Anti-Valentine’s Day Fundraisers: Raise Money Without the Romance
Not everyone loves Valentine’s Day—some people are over the romance, tired of the clichés, or just want to celebrate in their own way. That’s where Anti-Valentine’s Day fundraisers come in!
Whether your supporters want to roast an ex, celebrate their besties, or just have a little fun with the holiday, these fundraising ideas offer a fresh, engaging way to turn heartbreak (or friendship!) into impact.
💀 "Ex-Inspired" Fundraisers
For those who want to make their past heartbreaks work for a good cause, these fundraisers channel a little petty energy into something positive.
🗑️ 1. "Trash Your Ex" Donation Challenge
Encourage supporters to donate in honor of an ex—then publicly (or privately) discard their name in a fun, dramatic way.
How It Works:
For a $10 donation, your nonprofit agrees to print and shred the ex’s name.
Share a social media video of your team getting rid of the names in a fun way.
📌 Pro Tip: Let donors choose how their ex's name is “destroyed” (fire, water, shredder, etc.).
💔 2. "Forget Your Ex" Fundraiser
How it works:
Supporters donate in honor of an ex (or any “meh” relationship).
Offer to publicly (or anonymously) add their ex’s name to a "Wall of Forgotten Exes" on your website or social media.
📌 Pro Tip: Shred a printed list of names in a fun video once you reach a fundraising goal!
✉️ 3. "Send an Anti-Love Gram"
Not all Valentine’s messages are sweet—some are just hilariously relatable.
How It Works:
Supporters donate $5-$10 to send an anonymous “Not-So-Sweet Valentine” to someone.
Options could include:
A passive-aggressive haiku
A funny breakup meme
A “self-love” reminder
Messages are sent digitally or printed on anti-Valentine’s Day postcards.
📌 Pro Tip: Allow supporters to send one to themselves, too!
🎟 4. “Bad Date Stories” Raffle
Raise money by giving people a place to share their worst date stories—then enter them into a raffle for a fun prize.
How It Works:
Charge $10 per entry to submit a story.
Post the best ones (anonymously) on social media for laughs.
Draw a winner for a prize like a self-care kit, gift card, or “Love Stinks” bundle.
📌 Pro Tip: Let your audience vote for the worst story and give the winner a bonus prize!
❤️ "Platonic Love-Inspired" Fundraisers
Not everyone dislikes Valentine’s Day—they just want to celebrate love in a different way! These fundraisers focus on friendship, self-love, and community.
🍕 5. "Palentine’s Pizza Party" (Virtual or In-Person)
A pizza and besties night fundraiser—because friendships deserve a celebration too!
How It Works:
Supporters donate $15-$25 for a “pizza night ticket” (could include a virtual event, discount at a partner pizzeria, or fun extras).
If virtual, host a Netflix watch party or trivia night.
Bonus: Let donors buy a “pizza gift card” for a friend!
📌 Pro Tip: Partner with a local pizzeria for a % of sales donated!
📖 6. "Love Yourself Book Club"
A self-care book club that raises money for your mission.
How It Works:
Supporters donate $20+ to join.
Choose a book about self-love, resilience, or empowerment.
Host weekly or biweekly virtual meetups for discussion.
📌 Pro Tip: Include a journaling challenge or self-care prompts!
💌 7. "Letters of Love" Gratitude Fundraiser
Encourage supporters to send handwritten or digital letters to loved ones for a donation.
How It Works:
$10 per letter (your nonprofit prints & mails it).
Offer pre-designed Valentine’s, Palentine’s, or Self-Love templates.
Bonus: Create a “love letters to the community” board to showcase notes of appreciation.
📌 Pro Tip: This works well for schools, senior centers, or local heroes (teachers, nurses, etc.).
Final Thoughts
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be about romance—it can be about celebrating friendships, self-love, or even poking fun at past relationships.
Whether your audience is looking to forget an ex or show love to a friend, these creative fundraisers help them do it while supporting a cause they care about.