THE BEST MARCHING BAND FUNDRAISER IDEAS
Fundraising for bands that's music to your ears
Raise funds for your marching band and give them once-in-a-lifetime opportunities through music
More than 8,000 bands and music programs use RaiseRight to fundraise. Here’s why they love it.
Earn 5x more than other music fundraisers
The highest earning marching band on RaiseRight's platform raised $35,816 in 2023.
Flexible, free programs that meet your music program’s needs
RaiseRight makes it easy to maximize, track, and reward your gift card fundraising. And with no program costs or fees, you keep what you earn.
Unlimited earning potential with no restrictions
Families can raise more than $1,000 in a single year to go towards whatever your band needs.
Year-round fundraising, without extra effort
Families help your music program earn by using gift cards for their everyday purchases, so there’s no event setup, no door-to-door selling, and no unnecessary elbow-grease.
Everyday earning through everyday spending
Raise money for your marching band by purchasing every day things with gift cards. Buying gas, groceries, flights, etc. can lead to money raised for your organization. You and your supporters don't need to shell out extra for things you don’t need.
Brands give back generously
More than 750 brands give back an average of 6% of each gift card, so no matter your taste or budget, you can make an impact for your marching band, music group, etc.
Fundraising for different organizations
How gift card fundraising works
You get the full value of the card. Shop from 750+ popular brands.
The brand gives back and the earnings from your participants are distributed to your music program.
Use funds for whatever you need, like band trips, new instruments, and more.
No-limit band fundraising means more money for
Once-in-a-lifetime trips
Musical instruments
Marching band uniforms
Band competition costs
Color guard equipment
“As a marching band booster group, we needed an easy way to help get money, but not overburden us with more things to do. I found RaiseRight online and ta-da! We started our program with only four parents using gift cards consistently. As the band has grown, so have the number of parents using RaiseRight; last year the program helped 30 of our kids to cover part, if not all, of their fees just by using it consistently throughout the year. In fact, I was able to cover all of my daughter's fees plus half of my son's--that is $975 I did NOT have to come up with out-of-pocket.”
Katie, fundraises for her children's marching bandTop 10 fundraising ideas for bands and music programs
Band fundraising is essential for both necessities and dream opportunities — from new instruments and uniforms, to travel competitions and inspiring field trips. Earn money for your band needs and more with these show-stopping band fundraiser ideas below. The unmistakable star of the performance? Gift card fundraising.
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Gift Card Fundraising
Gift card fundraising for bands is an easy, year-round way to raise money. Simply invite participants ... to join your RaiseRight program and purchase gift cards from hundreds of well-known, beloved brands. With each gift card purchase, your band or music program earns a percentage back, and you get to keep every cent. Instead of reaching for a credit or debit card, your families can use gift cards for everyday expenses, from gas to groceries, retail shopping, travel, and more — all while raising money for their favorite musician.
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March-a-Thon Fundraisers
Marching band “march-a-thon” fundraisers are a unique way to earn money while showcasing one-of-a-kind talent with those in your local ... community. Simply map out a route and rehearse a few toe-tapping songs to get community members on their feet. To raise money, your band members will need to find sponsors to pledge a certain amount for every minute played, or foot marched.
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Band Competition Fundraisers
A little healthy competition is great for boosting morale and raising money for your music program. Organize a “battle of the bands”, or let individual ... stars duel it out on stage for some great entertainment. Charge for tickets, and sell concessions and merchandise to raise extra money. These events take a lot of planning and volunteer power, so consider offsetting some costs by running a RaiseRight gift card fundraiser simultaneously (or at the event itself).
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Cabaret Night Fundraisers
Cabaret night fundraisers are another fun idea, if you don’t mind a bit of planning. Not only do you have to organize the talent line-up, but you also ... have to consider venue, seating, decorations, and food. While these events are certainly entertaining, you might not make much of a profit. To recoup some costs, use your RaiseRight gift cards to purchase food and beverages for the event.
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Dueling Pianos Fundraisers
If you have two piano aficionados in your band or music program, invite them to test their skills during a dueling pianos fundraising event. Keep in ... mind that pianos can be swapped for any instrument — dueling trombones can be just as fun to watch, if not more so! Like any event-based fundraiser, you’ll need to plan the logistics: finding a venue, selling tickets, securing a host or emcee for the evening, and offering food and beverages.
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Concession Stand Fundraisers
If your band is already playing at your school’s sports games, why not run the concession stand as well? You can earn money from both selling and ... buying food and drinks by using gift cards purchased through RaiseRight; stock the concession stand with items from stores like Walmart, ShopRite, or Walgreens.
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Half-Time Performance Fundraisers
Looking for a marching band fundraiser idea that’ll earn you money and wow a crowd? Blow sports fans away with an exciting marching band routine ... during half-time at the big game. Ask spectators to donate after the show, or they can pledge extra money to request their favorite songs during the performance.
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Musical Telegram Fundraisers
If you’re looking for more unusual band fundraiser ideas, try hosting a singing or musical telegram campaign. Interested individuals or organizations ... can pay for a single band or choir member (or a larger group) to serenade a telegram recipient. Musical telegrams are perfect for spreading holiday cheer or celebrating special occasions, like birthdays or Valentine’s Day.
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Music Lesson Fundraisers
Band fundraising can be useful in multiple ways. While you can earn money for new instruments or travel costs, you can also entice potential new ... members to join your band or music program. Combine both objectives by hosting music lessons or workshops to raise money. Band members can teach students or younger musicians one-on-one or in groups. If students are eager to continue their musical journey, encourage them to use gift cards to buy instruments or supplies from places like Guitar Center or Best Buy, so your program can earn some cash back!
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Musical Movie Night Fundraisers
Share your love of music and entertainment with the community by hosting a musical movie night. Show a beloved movie musical, or rehearse the ... score to an iconic film and accompany it live during the screening. The only downside is that you’ll need access to some equipment, like a projector and speakers, and movie theater snacks. Luckily, you can use gift cards from RaiseRight to acquire these movie night essentials and earn money back with each purchase.
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