CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For this fundraising event, you’ll need to team up with a local paint and sip store like Pinot’s Palette or Painting with a Twist that’s willing to paint it forward with a percentage of the night’s proceeds going to your cause. Pumpkin Carving Contest. To make it even more fun, consider having a local celebrity (i.e.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

What started in 2012 has exploded into the biggest giving day of the year, inspiring hundreds of millions of people worldwide to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Get creative this year and brainstorm ways you can engage your supporters with a fully virtual or hybrid event, contests, matching gifts, and challenges.

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 31, 2021

What started in 2012 has exploded into the biggest giving day of the year, inspiring hundreds of millions of people worldwide to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Get creative this year and brainstorm ways you can engage your supporters with a fully virtual or hybrid event , contests, matching gifts, and challenges.

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NetWits

JUNE 2, 2011

If you’re not offering incentives beyond an initial default goal, you may be missing out on an opportunity to raise more for your cause. The UGA Relay for Life Chapter offered additional contests the week of the event, with prizes ranging from a Smartphone to airline tickets. Meet-and-greets with celebrity guests.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

You can start the challenge early in December and then end the event with a live stream that celebrates all involved, highlighting those who exceeded certain contribution points. . Consider collecting some great prizes that will keep audiences engaged and willing to donate to your cause. Online Voting Contest.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 17, 2010

Mark Horvath, known as " HardlyNormal " on Twitter and who is a tireless advocate for the cause of homelessness, was the winner of the SXSW Pepsi Refresh Challenge. Gary Vee , a social media celebrity champion and many others, helped this cause win the contest and receive a grant of $50,000 for Invisible People TV.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Need some inspiration for your holiday fundraising celebrations? When the holidays roll around, expand your giving day to celebrate the holidays with your supporters. An “8 Days of Giving” campaign is perfect for those who celebrate Hanukkah. Gingerbread house decorating contest. Easy fundraising ideas. Gift wrapping.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

You can start the challenge early in December and then end the event with a live stream that celebrates all involved, highlighting those who exceeded certain contribution points. . Consider collecting some great prizes that will keep audiences engaged and willing to donate to your cause. Online Voting Contest.

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Whole Whale

MAY 8, 2020

Americans are estimated to spend a whopping $25 billion dollars to celebrate their mothers and the other important women in their lives for Mother’s Day. Here are a few easy ideas to inspire your supporters to make an impact this Mother’s Day for both moms AND your cause. Jewelry for a Cause. Card Service.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

With a youth-oriented fundraiser, you can raise money for educational trips, sports equipment, classroom supplies, art supplies, musical instruments, or any other cause. With a shoe drive fundraiser, you can help your gently used, never worn shoes find new, loving homes while raising money for your cause. Costume contest.

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Classy

JUNE 1, 2021

Keep the momentum going and host a surprise giveaway across social media with your sponsor by encouraging your community to engage in photo contests. If you missed your goal, you could also host a matching campaign with the sponsors to encourage an additional flood of donations post-event. . Shareable video shorts across social.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 10, 2009

While I was offline today enjoying Mother's Day and the beautiful weather (as much as I could with seasonal allergies), Target launched its version of an online contest. There have been many remixes of online contests since the Giving Challenge, so many that I can't quite remember all of them.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Despite increasing commercialism, the holidays traditionally get people thinking about ways they can give—whether they’re wrapping gifts for loved ones or donating time and money to a cause they care about. billion to causes they care about, a 29% increase from 2019. Our clients benefited from this incredible jump in donations, too!

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Plus, this type of event can be applied to all different types of missions, so there’s bound to be an idea that appeals to your cause and audience. Interested in learning how to attract, cultivate, and wow sponsors? Your auction attendees will love the opportunity to expand their gardening passion and support a good cause.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Connections: Relationships to lawmakers, celebrities, newsrooms. Many sponsors and donors want recognition for their support. For events, ongoing series, or recurring celebrations online, consider the following options for publicity: 1. Mention the donor in emails directly about the event they sponsored.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 21, 2010

The Cause: Room To Read a not-for-profit organization that transforms the lives of millions of children by focusing on literacy. I think cause-related marketing efforts could use a little bit more authenticity too or at least balance profit motives and altruism. Participation from some celebrities and notables.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

They offer a chance to dress up, get together with others, and have a good time — while also raising money for a good cause. Consider offering up for sale donations from your charity or merchandise promoting your good cause. Consider things like ebooks, video or audio files, or even a private livestream session with a celebrity.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 21, 2009

Even though I've had to cut back on a lot of my donations this year, I've continued to sponsor a woman survivor of war each month through Women for Women International. You can enter a contest to win a copy of Half the Sky on Kristof's blog, On the Ground ). Why am I so focused on this organization?

