Qgiv

OCTOBER 12, 2021

When you’re planning your end-of-year fundraising campaigns, you really won’t want to miss out on all the fun the holidays provide. And if you commit to joining in on the spooky festivities, you can also develop some frighteningly fun fundraiser ideas your horror buff donors will love. Ghost story contest. Spooky scavenger hunt.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 25, 2010

For the third and final Conversational Case Study on America’s Giving Challenge from Allison Fine and I, we pose a question rather than answer one: Is there a “special sauce” for successful participation in online fundraising contests ? The post summarizes the strategies used by contest winners. Contest Sponsor.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 23, 2023

I am also looking forward to fall festivals and the bounty of creative and exciting ways to raise funds while having fun! From pumpkin carving contests to haunted houses, there are so many ways to embrace this new season with fresh ideas. Envisioning a delightful, cost-free gathering that unites the community?

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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.

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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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sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2022

Examples include text-to-give campaigns, merchandise fundraisers, and virtual contests. Just because these fundraisers don’t have traditional in-person gatherings doesn’t mean you can’t create a sense of community with synchronous virtual meetings. There are countless ways to implement contests into your fundraising strategy.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

And if you’re searching for fun and engaging ways to raise money, auctions and simple online events will get your donors excited to support your organization. Check out our comprehensive list to keep your fundraising campaigns fun and fresh for all of your donors. Designate a night for a few fun games of virtual bingo.

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Whole Whale

OCTOBER 4, 2022

All the elements are there, people talking to neighbors, a fun spirit of giving (candy at least), all that is waiting is your cause campaign that fits. These are great communities to run peer-to-peer fundraising opportunities for causes that support the local area. Halloween Costume Contest. Pumpkin Carving Contest.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Showcasing your volunteers’ journeys not only celebrates their invaluable commitment, but also fosters trust and connection within the community, highlighting the human impact behind every effort. It shows everyone your cause is an investment that the broader community supports and champions.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 1, 2021

But how do you make your virtual gala events fun and engaging? During a virtual gala, participants can livestream their own participation or watch the event from the comfort of home without broadcasting their own fun. The event theme you choose can be relevant to your nonprofit or just a fun theme that resonates with your audience.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

And because we love rapid ideation and an excuse for a fundraiser here at Whole Whale, we’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. Get a selection of your breakfast favorites and a variety of milks — make it extra fun with a pajama party vibe for your supporters. Enroll Now.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 7, 2024

The key is making participation fun and frictionless. 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.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Pay homage to the first Thanksgiving with a community fall feast! Bring together different vendors across your community, and have them bring their most bountiful harvests. Creating a little DIY haunted house is a fun way to get support for your cause, and it’s easy to keep it under budget with a little spooky creativity.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 24, 2012

Marnie Webb, one of TechSoup Global's CEOs was a judge for their contest, where winners are highlighted below. Presentation Contest! And a big congratulations to all the presentation contest participants. contest@sliderocket.com. presentation in the contest. #2 Please take a few moments to view and.

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Achieve

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Use social media for quick updates and fun content. is best, you should use all of your communication channels to cultivate relationships with donors. . Incentivize engagement by hosting a giveaway or other fun contest just for new followers on your platform of choice. Use social media for quick updates and fun content.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Given the reality of the COVID-19 pandemic, hosting a virtual holiday fundraiser is the best way to take advantage of the opportunity to raise funds while keeping things light and fun! However you decide to organize the event, consider these fun virtual holiday fundraising ideas: Virtual Holiday Fundraiser Ideas. Online Voting Contest.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 9, 2024

Hats, Horses, and Hope: How to Host a Winning Kentucky Derby Event The thrill of the race, the mint juleps flowing, and the outrageous hats – there’s something undeniably fun about the Kentucky Derby event. Mint Julep Making Contest Hold a friendly competition where guests create their best mint julep recipe.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 13, 2010

This workshop, graciously hosted by the Community Foundation of Monterey County with support from the Packard Foundation, was a two-part session. The first session, facilitated by colleague Daniel Cohen, focused on creating a communications strategy. Community Foundation of Monterey.

