Easter is a season of renewal, hope, and generosity, making it the perfect time to bring people together and raise funds for a good cause. From community events and family-friendly activities to online campaigns, there are plenty of creative ways to turn the spirit of Easter into meaningful support for your charity, school, or community project.
Whether you’re planning a classic Easter egg hunt, organising a bake sale, or exploring new digital fundraising ideas, a well-planned Easter campaign can help you engage supporters and raise vital donations.
In this guide, we’ve gathered some of the best Easter fundraising ideas, including traditional events, creative new ideas, and online fundraising options. And remember, the GoodHub team is always here to help, whether you need support setting up your fundraiser, selling tickets, or promoting your campaign on social media.
Classic Easter fundraising ideas
These classic Easter fundraising ideas are popular, easy to organise, and a great way to engage your local community.
1. Host an Easter egg hunt
A classic Easter egg hunt is a fun and popular way to raise money while bringing families and communities together. Organise a hunt in a local park, school field, or community space and charge a small entry fee for participants. Hide chocolate eggs around the area and offer prizes for those who find special “golden eggs”.
You can also partner with local businesses for sponsorships or prize donations. To make the event even more enjoyable, consider adding different age categories, face painting, games, and refreshments.
2. Easter basket auction
An Easter basket auction is another great way to raise funds. You can create themed baskets yourself or ask local businesses, schools, and community members to donate baskets filled with treats such as chocolate, toys, flowers, or gift vouchers.
These baskets can be auctioned at a community event or online, allowing supporters to bid on their favourites. Running the auction online can help you reach a wider audience and maximise donations.
You can set up raffle tickets online via your GoodHub page, just give us a call if you don’t know how.
3. Organise an Easter cake sale
Bake sales are a simple but effective fundraiser that works particularly well during Easter. Gather volunteers to bake Easter-themed treats such as hot cross buns, carrot cake, chocolate eggs, or cookies shaped like bunnies and chicks.
Set up a stall at local events, schools, or community spaces. You could also offer pre-orders to boost sales. Not only will this raise funds, but it also provides a great opportunity to connect with your local community.
4. Easter craft fair
If you or your community has a creative side, why not host an Easter-themed craft fair? Invite local artisans, crafters, and vendors to showcase and sell their handmade goods such as jewellery, home decor, or art pieces. Charge a small fee for a booth space or collect donations for admission.
You could also host DIY Easter craft workshops for kids and adults, teaching them how to create their own Easter decorations, eggs or gifts.
5. Charity Easter dinner or picnic
Host an Easter dinner or picnic where people can come together to enjoy food and fellowship. This can be a simple meal at a local park or a more formal dinner event.
Sell tickets for entry and consider adding a raffle or silent auction to raise additional donations. With GoodHub, you can easily set up ticketing and manage registrations online, making it simple to organise and promote your event.
6. Easter-themed raffles
Raffles are an easy and effective way to raise funds during Easter. You can sell tickets for a chance to win prizes such as Easter baskets, gift cards, or local experiences. To make it more exciting, offer a grand prize like a weekend getaway or a family-friendly experience.
You can host the raffle at an Easter event or sell tickets online. GoodHub can help you set one up online, at no cost, just give us a call.
7. Create an Easter-themed crowdfunding page
If you’re fundraising for a specific charity or personal cause, you can create an Easter-themed crowdfunding page. You can use it as a way to gather donations for a local shelter, food bank, or charity that supports those in need during the Easter season.
By using compelling visuals, an engaging story, and Easter-themed incentives for donors, you can reach a wider audience and encourage more people to contribute. Don’t forget to include your specific fundraising goals and a clear explanation of how the money will be used to help others.
Easter fundraising ideas for 2026
If you’re looking for something a little different this year, these creative Easter fundraising ideas can help you engage your community and attract new supporters.
Easter pancake breakfast or brunch
Host a community pancake breakfast or Easter brunch where guests can enjoy food together while supporting your cause.
