Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Promote it on social media, local forums, and pickleball communities. Press Play Partner with local media outlets, radio stations, or community newspapers to spread the word. Engage your audience with eye-catching graphics, behind-the-scenes peeks, and contests to generate excitement.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 23, 2010

Less than two hours ago, Chase Community Giving made the much anticipated announcement of the lucky winner of $1 million dollars and five finalists each receiving $100,000 on its contest Fan Page. It's left some nonprofit professionals wondering whether these types of contests are a good idea. and Sdfj Dfsjlfkddjf.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 6, 2010

I've been following the PepsiFresh contest since the launch in December, the largest social media for social good cause marketing effort put forth to date. Jeremiah Owyang has shared his initial analysis of Pepsi's Contest, summarizing the opportunity, risks, strengths, weaknesses, metrics, and impact. This is a big bold effort.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

These influencers could be board members who are well-known in your community or donors with large social media followings. For example, a nonprofit raising funds to build houses around Christmas might host a contest to see who can build the best gingerbread house. Thank donors and volunteers often. At the end of the campaign.

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The Modern Nonprofit

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Festive Fundraising: 10 Inspiring Ideas to Spread Joy and Generosity ‘Tis the season to give, create, and celebrate the goodness within all of us! Set up a gift-wrapping station at local community events or malls. Celebrate winners with exciting prizes, while raising funds for your cause.

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Whole Whale

MAY 23, 2022

Father’s Day is a great day to plan a fun fundraising campaign to honor the Dads in our community. Giving your supporters a way to celebrate their Dad and give back can be a wonderful tradition to start in a community. Use hashtags, post photos, and hold contests to get people engaged with your campaign.

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Classy

JUNE 21, 2021

Host a Contest With Multiple Ways to Participate. Hosting a contest can be an effective way to raise funds and encourage participation, but it’s important to remember that friendly competition isn’t for everyone. If you registered for the dog surf contest, a fundraising page was automatically created for you.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 17, 2012

The DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is back and calling for your best 2011 nonprofit videos! The 6th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is taking submissions starting February 1st. The 6th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Contest is taking submissions starting February 1st. Are you a nonprofit?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 18, 2010

Note from Beth: There has been a variety of criticism of contests. Nonprofit consultant Hildy Gottlieb has been a vocal skeptic and is deeply philosophically opposed to online contests as a method of change in the social sector. Earlier this month, I sent out a few tweets asking for the counterpoint to Hildy's view.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 12, 2021

As Halloween-inspired decorations begin popping up around your community, a spooky scavenger hunt will get your donors on their feet and in the Halloween spirit. Ghost story contest. After running the contest, host a reading around a campfire and listen to the scariest ghost stories in an appropriately spooky setting.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

Consider things like ebooks, video or audio files, or even a private livestream session with a celebrity. Why not consider comedy, dancing, theater, or even an interview with a celebrity? 15) Brand design contests. Consider a brand design contest for a more inventive competition. 26) Community business fair.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 2, 2014

TechSoup’s NetSquared community organizers connect nonprofits with local technology experts. The goal is to create strong, self-sufficient communities of nonprofit technology professionals (and accidental techies too!). NetSquared community in Austin for the 15NTC conference in March. San Francisco Online Community Meetup.

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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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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 12, 2012

In celebration of the launch of Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8, Microsoft announced the Windows 8 Apps for Social Good Contest in partnership with NetSquared. The Windows 8 Apps for Social Good contest challenges anyone to design an app for Windows 8 or Windows Phone 8 that can make a positive difference. Here are some tips.

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sgEngage

APRIL 28, 2023

It’s a social fundraising approach that harnesses the power of community, transcending traditional boundaries and transforming casual supporters into enthusiastic advocates for your cause. Throughout the campaign, the organization and fundraisers maintain communication, offering support and guidance as needed.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 1, 2021

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a gala is a “festive celebration” ( and they offer three ways to pronounce it, so if you were hoping to clear that up, we’re sorry to let you down!). A virtual gala is a festive celebration that is held entirely online with no in-person participants. But what makes a virtual gala event?

