Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

If you know you have a supporter base that are planning to give up drinks, treats, or Starbucks, challenge them to donate what they would spend on those weekly cocktails or daily croissants to your cause. SpringFundraising idea Number 2: Celebrate National Cereal Day with a pajama party for good. Donate on Her Behalf (March 8).

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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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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

Way to accept donations or money from the event. List of nonprofit donation platforms. Design a local route with varying distances to be both competitive and family-friendly. Take a look at how HikeFor.com is helping Donate Life America raise funds. Donations for Dad. And now, for the ideas: 1. Bike-a-Thon.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

You can share pertinent information about your organization, what the tournament is raising money for, the event’s schedule, and more, plus collect registrations and donations and sell sponsorships. Partner with local influencers and celebrities. Leverage digital channels. Use ChatGPT to help plan your campaigns.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

The good news is that nonprofits have a ton of options when it comes to unique fundraising events that inspire donations and spread awareness of your mission. An art festival where local artists can show off their pieces, explain their work to attendees, and donate a portion or all of the proceeds to your nonprofit.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Nearly one-third of annual giving happens in December, with the last three days of the year accounting for about 12% of yearly donations. However, it’s not always easy to draw in those donation numbers. Need some inspiration for your holiday fundraising celebrations? Easy fundraising ideas. Gift wrapping.

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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! Host a competition where teams or individuals show off their basketball skills.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

From standard digital donation forms to peer-to-peer fundraisers , there are a wide variety of ways that nonprofits can fundraise virtually. The impact of a matching gifts drive is sizeable, with 84% of donors saying that they would be more likely to donate if a match is offered. Micro-donation programs. Wishlist drives.

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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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Greater Giving

APRIL 9, 2024

And what better way to celebrate the iconic 150th Anniversary of the Kentucky Derby than by hosting a fundraising party with a purpose? Silent Auction Partner with local businesses or collect unique experiences to create a silent auction. Include things like gift cards, wine, donated items, etc.

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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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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 19, 2022

Winter is the time to celebrate holidays with family and friends, watch the snow fall, and try to stay warm with a variety of hot beverages and fluffy socks. Peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising empowers supporters to fundraise on behalf of your organization by gathering donations from their personal networks.

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NetWits

MAY 25, 2011

Hold contests. Create contests that reward fundraising activity. Tell them how to raise money, challenges they’ll likely face and the impact their donations will have on your mission. You probably already receive support from many local companies. Keep them updated on how donations will be used.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

It’s vital to explain why their fundraising participation matters and how their volunteer work and donations will go towards making a positive difference in their communities. To meet this demand, consider partnering with a local tree farm or nursery to host a Christmas tree or Christmas wreath fundraiser. Balloon raffle.

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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. Ensure that any necessary in-person elements of your fundraising efforts comply with your local health regulations and allow for safe social distancing. Card Service. Sip Sip, Rosé!

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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. More and more money is donated on this national day of giving each year. When did Giving Tuesday begin?

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

From actors, to reality tv stars, to musicians, there are a number of celebrities who will film a shoutout for your auction. This type of auction involves participants donating a couple of items on their own to be auctioned off to other attendees. To add another level of star-power to this auction event, consider using Cameo !

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2021

A virtual or hybrid gala provides a way for your supporters to buy a ticket, attend a livestream, donate, and even fundraise for you online. Your attendees can buy tickets at different price points and also donate to your organization, right in one place. You can provide the beverages, or just rent out a room at a local bar or brewery.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Giving Days are not a new idea and have been successful in local communities and entire states, like GiveMN which raised $2 million in 24 hours using the Razoo platform. Razoo has promoted local giving days, including Twive and Receive and recently announced reaching a milestone of raising $100 million. What about you?

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CauseVox

MAY 3, 2021

Here are some of the best kinds of organizations and businesses to connect with: Local businesses: If there’s a business just down the street from you, they’re a great place to start when you look for event sponsors. When they sponsor your event, the local community sees their name and their commitment to philanthropy.

