How to Organize and Arrange a Pumpkin Sale as a Church or Scout Fund Raiser

It's easy, if you can find pumpkins. They appear to be in tight supply in many parts of the U.S. in 2008. Big Box stores like Wal-Mart, Lowes and Home Depot have bought up most of the crop. Hurricane Ike and other weather events have hurt much of the midwest supply.

This page list those farmers who have indicated that they have some pumpkins to sell. Whether the price and location meets your needs, I cannot say. These are the ONLY farms I know of that have pumpkins. I know of no farms that have pumpkins to donate. You may have a very worthy cause, but I'm sure feeding their own families is a worthy cause to them, too. It's not like pumpkin farmers are wealthy.

UPDATE August 2009 - I've found some wholesale pumpkin growers who can supply pumpkins for fundraisers! See the list below, then contact the farm directly, if you'd like to order some for your fund raiser!

And if you are a farmer who has any wholesale pumpkins you want to ship and sell in October, write me!!!! And for business opportunities and resources for farms, see this page.

Bulk Pumpkin Suppliers / Wholesale Pumpkin Growers

Below is a list of pumpkin growers who are able to meet some of the demand for pumpkins for fund raisers in 2009. They do not have pumpkins to donate; they raise them for a living. Unless it says they can ship, they expect you to come to the farm to pick them up. Take a look down the list and contact the farm if one of the interests you. Be sure to tell them that you heard about them here!

If there aren't any farms below near you, fear not. Most of the big box stores (Wal-Mart, Kmart, Lowes, etc.) have a huge supply. Small quantities ( under 800 lbs of pumpkins - about 40 or 50 pumpkins) are generally hard to supply direct from the farms - the economics generally doesn't justify shipping pumpkins orders that small, unless the farm is local to you and you can pick them up or arrange shipping yourself. Below is one farm that can deliver relatively small orders:

Nationally - delivery anywhere in the United States:

Gerry Lynn Industries Ltd. -
We are selling bulk pumpkins again this year. We ship transport truck loads. You can purchase either 1/2 transport truck (about 1120 pumpkins) or a full truck load (about 2240) but no other denominations . Gerry's Email inquiries to Email: gvlynn@isp.ca. Added: August 10, 2009. UPDATED: September 21, 2009.

Local bulk quantity pumpkins - you arrange to pick them up, unless the listing says they can deliver:

California

Butte County

Garner Ranch Pumpkin Patch - We are located in Chico CA. We have approximately 3000 pumpkins varying in size from 6” to 14” in excess to sell. We can deliver to the west coast states, and may consider going to central US if necessary. Pricing and shipping costs can be negotiated if someone is interested. We will be very reasonable in price. The best way to contact me is by email at: Chelsey@norcalexcavating.com, but you can also reach me on my cell phone at 530/624-3066.

Fresno County

J. Yribarren Farms - We had bulk pumpkins for sale but are now currently sold out for the 2009 season! (UPDATED: September 17, 2009)
I have about 7 acres of pumpkins to sell in bulk bins. I have many varieties available. They are ready Sept.9, 2009 through October 30, 2009. Call (559)285-6122 to discuss details of what is needed! ADDED: September 09, 2009

Stanislaus County

Cross Creek Ranch -
29184 E. Edwards Avenue, Escalon, CA 95320. Phone: 2098388280. Alternate Phone: 2099686346. Fax: 2098388280. Email: crosscreek@hughes.net. Open: Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Wholesale pumpkins available late August, 2009; We will have 2 to 40 pound pumpkins in seven varieties; All with thick handles and vibrant color; Wholesale only; Great Prices.
Payment: Cash, only. (ADDED: July 02, 2009)

Connecticut

Patterson Farm - We are a wholesale pumpkin grower and are located in Sunderland, MA. We are currently shipping pumpkins to all parts of CT, MA, NH and NY; or pumpkin bins can be picked up at our farm. Our quality is exceptional! You can check us out at Patterson Farms website and we can be reached at 413-665-5100. (UPDATED: October 06, 2009)

Florida

Gerry Lynn Industries Ltd. -
We are selling bulk pumpkins again this year. We ship transport truck loads. You can purchase either 1/2 transport truck (about 1120 pumpkins) or a full truck load (about 2240) but no other denominations . Gerry's Email inquiries to Email: gvlynn@isp.ca. Added: August 10, 2009. UPDATED: September 21, 2009.

