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In the United States, many schools and community organizations organize "fundraisers" or events that help them "earn" (get) money for their programs and projects. Two popular fundraisers include "bake sales" and "crafts fairs."

In a "bake sale," people "bake" (cook in an oven) their favorite breads, cookies, brownies, pies, and cakes at home. They put them in small packages and they bring them to the school or organization that is having the bake sale. Sometimes each baker has his or her own table where they sell what they have made, but other times all the food is put in one place and one person helps to sell it. The money is "donated" (given) to the school or community organization. Bake sales are very popular during the holidays in November and December, because many people like to buy the traditional holiday cookies for their families. These homebaked desserts are usually fresher (and taste better!) than the ones that are sold in stores.

A "crafts fair" is like a bake sale, but instead of selling food that people have baked, they sell their "crafts." A "craft" is something that someone makes with his or her hands. Common crafts include holiday decorations, jewelry, and painted plates and cups. All the money that is earned during a crafts fair is donated to the school or community organization. Like bake sales, crafts fairs are very popular during the holidays, because people like to buy these small gifts for their family and friends.

The "success" (ability to do well) of bake sales and crafts fairs depends on how many people come to the event, so schools and community organizations spend a lot of time and energy trying to let people know about their fundraisers.