Photos With Santa

Why pay for a hastily taken photo at the noisy, crowded mall when you can host your own photos with Santa session, and earn some money for your group at the same time? A photography fundraiser is a great way to make money for your cause; it just takes a little planning. Talk to local photographers to find one willing to donate their time and talent. Have a member of your community dress up as Santa. Renting a costume for a day should be fairly inexpensive. Put together a nice setting with an artificial tree, empty boxes wrapped to look like gifts, and a nice backdrop. The photographer may even be able to provide that. Remember, it doesn't just have to be for kids. Let the grownups get in on the action for some fun photos with the big guy. If your Santa doesn't mind, you can even offer to take photos of people's pets with him. Just be sure all the animals are kept on leashes until portrait time. Provide a concession stand with punch and cookies for everyone to enjoy while they wait their turn for a little extra income. Then have fun getting into the holiday spirit!