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Qgiv

APRIL 21, 2023

In their research project “Exploring the Love Language of Fundraising,” Jen and Adrian are uncovering how often the nonprofit sector focuses on money within their messaging – “Your gift can” or “Thank you for your donation” – which establishes a transactional relationship with them. She used her network to attract hundreds of new donations.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Of course, they’re also challenging to manage as you’re handling the donations of items on one end and funds on the other. 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.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

Instead of serving everyone at a single location, consider a catered meal delivered to each of your donors from a local restaurant. Consider offering up for sale donations from your charity or merchandise promoting your good cause. 8) Digital download donation rewards. 9) Movie screenings.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Connections: Relationships to lawmakers, celebrities, newsrooms. Some donors look for these signals of community support (everybody’s doing it) to make the decision that they would be in good company if they donate. For events, ongoing series, or recurring celebrations online, consider the following options for publicity: 1.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 8, 2017

Hold contests. Create contests that reward fundraising activity. Tell them how to raise money, acknowledge challenges they’ll likely face, and be clear on the impact their donations will have on your mission. You probably already receive support from many local companies. Keep them updated on how donations will be used.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteers are passionate about your cause, donate their time and skills to make a positive impact. Volunteer appreciation gifts help show volunteers that your organization celebrates their hard work and recognizes their efforts. Gift cards Give your volunteers a gift card to their favorite local business or restaurant.

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Qgiv

JUNE 22, 2021

A supply drive works great for nonprofit organizations that need supplies like food donations , office supplies, and more! In particular, DIY fundraisers are popular for those who want to celebrate something or garner support, but instead of the support directed at them, it’s for a cause they care deeply about. Geocaching.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 28, 2008

But donating money to a charity, even a small amount (or in-kind items ) can certainly help with part of the need and raise awareness in others. Ask people to donate to a cause instead of gifts. Last year, when I turned 51, I posted a challenge on my blog - could I get 51 people to donate $10 to the Sharing Foundation?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2015

Fundraising with social media (particularly Facebook) means under- standing that donors don’t separate liking, sharing, or pledging, from donating,” explained John. A key driver of donations was Facebook, where users uploaded 2.4 Disruptive Model: Donation Crowdfunding. More than 1.5 million challenge videos.

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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. Collaborate with local organizations to support families or children in need.

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Tech Soup

MAY 7, 2013

Fundacja TechSoup in Poland, in a close partnership with Dokukino and other local organizations from the Western Balkans, has launched open challenges for the best technology-based social projects that address transparency and accountability issues in the the Bosnia and Hercegovina, Kosovo, and Serbia. NPTech Innovation in Eastern Europe.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Golf Tournament Bring together avid golfers and local philanthropists—in many cases, they’re one and the same—for a day on the greens. Charity Races like marathons, 5Ks, fun runs, or walkathons invite participants to register with your nonprofit and collect donations from their community, making every step count for your cause.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 30, 2008

Before I go further, I have thank everyone for the early birthday present - a donation to the Sharing Foundation. Last year, when I turned 51, I posted a challenge on my blog - could I get 51 people to donate $10 to the Sharing Foundation? It lets you ask your friends for donations instead of presents and makes it easy to thank them.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Enhanced technology has made giving simple and convenient, so why aren’t you booming with success and increasing your donors and donations year over year? Explore the following to increase your donations: Go way beyond the basics of convenience and tax benefits when promoting the program and conducting your campaign. Sounds like you?

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Those who do attend and donate do so more out of a sense of routine or obligation than a deep and abiding desire to attend the 8th Annual Combination BBQ and Easter Egg Painting Soiree, or whatever. Take advantage of your supporters’ desire to celebrate (especially as we come out of the COVID-19 pandemic) and host a St. Want ideas?

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Nursery workers, teenage babysitters, and members with childcare experience volunteer to watch kids for a few hours, and grownups make a donation in exchange for a few hours of childcare. Gather all of your artisans and ask them if they’d be willing to participate in a craft sale and donate part of the profits as a fundraiser.

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