FAQ
Can anyone hold a lemonade stand?
Yes! We believe that everyone can make a difference, and we encourage everyone to get involved. Lemonade stands have been organized by families and businesses and we love to work with people of all ages. You should register your stand through our website beforehand so one of our event coaches can help you along and send you materials to support your fundraising efforts. By registering online, you have the option for supporters who can't visit your stand or event in-person to donate online.
Can I hold a lemonade stand any time or just during Lemonade Days?
Absolutely-- childhood cancer never lets up and we don't either! We encourage all of our stand hosts to hold a lemonade stand or any type of fundraising event any time of the year. Lemonade stands are always fun to have during the warm seasons, but people get thirsty in the cold seasons too. You can hold a hot chocolate stand or other creative events during the colder seasons. Please check out the Get Involved page for other fundraising ideas and resources that you can do throughout the entire year!
Can I print my own banner or sign using your logos?
Yes, we encourage stand hosts to design their own banners, flyers or signs and incorporate our logos. We also offer some downloads and printable materials, visit our Downloads page for more information.
Can people write checks when they want to donate?
Absolutely! All donors who write checks receive a thank you note and receipt from us. Make checks payable to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation.
How do I send in the donations?
It is easy to send in donations, just write a check or money order equal to all of the cash donations, and send it to:
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation
PO Box 369
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004-9943
PLEASE DO NOT SEND CASH IN THE MAIL.
You may also send it to ALSF's Venmo account @AlexsLemonadeStandFoundation and include your event ID starting with "E" (ex: E1234567) in the Venmo "What's it for" comment section.
How much should I charge for lemonade?
We encourage you not to set a price for lemonade but instead suggest to visitors that they give a donation of any amount. If someone asks, “how much for a cup of lemonade?” you can respond, “you can give whatever you would like to donate for children with cancer.” This will encourage generosity and allow those who may not have money to enjoy a cup of lemonade and learn about Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and childhood cancer. Some locations may require or be better suited for setting a price for lemonade (schools or events that have other beverage vendors), in that case, set a minimum price that seems appropriate.
What is in a Lemonade Days box?
For our special national fundraising weekend Lemonade Days participants will recieve a limited edition Lemonade Days box after registration (while supplies last). A Lemonade Days box consists of some helpful materials to use for your fundraising stand event; some materials included are a 2ft X 3ft ALSF banner, a “fill our cup” goal poster, thank you notes, a checks payable sign, childhood cancer facts, adult and child speaking points and a return envelope for proceeds. Of course being a part of Lemonade Days is a special experience and we appreciate everyone who is apart of Lemonade Days! As a token of our appreciation, there are some special goodies in each Lemonade Days box for your fundraising stand event, but we can't tell you what that is, it is a surprise!
What is Lemonade Days?
Lemonade Days is Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's (ALSF) annual national weekend fundraising endeavor. Each year volunteers from all over the country hold a fundraising stand event during the second weekend of June, appropriately coined Lemonade Days. Lemonade Days began when Alex herself began holding her own lemonade stands in her front year to raise money for all kids with cancer. Alex held her lemonade stand each year until cancer ultimately took her life and, like Alex, each year we have a goal of raising $1 million dollars for all kids with cancer throughout our Lemonade Days weekend!
Will you send me a lemonade stand? Do I need to build one?
No, we do not send lemonade stands, nor do you need to build one, although if you want to, you certainly can (check out our Stand Construction Blueprint on our Downloads page!). Most people use a regular table, but any table-like surface will work fine. There are many creative ways to decorate it so people will want to stop by! Also, after you register your stand, we will send you a small banner to hang at your stand so everyone knows you are holding an official Alex's Lemonade Stand.
