starting a fundraiser

<p>Hey guys, recently a friend of my was in an accident and a few people have decided to start a fundraiser to donate to the Ronald McDonald house since they have done soo much for the family. I can't seem to find much information on starting a fundraiser.. i was told by someone that you need set up particular accounts and do a lot of research and work before you just start fund raising. I was wondering if anyone else has done this type of things, if so what were your experiences and did you have to do this??</p>