A Mosque, which is considered to be the central pillar of your community needs to be able to maximise its income potential to do most beneficial to the community.
A Mosque is not a business to be run for personal gain, but the good deeds it can provide costs money and the more funds you are able to raise, the more charitable benefits you can provide to your community.
Here is a small list of ideas your Mosque can consider to increase fundraising avenues.
Charitable Dinners
Book a pre-set meal at a venue organised by the mosque. Charge members of the congregation to attend. You could also include entertainment or guest speakers to add value or create interest.
Car Wash
Organise a car wash and valet service on the grounds of the Mosque.
Car Boot Sales and Jumble Sales
An opportunity for members of the congregation to get rid of unwanted items and make a bit of money. Charge them a fee to set up a stall.
Bring and Buy Sale
Sell donated goods on a stall. Cakes, books, unwanted gifts and bric-a-brac are usually successful types of items.
Fun Days
Organise food stalls, bouncy castles, children's games and entertainment for all ages.
Cake sales
Get members of the congregation to make cakes to sell for donation. You could even make it a friendly competition and have a panel of judges decide who is the best baker.
Sporting Tournaments
Organise football and cricket tournaments and charge for entry, participation and spectators for watching. Food can also be served and can be seen as an extra revenue stream.
EBay Opportunities
Selling things your Mosque no longer needs online. You could also sell items donated by your community.
Provide Training & Support
Work with the local community and offer courses you charge for such as ESOL courses, computing and first aid.
Sponsored Activities
Individuals could do sponsored walks, bike rides and other challenging activities to raise money for the Mosque.
International Evening
Hold a themed international night and decorate with flags from across the globe. Serve a variety of different national dishes and provide entertain based on world music and customs. You could also hold a quiz to test on geographical and cultural knowledge.