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Whole Whale

OCTOBER 4, 2022

These are great communities to run peer-to-peer fundraising opportunities for causes that support the local area. Halloween Costume Contest. Pumpkin Carving Contest. This is another great contest idea that can get people engaged and excited about your cause. Spooky Donation Match: Candy & A Cause.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Pumpkin Carving Contest. Poncey Highland Community Garden. To make it even more fun, consider having a local celebrity (i.e. come judge the contest. Your nonprofit would have the opportunity to invite the entire community to support your nonprofit. Tis the season to get pumped about pumpkins.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 7, 2024

With the right mindset and techniques, fundraisers can transform what feels like a burden into a rewarding experience of community, purpose, and achievement. This combines fundraising with a chance for the community to come together in remembrance. Give first – Lead by example and get the ball rolling with your own contribution.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Need some inspiration for your holiday fundraising celebrations? Then, find an area like a community center where you can set up your gift-wrapping station. When the holidays roll around, expand your giving day to celebrate the holidays with your supporters. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite holiday fundraisers just for you.

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Qgiv

JULY 5, 2023

Pere-to-peer fundraising is more than just a physical event, and there are many campaign ideas your organization to test out, including: Contests Challenges Crowdfunding DIY fundraising A-thon events Network fundraising Virtual storefronts Giving days And more! Use a challenge local to your area to excite your community.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Tips for a Successful #GivingTuesday #GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement that promotes community engagement and giving back. 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.

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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. You can charge a door fee, set up concessions with snacks and drinks, and even have individual contests with their own entry fees.

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 31, 2021

GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement that promotes community engagement and giving back. 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. Tip #3 : Engage your community. GT STEP BY STEP WORKBOOK.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Small churches play a big role in their community. They’re home base for all kinds of community gatherings and events! To support your community, you first need a strong financial foundation. collect pledges in return for participating in a big community service day. Or a baking contest? Enlist in Boot Camp.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

SpringFundraising idea Number 2: Celebrate National Cereal Day with a pajama party for good. Purim is a Jewish holiday that brings a community together — and gives everyone an excuse to dress up on a day that isn’t Halloween. Celebrate National BBQ Month in May with a BBQ for your cause. snapcracklepop Click To Tweet.

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Qgiv

JULY 11, 2023

Community engagement. When considering possible major donors, look for people who heavily engage with the community. People who care for your community want to do what they can to help, and giving large donations to your organization is one way for them to do just that if they have the financial means to do so.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

From social media advice to events to new opportunites, there are all kinds of ways to plug into your nonprofit technology community. But don't ignore the insightful Debra Askanase who explains why Social Media Requires Patronage and Community. Local folks, come join the celebration ! Maybe you've heard of the cloud?

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

Your nonprofit can leverage this unifying power to bring your community together for an art or food-themed fundraising event, such as: An art auction featuring works donated by artists connected to your cause. A cooking contest or bake-off might attract local foodies and aspiring chefs to share their best dishes.

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Whole Whale

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Curate content from underrepresented voices Do you work in a field that works for the rights of a marginalized or underrepresented community? Find funny gifs on giphy, memes on memes.com, political cartoons, ecards, or make your own funny content from jokes or funny celebrity quotes. Amplify their voices on your platform.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

They combine putting and chipping contests with silent and live auctions, dinner, an open bar, and the opportunity to win a ton of fun prizes, all while raising money for their mission. Help gardeners in your community—and raise money for your mission—by hosting a plant sale featuring flower and veggie starts. Plant Sale.

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 30, 2023

As the days grow shorter and the year’s narrative approaches its climax, nonprofit leaders are presented with a golden opportunity: to rally their communities for one last, impactful push. Hold a contest with rewards for Best Dressed or Best Background. We’re sharing ideas and resources on event fundraising.

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Achieve

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Keep in mind the important holidays and celebrations that occur during the end of the year, then build out. For example, you can build your year-end fundraising celebrations around: . Host a costume party or another Halloween celebration to encourage community members to get involved. your marketing strategy. campaign. .

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

If you’re not sure where to start, this article will provide some festive virtual holiday fundraiser ideas so you can keep your community connected and audiences engaged. . Online Voting Contest. When planning any event around this time of year, consider a holiday season theme that accounts for all communal holidays.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 30, 2008

how might you make a change in your community, neighborhood, or the world. The Case Foundation has just launched the " Change Begins With Me " contest. But, given how the economy has changed and that we are about to usher in a new era of change, it is also a great idea to set some more external goals. Need some motivation?

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

In the aftermath of a disaster, whether it be a devastating hurricane that has left your community flooded or a wildfire that has forced your community to leave their homes behind, you’ll need to mobilize quickly to provide support. Sports tricks contest. Emergency campaigns. Gaming fundraiser. Online tutoring.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 17, 2010

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. As his celebrity champion, Gary Vee , says in this video , having homeless people use social media to leverage their situation is a powerful idea. He doesn't pitch. Conclusion.

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