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LemonAiD is a benefit for impoverished children run by caring kids who want to help. 2024 marks the 9th Annual LemonAiD Campaign in Central Ohio.

The concept of LemonAiD is simple — kids help other kids by operating an in-person and or virtual lemonade stand during the campaign and donating the proceeds to The Salvation Army. This is FUN fundraising!

The impact is two-fold.

First, kids participating learn the priceless lesson that they can make a positive difference in their community. They also learn some marketing skills. LemonAiD provides a meaningful family and youth group activity.

Second, The Salvation Army will use 100% of the proceeds to help poverty-stricken children by providing hot meals, after-school and summer education, recreation programs, mentoring by caring adults, music classes, scholarships to summer camp and more.

HOW TO GET STARTED. IT'S EASY!

STEP I — Register (Registration for Families Begins May 1)
There are two ways to register your child or youth group:
1. Online by filling out our LemonAiD Registration form.
2. In person at a Salvation Army location.

STEP II — Choose the Day, Time and Location for your stand. The LemonAiD Campaign runs June & July to allow scheduling flexibility. Pick a date and time that work for your schedule!

STEP III — Promote. Promotion is key. Let your family, friends and neighbors know about your stand with flyers, emails, social media and signs.

STEP IV — Secure your supplies.

  • A LemonAiD Kit will be sent to you once you have registered. The kit will include a sign for your stand, buttons, and a brochure with helpful tips.
  • Parents/youth leaders provide the stand/table, cash box, the lemonade, cups and any items to be sold. Set your own prices or simply ask for a donation.
  • Decorations (very important!). Kids typically enjoy making additional signs and decorating their stand.

STEP V — Hold your LemonAiD Stand! And please remember to post photos and tag us on Facebook.

 

You may mail or drop off your LemonAiD proceeds at The Salvation Army, 966 E. Main Street, Columbus, OH 43205.