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19 Easy Fundraiser Ideas Your Nonprofit Can Try Today

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blast some tunes) will go a long way toward enticing local drivers to pull over and get a wash. All you have to do is gather prizes donated by local businesses and sponsors, then sell low-cost tickets for the chance to win them in your drawing. Some well-placed, colorful signage and a fun atmosphere (i.e.

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12 Ideas for a Virtual Fundraiser or Online Event

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Think about local and regional acts, celebrities with connections to your area, and people you have connections to through Board members, supporters, and friends of friends. You could invite a few local acts to perform and offer a little something for everybody. Or recruit a professional to host a virtual class. And the weather!

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Why Are So Many Participatory Experiences Focused on Teens?

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Users active in online social environments based on social objects like Flickr (photography), Ravelry (knitting), and Wikipedia (information) often trend older. This means that teens are not necessarily more savvy or more interested than other groups in engaging in communities of practice around content experiences.

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Quick Hit: My Work with the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History

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Yesterday, a lovely article came out in the local paper about what we're trying to do to become a thriving community hub. Ideas include combining Santa Cruz's famous love of yoga with life-drawing classes, having models incorporate yoga poses for the sake of the would-be artists. OK, so we made up the last couple of those prohibitions.

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50 Silent Auction Basket Ideas to Bring In the Big Bids

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Hometown Flavors – A local flavor gift basket is a great way to highlight local businesses. Collect gift cards from shops and restaurants in your area and help your basket winner get to know all of the local hidden gems. Add a cooking class or two into the mix for a more exciting experiential basket.

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How to Get Children Involved in Kid-Friendly Volunteer Roles

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Partner with local schools and let teachers motivate students to pursue volunteer opportunities. For example, teachers might survey their classes to find out what extracurricular activities would be most appealing to the student population. You should also think about the roles you need volunteers to fill.

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20 Incredibly Easy Online Fundraising Ideas and Expert Tips

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Invite local musicians to perform and give them some information about your nonprofit’s cause to discuss between songs. Supporters can tune in from the comfort of their home to hear their favorite local singers and support a good cause. Online class The best online fundraisers give donors something in return for their support.

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