Georgia

Gerry Lynn Industries Ltd. -
We are selling bulk pumpkins again this year. We ship transport truck loads to Florida and sometimes to Georgia. If you know any companies looking for pumpkins please give them our info. Gerry's cell 519-318-8709.August 10, 2009
Jim O'Quinn - I have, now, several farm trailers loaded with pumpkins that I wish to sell. Sizes range from 6 inch to 18 inch diameter, 3 to 20 plus pounds, Average is about a 10 inch pumpkin, weighing 9 to 10 pounds. Will sell individually, prefer larger lots. Phone 770-328-6578 located Carrollton, GA. (UPDATED: September 15, 2009)

Kentucky

Russell County - Several hundred jack-o-lantern size pumpkins, many in the large, high quality category...also an equal amount in smaller sizes, but very nice in color, stem size, etc. Email for a price quote: davidlyork@yahoo.com

Illinois

Narrow Way Family Farm - follows organic practices, has some wholesale pumpkins
19898 Westwood Lane, Carlinville, IL 62626. Phone: 217-710-6497. Email: jbray@blackburn.edu. Directions: We are easily found at the Western edge of Carlinville IL, about one hour north east of Street Louis MO or forty five minutes south of Springfield IL. And for a map to our farm, click here. (UPDATED: September 23, 2008)
Davidson Giant Pumpkin Farm, McHenry County
Contact Larry Davidson at 815-790-8134 for large pumpkin orders or email Terry Davidson at farmboytjd@yahoo.com We have large pumpkins to sell. (UPDATED: October 04, 2009)

Indiana

Montgomery County, IN - We have approx 8k pumpkins available this fall (first of Oct.) Size looks to be around the 15lb range. I can deliver to most of central Indiana, to Indy, Lafayette, and any other west central Indiana or eastern Illinois location via truck and trailer. Call 765-230-0735, ask for Nate (bulk quantities only).

Iowa

McCurdy's Pumpkin Patch (Cass County)
We have wholesale pumpkin available for shipment in late September to groups looking to do their own fundraisers, must be more than 30 miles away from Atlantic, Iowa, and not more than 75 miles away. Jct Of Hwy 71 And Hwy 6, Atlantic, IA 50022. Phone: (712) 254-0045. Email: johnpaulmccurdy@hotmail.com. (ADDED: September 23, 2009)

Kansas

Barbra's Farm - October 26, 2008: "We still have some pumpkins available for sale. We have mostly medium size left. Please e-mail acbritt2000@hotmail.com or call 785-341-7794."
Bob and Teresa Berthelson - Chrysanthemums
1890 E Navajo Drive, Lincoln, KS 67455. Phone: 785-524-3419. Email: rdberthelson@nckcn.com. W have over 1000 mums. We have about 4 different colors and they are all blooming now. We do sell them for resale - a lot of ours go to groups for fundraisers. We do also have pumpkins, but had to replant so ours will be late in turning. In the mums, we planted in one gallon pots, and put them in the field. We have 2 of those big sprinklers, like the ones they water football fields with, and we water out of the pond. We have planted mums for several years, they are fun, seeing all the colors, ect.. We sell retail or wholesale.

Louisiana

CM Farms LLC of Dry Creek -
I have about 150 mini pumpkins to sell at a discount price. They are as cute as can be, not damaged in any way. We just ended up with extras after our Halloween school field trips ended. Please contact me via email or 337-666-2892."
(UPDATED: November 03, 2008)

Massachusetts

Worcester County - 400-500 bins (800lb each) of pumpkins still available. They begin picking in mid September They also have gourds, jack-be-little pumpkins and bundled corn stalks. Call 978-537-4777
Patterson Farm - We are a wholesale pumpkin grower and are located in Sunderland, MA. We are currently shipping pumpkins to all parts of CT, MA, NH and NY; or pumpkin bins can be picked up at our farm. Our quality is exceptional! You can check us out at Patterson Farms website and we can be reached at 413-665-5100. (UPDATED: October 06, 2009)

Michigan

Jackson County - between 1000-1200 available for sale. Sizes varies. Medium to large are the majority. Available to ship to Michigan and Ohio. (Note: I haven't heard back from this farmer)

