Hosting a fundraiser, food drive, raffle, or any sort of event to raise awareness and funding for the mission can be fun and is always welcome! You don’t have to be a professional event planner to make a difference in the lives of others! If you’re interested in hosting something, please contact Tiffany Olsen (tiffany@smithfieldrescue.org or 919.934.9257) to discuss ideas, dates, and more.

Fundraisers or events you could host:

• Church or club luncheon
• Car wash
• Special offerings
• Sports tournament (3-on-3 basketball, cornhole, flag football, and more!)
• Sleepout (sleep outside to raise awareness of what it’s like to be homeless)
• Silent Auction
• Rummage or yard sale
• Music festival
• Fun Run or 5K
• Canned food drive
• Coats, gloves, thermals, and hats drive
• House party