bird in the foreground on a red and purple background, set on a patterned rug with painting supplies including tubes of paint, a palette with mixed colors, a cup of water, and a paintbrush.

    Craft Sale or Art Display

    Are you or your friends creative? Sell homemade crafts, paintings, or jewellery, or host a koha art night.

Let us know how it went!

We’d love to share your story to inspire others. Email photos or an update to us info@thegracestreetproject.com

Group of five people standing in front of a screen that reads 'the Grace Street Project'. There is a motor scooter on a stage to the left and a purple flag with 'Space Makers Southland' on it. The group includes three women and two men, smiling at the camera.
Three people standing in front of a banner for the Grace Street Project at an indoor event. The banner shows an architectural drawing of a building. The woman on the left is wearing a blue T-shirt, and the two men on the right are dressed in business attire.