Minnesota

We have a farm in northern Minnesota and have lots and lots of pumpkins to sell. Call 218-326-3545 or mclayton@mchsi.com(ADDED: October 17, 2008)

Missouri

Franklin County - Unnerstall Farms - We have Pumpkins, Indian corn, gourds, mini pumpkins for sale in Washington,MO.(50 mi west of St.Louis) We will wholesale and ship." Email: kjuinc@hotmail.com . (UPDATED: September 21, 2008)
Peryville MO - We have a large quanity of small pumpkins from 4-12 pounds and large pumpkins over 20 pounds. We can deliver 100 mile radius. We can be contacted at 573-547-5131 or 573-768-5780 (cell)
Aurora, Lawrence County, MO,
September 26, 2009:" We have pumpkins for sale - but they have some scarring on them (see the photos). Some are all over and some just a few. They are firm not mushy. They are Howden and Gladiator pumpkins. The stems are big and solid. I have between 1 and 2 thousand available, still picking. Scott Welch, Aurora, Missouri; Call Cell 417 229-1231 or home 417 678-6875

Mississippi

Jackson, MS area - all sizes of pumpkins and gourds for retail or wholesale. . (Note: I haven't heard back from this farmer)

New Hampshire

Patterson Farm - We are a wholesale pumpkin grower and are located in Sunderland, MA. We are currently shipping pumpkins to all parts of CT, MA, NH and NY; or pumpkin bins can be picked up at our farm. Our quality is exceptional! You can check us out at Patterson Farms website and we can be reached at 413-665-5100. (UPDATED: October 06, 2009)

New York

Cayuga County - Farm: Joyful Acres - We have pumpkins for sell to organizations, if they come and pick up. They average 40-50 lbs., have solid stems and good color. We are asking only $2 per pumpkin. There's only about 200 left. If anyone is interested they may email us at joyful_acres@tds.net or call 315-776-4548.
Patterson Farm - We are a wholesale pumpkin grower and are located in Sunderland, MA. We are currently shipping pumpkins to all parts of CT, MA, NH and NY; or pumpkin bins can be picked up at our farm. Our quality is exceptional! You can check us out at Patterson Farms website and we can be reached at 413-665-5100. (UPDATED: October 06, 2009)

North Carolina

Rutherfordton County - they have about 100 pumpkins for sale . (Note: I haven't heard back from this farmer)

Ohio

Miami County - Door One - Phone: 937-667-2300. We have a small quantity of pumpkins-- both jack o lantern size and smaller pie pumpkins available for October. These were grown with no pesticides. I should qualify that by a small quantity I mean only a few tons. Eric Brock"
(UPDATED: September 18, 2008)
Weber Farms - all sizes of pumpkins and gourds for retail or wholesale.
914 Weber rd., Jackson, Oh 45640. Phone: 740-988-3302

Oregon

Washington County - Pumpkins for sale (NOT for donation, sorry). I usually have 100-200 per year. Carving type pumpkins: Howdens and Jack-o-lantern and other varieties. Can possibly deliver for a fee. Email me and we can talk about details. I'm am a small private part-time farm, located in Banks, Oregon. I DO NOT SHIP. Email: Dean.Meier@Netzero.com (UPDATED: September 16, 2008)

Tennessee

Brawner's Farm - I sell a lot of pumpkins to individuals during September and October. I would like to sell about 500 Big pumpkins to someone wholesale (very reasonable prices). They are very close to ripe. Please pass this along and call me at 615-666-2397.

Rutherford County

Washington Family Farm - ,
501 Gresham Lane, Murfreesboro, TN 37129. Phone: 248-229-9150. Email: Lwash15092@aol.com. Directions: Payment: Cash, WIC Vouchers. We have a number of acres and varieties of pumpkins and winter squash this year and are able to ship or sell on site. (ADDED: June 09, 2010)

Utah

Howden's & Jack-O-Lanterns - 20+ acres starting to harvest and sell now. Email address: brandon9156029@aol.com
(UPDATED: September 24, 2008)

Wisconsin

Canada

Ontario

Gerry Lynn Industries Ltd. -
We are selling bulk pumpkins again this year. We ship transport truck loads. You can purchase either 1/2 transport truck (about 1120 pumpkins) or a full truck load (about 2240) but no other denominations . Gerry's Email inquiries to Email: gvlynn@isp.ca. Added: August 10, 2009. UPDATED: September 21, 2009.