Whether you’re fundraising for your Scout troop’s next international adventure or your Guide unit’s summer camp, finding the right fundraising idea can be tricky. It needs to be simple, effective, and fun for everyone involved. That’s why we’ve put together this fundraising for Scouts and Guides guide to help your group raise money with less stress—and more success.
Whether you’re fundraising for your Scout troop’s next international adventure or your Guide unit’s summer camp, finding the right fundraising idea can be tricky. It needs to be simple, effective, and fun for everyone involved. That’s why we’ve put together this fundraising for Scouts and Guides guide to help your group raise money with less stress—and more success.
What makes fundraising for Scouts & Guides unique?
Fundraising is about more than money—it’s a chance for young people to take ownership, build confidence, and develop communication and teamwork.
Scout and Guide units often need flexible, community-friendly ways to raise funds. And let’s face it—parents and supporters want to buy something meaningful… not just another raffle ticket or a box of chocolates.
We believe a great fundraiser should be:
5 fundraising tips that work
1. Set a clear fundraising goal
Decide how much you want to raise and why. A clear target keeps the group motivated and makes the fundraiser feel purposeful.
2. Involve everyone
Distribute responsibility across your group so no one feels overwhelmed—Scouts and Guides build leadership and accountability this way.
3. Make it easy for supporters to say yes
Offer something they’ll enjoy buying (hello, candles!) instead of just asking for donations.
4. Share your story
Let people know what you’re raising money for—whether it’s for a camp, new gear, or badgework. People love to support a purpose.
5. Keep momentum with a set sales period
Pick a 2–3 week window and keep the energy up. A friendly group challenge or prize can really boost participation!
Why Candle Cash works so well for Scout and Guide groups
At Candle Cash, we’ve built our entire fundraiser around the needs of groups like yours. We offer fundraising for scouts and guides that include:
Need help planning?
Download our fundraising starter kit
To make things even easier, we’ve created a downloadable fundraising checklist that includes:
Download the Candle Fundraising Checklist PDF
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