Paint the Curb

Grab some number stencils, some paint and masking tape and get ready to paint the curb for this fundraiser. Having your address painted on the curb in front of your house can save precious time if emergency services ever need to find your home. Create a flyer telling about your group and what you are raising money for. Explain that you will be in their neighborhood on a specific date to paint address numbers on curbs for a donation. Tell them the benefits of having this done. Distribute the fliers door to door in local neighborhoods a few days in advance. Be careful not to place them in mailboxes, as this is against federal law. Make sure you practice painting in advance. Knock on doors and ask to speak to the homeowner. Explain who you are and have a copy of your flyer. Ask if they are interested in having their address painted on the curb. After you are done, ask them to inspect it for final approval. Give them a thank you note to show your appreciation. Make sure to check with your local municipality for any regulations or requirements for painting numbers on curbs before you begin.
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