Sell tickets for entry and offer extras such as raffles, bake sales, or children’s activities.
This type of event works particularly well for schools, churches, and community groups.
Easter decorating contest
Run an Easter egg or traditional Easter bonnet competition and invite participants to show off their creativity.
Participants can:
- Pay an entry fee
- Submit decorated eggs, hats, or crafts
- Invite friends and family to vote with donations
You could display the entries at a local venue or share them online for wider participation.
Guess the number of eggs game
Fill a jar with chocolate eggs and invite people to guess how many are inside. Participants donate a small amount to submit their guess, and the closet guess wins the jar.
This is a simple fundraiser that works well at community events, schools, or workplaces.
Easter family fun day
Host a family-friendly Easter event with activities such as games, food stalls, face painting, crafts, and an egg hunt.
Charge an entry fee or sell activity tickets to raise funds while creating a memorable day for the community.
Online fundraising ideas
Online fundraising allows you to reach supporters beyond your local area and makes donating quick and convenient.
If you’re looking for inspiration, GoodHub’s SmartSearch can help you discover charities and non-profits that match your interests, that you might not have known about. This makes it easy to find causes you care about and plan online fundraising campaigns that have real impact.
Virtual Easter challenge
Invite supporters to take part in a virtual challenge such as a sponsored walk, run, or fitness challenge over the Easter weekend.
Participants can track their progress and collect sponsorship from friends and family through their GoodHub fundraising page.
Social media “sponsor an egg” campaign
Encourage supporters to donate the price of an Easter egg to support your cause.
Share updates, photos, and stories on social media to show how the donations will make a difference. With GoodHub’s built-in sharing tools, supporters can easily spread the word and encourage others to donate.
Livestream easter fundraiser
Host a livestream even such as an Easter quiz, concert, cooking demo, or craft workshop.
Viewers can watch online and donate throughout the event, helping you engage supporters who may not be able to attend in person.
Easter fundraising trends for 2026
Fundraising continues to evolve as donor behaviour and technology change. Here are some key trends shaping Easter campaigns in 2026:
Hybrid fundraising events
Combining in-person and online participation allows more supporters to join your fundraiser, whether they can attend locally or donate from afar.
Collaborations with local businesses
Partnering with local shops, cafes, or online vendors for matching donations, special promotions, or event sponsorship can expand reach and community involvement.
Sustainability and ethical giving
Supporters increasingly want to back eco-friendly initiatives and causes with a positive social impact. Consider incorporating sustainable practices into your events and campaigns.
Tips for running a successful Easter fundraiser
A little planning can go a long way. Keep these tips in mind to make your Easter fundraisers a success:
- Start planning early to give yourself plenty of time to organise activities and promote the event.
- Partner with a local business for sponsorship, prizes, or venue support.
- Promote on social media. GoodHub’s built-in sharing tools make it easy for supporters to spread the word.
- Make donating simple and mobile-friendly by using GoodHub to manage donations, sell tickets, and track your campaign.
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Turn your Easter fundraising ideas into action
Easter is a wonderful time to come together, celebrate new beginnings, and make a real difference in your community. Whether you’re hosting a traditional egg hunt, bake sale, or craft fair, trying a creative new 2026 fundraiser like a decorating contest, virtual challenge, or family fun day, there are countless ways to engage supporters and raise vital funds for meaningful causes.
For online fundraising, GoodHub’s SmartSearch makes it easy to discover charities and organisations that match your interests, from local homeless charities to environmental projects you may not have known about. Combine this with GoodHub’s ticketing, donation, and social sharing tools to run campaigns that are simple, mobile-friendly, and shareable.
The key is to make your Easter fundraiser fun, engaging, and community-driven. By planning early, embracing hybrid or mobile-first strategies, and keeping sustainability and ethical giving in mind, you can inspire people to give back and spread joy while supporting important causes.
From all of us at the GoodHub team, happy Easter and happy fundraising!