Some fundraising event ideas are competitive, which means entry fees and a panel of judges. Photography contests,
poetry recitals, sports tournaments, races, and bake offs are popular fundraising events. The fundraising event space should cater to the needs of the competition; if you're hosting an international cookoff and fundraiser then choose a venue that makes food preparation easy. Some venues have portable kitchens, fridges, and stoves while others won't.
Another creative way to host a Chicago fundraising event is to offer something for sale. Bake sales, car washes, and
cooking classes are events everyone enjoys. And if they get to support a charitable cause, so much the better! The event venue should be sizable; lofts are a good choice if your fundraiser is downtown. A loft space offers high ceilings and a flexible decorating floor plan. You can arrange tables and chairs as you wish. The walls offer plenty of space for posters and other media detailing the charitable goals of your event. And there should even be space for a stage, projector, and other presentations on the fundraiser and/or organization.