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5 Things That Nonprofits Wish They Knew Three Months Ago

Nonprofit Tech for Good

If fundraising via events, instead find creative ways to continue to raise funds virtually.”. “We We solicited sponsors for our biggest event and were able to raise almost as much as we netted in the past.”. “We How can you get an ROI in the digital literacy skills we are all developing?”. Fundraising event alternatives.

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Online Collaboration: Taking Education to New Heights

Tech Soup

Born to a dysfunctional family, Pamela was raised by her grandmother, who taught her that "no time spent on a child is ever wasted." New Heights, by promoting literacy through a wide range of programs, has produced radical results. Taking Education to New Heights. Inspiring Optimism Through Results.

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What Is a Capital Campaign? The Complete Guide

Neon CRM

Whether you’re trying to construct a new building, complete upgrades, or expand your organization, a capital campaign will allow you to raise the funds to do that. The later public phase will focus on raising money from smaller individual donors. A capital campaign allows an organization to achieve ambitious goals.

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75 Top Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits

Neon CRM

Here are some to consider: Art: Art auctions serve a valuable purpose because they don’t just raise funds, they also spread awareness and appreciation of the works being auctioned. Yard Sales A yard sale is a fun way to get to know your supporters while also raising funds for a cause. Using a theme can make this a little easier.

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52 Nonprofit Event Ideas That People Will Love

Neon CRM

Peer-to-Peer Events Arts & Culture Events Community Events Educational Events Events for Grown-Ups Events for Kids & Families Nonprofit Peer-to-Peer Events Peer-to-peer events raise funds and generate buzz by having your supporters and participants get their networks involved in your event. Foot Race These are a classic of the genre.

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Fundraising 101: Understand the Basics of Fundraising so You Can Fund Your Dream

Get Fully Funded

Actually, I think they’ve had a bad experience raising money somewhere along the way and they think that’s what it’s about. If your organization promotes literacy, partner with a bookstore. Push your stories out to your audiences through all your channels, alternating with graphics emphasizing your key messages. That was me.

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Solutionary Women: Mei-ying Ho

Have Fun - Do Good

I was at that time working at a wonderful organization called Streetside Stories , which is a literacy arts organization with programming in various Title 1 middle schools in San Francisco. I was a volunteer for maybe 8 or 9 months and was then recruited to take a position at the organization, or at least to apply for a position here.