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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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Whole Whale

JUNE 9, 2022

This is a great way to get businesses involved in your community outreach efforts while also providing them with some good publicity. When you reach out to businesses, be sure to explain how their donation will benefit your nonprofit and the community. Host a Volunteer Open House. Speak at Local Events. Run a Volunteer Promotion.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Get creative in building your sponsorship packages—consider things beyond traditional presenting, banquet, and hole sponsorships and solicit sponsors for event technology, on-course contests, golf carts, beverage cart, player gifts, and more. 7) Communicate With Participants. 6) Live-Score the Tournament.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Now is the time to take a good look at your plans for the final months of the year and find a fun, unique fall fundraiser that will make you and your donors feel comfortable and supported. Pumpkin Carving Contest. Poncey Highland Community Garden. Poncey Highland Community Garden. come judge the contest.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Here’s what we’ll cover: Using Instagram promotion before your event Instagram event promotion during your event Following up on your Instagram event promotion Whether you’re hosting a fundraising event or a community volunteer opportunity, Instagram can help you engage current and new audience members and set your event up for success.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

If you get kids in on the fundraising fun, you have a great opportunity to teach them important values like leadership, responsibility, goal-setting, team building, and community engagement. For a fun twist the kids are sure to appreciate, turn your car wash into a dog wash for the furry friends in your community!

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 3, 2010

The eighth guest blogger in my have fun, do good series is Beth Terry. Beth Terry, Fake Plastic Fish: How I Have Fun, Do Good When I tell people about my project to live without buying any new plastic, they invariably want to know if it’s hard. But it’s also fun. We won the costume contest. Now that was fun!

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In this guide, we’ll cover three creative and cost-effective approaches to attracting volunteers, including: Tap Into Existing Supporters Promote Your Volunteer Opportunities Host A Fun Recruitment Event Shaking up your recruitment methods can help you reach and engage more supporters. Let’s take a closer look at how you can get started.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 25, 2019

Maybe you’re hoping to raise awareness or funds, show some supporter appreciation, do some community building, or maybe you just want to have a little fun. You can also offer “add-on” tickets for things like concessions, raffle or contest entries, and even tickets for rides or activities ahead of time.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Auctions are a classic fundraising event that can not only raise an impressive amount of money but also provide your supporters with a much needed night of fun. Whether you choose the Roaring 20’s or want to host an 80’s event, decade-themed fundraising auctions are some of the most fun occasions to both plan and attend.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Join online fundraising communities and ask lots of questions and monitor for great ideas. Learn how to speak publicly and eloquently about the organization and offer to speak to community organizations, mutual aid organizations, clubs, coalitions, or commissions. Do a raffle, sweepstakes, contest, or giveaway in your community.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Your volunteers do a fantastic job in helping your nonprofit turn its dreams for a better community into reality. This allows you to show gratitude to volunteers while increasing awareness of your organization’s name and logo in the community. You can host a contest for your volunteers to come up with designs for their blankets.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 10, 2021

For a brand new nonprofit, the right fundraiser initially is likely to be small and fun – something that doesn’t require too much arm-twisting to get people to attend, and something that doesn’t require people to spend a lot of money. Serious atmosphere or fun? It has an innocent, child-like appeal and fun for all ages.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Given the reality of the COVID-19 pandemic, hosting a virtual holiday fundraiser is the best way to take advantage of the opportunity to raise funds while keeping things light and fun! However you decide to organize the event, consider these fun virtual holiday fundraising ideas: Virtual Holiday Fundraiser Ideas. Online Voting Contest.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

With the holidays just around the corner, spirits are high, our sense of community is strong and people are on the hunt for fun, festive activities—especially when they’re for a good cause. Cookie decorating contest. Snowman contest. The classic bake sale remains a fun, efficient way to fundraise at any event.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

If you’re worried about getting your donors to participate in your fundraisers, come up with fun, creative ideas that will get your supporters excited enough to spread the word to their friends and family. Then, find an area like a community center where you can set up your gift-wrapping station. Host a serve-a-thon.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

Supporters can simply click on them to “buy” them, and then your organization will send them to the necessary community. Send Donors A Fun At-home Activity. Consider providing your donors with a fun at-home activity that relates to your mission that they can do in their free time. Switch Up Your Fundraising Language.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 1, 2024

You also have the chance to start identifying ideal donor prospects and create a plan for finding them in the community. You might get really excited about restaurant nights, candle parties, t-shirt sales, or voting contests. Again, there are times when transactional fundraisers are fun and can fit into your overall fundraising plan.

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Qgiv

JUNE 22, 2021

Then, donors can click on the items on your site, “buy them” as a gift, and have them delivered directly to the community members in need. Their friends and family will love supporting a loved one while also watching a fun movie in the comforts of their own home. House parties. Social fundraisers. Memorial fundraisers.

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