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

While a gala may reference just about any type of festive celebration, it’s most often used to refer to more extravagant events that feature entertainment, hors d’oeuvres, meals, open bars, and auctions. They may be able to work with local stores or boutiques that act as sponsors and also get to show off their collections.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 28, 2008

Beth's Birthday Cause I was listening to a story on Marketplace on NPR this afternoon with Tess Vigeland and Chris Farrell who reviewed their 2008 financial goals and graded themselves on their accomplishments. For my 50th birthday, I held a 50th Birthday Card Photo Remix Contest on flickr and donated $50 the winner's favorite charity.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In this image, runners’ legs are tied with pink ribbon to symbolize support for a cause. A charity golf tournament won’t just raise money and build excitement for your cause, it can also be a pillar of your major donor recruitment plan. It’s a healthy and engaging way to support your nonprofit’s cause.

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Qgiv

JULY 11, 2023

A major gift pipeline is the process your organization follows to identify, gain, and retain major donors for your cause. Properly managing your pipeline helps you find new potential major donors and maintain strong relationships with your current donors to encourage their continued support for your cause. Passion for your cause.

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 30, 2023

Year-end fundraising events are not just about tapping into the season’s spirit of giving; they’re about celebrating the journey, acknowledging the challenges overcome, and setting the tone for the year ahead. Hold a contest with rewards for Best Dressed or Best Background.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 19, 2007

Be A Celebrity for Your Cause Katya Andresen from Network for Good has been busy working on the launch of the SixDegrees.org site with Kevin Bacon. The goal is to allow anyone to be a celebrity for their charity. Film Contest - " Film Your Issue " from Yahoo and other sponsors. Change the World!

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Traditional year-end fundraising events, such as galas, are meant to celebrate your hard work, reflect on your impact, and thank your donors and sponsors. Hold a contest with rewards for Best Dressed or Best Background. And for an extra high-touch, incentivize sponsors by including thanks in direct mail programming brochures.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 10, 2015

TechSoup and Adobe have teamed up to bring you a Facebook contest where you can win $1,000 by submitting any and all content your organization has created using Adobe. Here's What You Need to Know About the Contest. Looking forward to celebrating your creativity! Contest Schedule. How fun is that? Official Rules.

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Care2

OCTOBER 13, 2008

You can read all the details on the contest and submit your idea here. link] October 10, 2008 | FChristie I think that this is a great contest. Google is celebrating its 10th birthday. So planed to sponsor $10 million for best 5 ideas. 5 Comments | by Share Article in Crowdsourcing , Misc. I have submitted my idea.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

If you’ve been in the industry for a while, you probably know a little bit about the importance of this holiday celebrating generosity. Photo Contest. Why not organize a group of influential social media users who are passionate about your cause, and have them get the word out for you? Fundraising Letters. Text-to-Give.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

Twestival Local Weekend : Last February, Twestival raised over $250,000 for charity:water on Twitter on February 13th with more 200 cities sponsoring local tweet, meet, and give parties. American Open Challenge is GlobalGiving's second online giving contest. You can read a case study about the winner of the first contest here.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 7, 2011

A few weeks ago, Beth was kind enough to host a book giveaway and New Year resolution contest for nonprofits to celebrate the launch of my new book Breakthrough Nonprofit Branding , which I co-authored with Jocelyne Daw, Kristian Darigan Merenda and Anne Erhard. It’s got to be an invitation to join a cause and a movement.”.

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

Over the edge – This fundraiser is a challenge where participants rappel down the side of a building to raise money for a cause. DIY – Do-it-yourself events are skyrocketing in popularity, with people on Facebook starting their own fundraisers for causes they care about.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 24, 2014

Over time, this wears down the spine and causes disabilities. We’ve had multiple celebrations of the web in recent years: the 20 th anniversary of the first public web page in 2011 , another 20 th anniversary webpage anniversary in 2013 , and this month, the 25 th anniversary of the idea of the web. NPTech Contests and Awards.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 22, 2015

And we’ll be hosting some killer pop-up sessions throughout the conference: Cause for Change with Derrick Feldmann. She has spoken at conferences around the world, including the London School of Economics’ Family Planning Summit, sponsored by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Friendly Savages.

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