Fundraising Policies
Donor Drive
Used for all chapter fundraising - Chapter President will create the team fundraising page — Share your chapter’s page via QR code at events for direct donations Venmo
Only chapter presidents may use personal Venmo accounts as needed, following these steps:
Before the fundraiser (48 hrs prior):
Rename account to chapter name* Update profile pic to IJM logo After the fundraiser (within 24 hrs):
Transfer funds to personal bank account and donate to team Donor Drive page *Exception: If your student organization maintains a bank account through your school, your chapter may use an official student organization Venmo account to fundraise in accordance with your school’s policies. The above policy is for instances where a personal Venmo account is used for a chapter.
Check or Cash Donations
Send donations to:
International Justice Mission
P.O. Box 96961
Washington, DC 20090-6961
Include:
University name & chapter President’s name, email, and school address Fundraiser title, date, and total raised Email donation details to: Fundraising Resources
DonorDrive Fundraising Pages
Use this fundraising page / campaign for all campus fundraising efforts! Create your page and share the link with friends & family.
Learn how to set up your Chapter’s Fundraising Page ! Freedom Partner Fundraising Page
Use this fundraising page when asking for new monthly donors or for folks that want to donate via ACH! *
*Be sure to email with the event date & any donor names who you know use this page if you want the donation to be credited to your Donordrive Page. Fundraising Campaigns
Below are ready-made campaigns you can use to raise funds to support IJM’s mission:
Threads
Host a pop-up thrift shop where 100% of proceeds go to IJM.
Justice Box
Use fundraising cards to raise money toward IJM cost equivalencies.
Race to Restore
Plan a walk, run, bike ride, or dance party to raise funds.
Dressember
Join a global movement using fashion to fight human trafficking.
Freedom Partner
Fuel the fight for freedom—give monthly to protect families and end slavery.
Plan Your Own!
Host creative events on campus to raise funds and awareness for justice.
Other Fundraiser Examples
Examples of fundraisers from other chapters around the country. The best way to have a successful and effective fundraiser is to look at your chapter and see what talents, skills, and interests you have.
Fair Trade Fashion Show: Showcase ethical outfits with a runway and judges Open Mic Night / Talent Show: Let students perform and share about IJM Photo Booth or Photoshoot: Charge for time &/or prints and raise awareness Dessert Decorating Contest: Fun, interactive, and delicious! Bake Sale: Sell donated treats on campus Candy Grams: Include fair trade chocolate & a note about purchasing ethical goods Ice Cream Social: Host a root beer float night with donations Profit Share: Partner with a local restaurant to receive donations Coffee Shop Collab: Create a custom drink or merch sale Sports Tournament: Host bracketed games like spikeball or ping pong Teach Lessons: Offer paid lessons in skating, sports, instruments, etc. Game Night: Charge entry for board or online game brackets Sell Merch: T-shirts, stickers, mugs designed by students Haircut Challenge: Shave heads or dye hair for donations Car Wash: Wash cars near campus for donations Partner with clubs: Co-host events on campus with other groups Art club: Design merch, paint planters, bring in an art therapy speaker Nutrition Club: Promote fair trade food sources, host a chocolate making class or a coffee taste test Film Club: Host a justice focused film screening