Time in the Slammer

This fundraiser works great if there is a new prison in your area about to open or one that has been shut down and is still in working condition. People can pay to spend a night in jail, to see what it is like and prison officials can test the facility to see how everything works. There is nothing like having a willing group to flush the toilets all at once to test the sewer system and try out the cafeteria’s food. Everyone would be issues prison garb (maybe make a commemorative t-shirt) and an inmate number. Don’t forget to take mug shots as a souvenir of their time in the slammer. Collect personal affects to complete the experience. “Inmates” can spend time in the yard playing games or taking classes from the prison’s education staff. Most prisons are single sex facilities, so accommodations may need to be made for bathroom and changing facilities. In the morning have a room check to make sure beds are made and rooms are cleaned, then release the “prisoners” on parole.

Other Great Fundraising Ideas

• Festival
• Photo Scanning
• Harvest Fest
• Coffee House and Poetry Slam