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FUNDRAISERS

BRAVE In-School “Mentorship” Fundraiser

How to Participate:

Support BRAVE’s In-School Mentorship Programs by donating to help expand Reading & STEM, Health & Wellness, and Financial Literacy sessions delivered directly to students during the school day.
Dates: Throughout the Year (2026)
Location (s): Westview Early Education Center, Lakemont Elementary, Walnut Hill Elementary, Cool Springs Elementary Schools – Petersburg, VA
Fundraiser Goal:

Raise $5,000 by March 1, 2026 to support BRAVE In-School Mentorship Sessions, including program materials,
STEM books, STEM supplies, wellness education tools, and financial literacy resources for students.

Impact:
$20 = 5 STEM Books for 5 children in underserved communities

Chick-fil-A Spirit Night Fundraiser

How to Participate:

Dine in, drive-thru, or order takeout and mention The B.R.A.V.E. Project™ so a portion of proceeds supports BRAVE programming.
Dates: April 21, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: Chick-fil-A, 661 Southpark Blvd.,                       Colonial Heights, VA 23834

Fundraiser Goal:
Impact:

Raise $2000 to purchase 100 — $20 Food Gift Cards by October 1, 2026 for Thanksgiving.

Every $20 raised = 1 Family Food Gift Card to support a
Thanksgiving meal.

OR 
$20 = 5 STEM Books for 5 children in
underserved communities

Jewelry Fundraiser

How to Participate:

On the dates and times below, please purchase jewelry!

Event Date #1
Dates: June 20, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location

Petersburg Library,                                                          201 W. Washington St.                                            Petersburg, VA 23803

Event Date #2
Dates: August 15, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location

 Petersburg Library                                                         201 W. Washington St.                                           Petersburg, VA 23803

Fundraiser Goal:

Raise $2000 to purchase 400 Toys for Christamas by November 1, 2026.

Impact:

$20 worth of jewelry = 2 Toys for 1 Child.

Thanksgiving Food Gift Card Fundraiser

How to Participate:

1. Donate TODAY for November 2026 (and put “Thanksgiving Drive” in Comments):

($20 increments preferably)

2. Purchase at least 1 Food Gift Card for 1 Family at this link: (Link To be added July 1, 2026)
Distribution Date: November 2026*
Time: To Be Confirmed

Location: To Be Confirmed

Fundraiser Goal:

Raise $2000 to purchase 100 —
$20 gift cards by October 1, 2026.

Impact:
Every $20 donated = 1 family Food Gift Card to support a Thanksgiving meal.

Christmas Fundraiser

How to Participate (3 ways):

1.Donate TODAY for December 2026 and put “Christmas Drive” in Comments:
2. Donate 1 Toy for 1 Child:
(To be added August 1, 2026)
3. Purchase Raffle Ticket(s) –
Online or In-Person: (Link To be added August 1, 2026)

Raffle Prizes:
a. 1st Place $500
b. 2nd Place: $250
c. 3rd Place: $125

Fundraiser Goal(s):
Donation of 500 Toys by November 1, 2026.
Impact:

$10 Donated = 1 Toy for a Child
1 Registry Toy = 1 Child

The B.R.A.V.E. Project™ 4 th Annual Toy Distribution Event:

Dates: Saturday, December 12, 2026

Time: Time: 1:00 AM – 4:00 PM