Have Fun - Do Good

MAY 3, 2012

My second guest blogger in this run of the Have Fun, Do Good guest post series is the warm and wonderful Jocelyn Harmon. It sounds “old-school” but I love to go to my local library every Saturday to wander up and down the stacks. Finally, telling the truth or living an authentic life, keeps me having fun and doing good.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

That’s why we’ve pulled together a list of 19 easy fundraisers you can use in between major events to engage your supporters, build community, and—of course—raise some money. Some well-placed, colorful signage and a fun atmosphere (i.e. Community Yard Sales Gather donated items from the community and hold a low-cost sale.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 6, 2013

The new book I co-authored with Allyson Kapin, Social Change Anytime Everywhere , looks at the way nonprofit organizations can use multichannel strategies for advocacy, fundraising, and community building. And to ensure that you do have a strong community of supporters, you need to make supporting your mission fun, valuable, and easy.

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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. It’s easier than it sounds. Canvas door-to-door.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 18, 2021

For many of us, summer fundraising can be frustrating because often our donor communications during this season yield less-than-ideal results. . If that sounds like your nonprofit’s typical summer, here are some things you can do to offset that summer slump with an unexpected windfall: 1. Plan a community event.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

Plus, they’re probably your best ambassadors in the community, spreading the good word about the work you’re doing. Volunteers who feel valued will talk about your nonprofit in the community as if they’re part of the team and speak up about why your cause is important. They tend to the community garden because they love to garden.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 31, 2022

The Sole Stars campaign engaged community leaders to represent the fight against breast cancer. To add even more fun and attention to this campaign, the fundraisers agreed to wear pink shoes for the entire month! This can sound intimidating to some fundraisers; however, you’d be surprised how motivating this tactic can be!

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

If so, be sure to stock lots of inexpensive and fun items for children. If this sounds like you, think about offering one-of-a-kind furniture and home accessories. . This is a great way to encourage creativity in your community and support local art. . Do lots of families visit your museum?

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2023

By growing your fundraising program in support of a strategic plan that calls for paid employees, your organization can make a bigger impact on the community and change more lives. Pick one that sounds like fun to you, because the planning and execution will be easier if you’re enjoying the work.

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Non Profit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Now let’s look at the original photo which I have seen before when our friends were on a text chain doing a fashion review on a text chain for how amazing Kendra looked on election day when she was out celebrating with communities since she was the person who topped the ticket in the district that day. So it’s been a lot of fun.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Sounds great, right? Let’s say you have an ambassador who is active in the running community. You know this billboard will be a game-changer for community engagement and help you reach more people. Then, most importantly, make sure that digital billboard gets used to engage the community!

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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. That sounds good, right? Serious atmosphere or fun? Upscale or casual?

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 4, 2023

Done well, this simple little letter will make your donors feel great about giving, help them understand their impact, deepen their connection to your organization and the community you serve, and set the stage for them to give again in the future. That might sound a little silly, right? Which would make you happier?

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Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

We’re acknowledging eight nonprofits leading the charge with dedicated fundraising campaigns as communities unite to support a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable planet. All participants receive a virtual Earth Day kit with a face mask, trash bags, information to clean up litter in the local community, and some fun stickers.

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NetWits

JANUARY 11, 2011

Crowdrise is an innovative, crowd-sourcing community of volunteers and fundraisers that are answering the call to service, raising money for charity, and having the most fun in the world while doing it.&#. ammado is one that might not sound familiar, but don’t worry, their doing something really special.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 21, 2023

I started The Sponsorship Catalyst LLC to help close the knowledge gap for already underfunded nonprofits that often served marginalized communities. I wish sponsors knew that nonprofits are willing to be creative in how they highlight a sponsor’s support and that the support has a major impact on the community the nonprofit is serving.

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CauseVox

JUNE 16, 2023

Don’t worry, it might sound fancy, but it’s just a smart way to organize your fundraising efforts for a large scale project. One popular event that has taken the Greek community by storm is the lip sync battle. This flexibility allows you to tailor the event experience to the specific interests of your Greek community.

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DipJar

JANUARY 21, 2021

This will help them feel as though being a donor of your organization is like being a part of a community. Additionally, encourage new donors to stay engaged by signing up for your email newsletter, following you on social media, volunteering, and attending your community events or fundraisers. (*We

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 16, 2023

By giving supporters a way to connect with other like-minded supporters and your nonprofit’s staff, you can facilitate community and deep relationships at these events. Events like 5Ks, fun runs, field days, and charity sports tournaments drum up a lot of excitement from donors and can be very profitable fundraisers. The Bottom Line.

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

If you’re looking for a fun and exciting way to raise more money for your cause, a benefit concert is a perfect solution. Music is great at bringing communities together, and while it may take a lot of planning, hosting a benefit concert can be incredibly rewarding for both you and your supporters. Donor engagement.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

You want your letter to sound sincere, not like a form letter. It should not sound like it’s coming from some corporation. Your gift shows you care about your neighbors and your community. And these two simple words are so powerful, showing gratitude and making the donor feel valued. Maybe you don’t know what to write.

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Media Cause

JANUARY 20, 2023

Creating these guidelines will help ensure your content sounds the same across all avenues. If you provide resources to your local community , you’ll want to create content that can inform your potential donors, and materials to support anyone looking to access your services. Assess your existing content.

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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. All you’ll need to provide is a plain wreath and fun accents like holly, ribbon, pine cones and glitter. Polar plunge challenge.

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CauseVox

APRIL 25, 2022

A Community-Driven Fundraising Campaign. Community-driven fundraising is the ultimate combination of fundraising and engagement. Without your loyal supporters, raising money, sharing the campaign, and acting as your sounding board, you wouldn’t see much success. How does community-driven fundraising work to engage donors?

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 27, 2013

If you have a feeling that there is a community of people, no matter how big or small, whose lives would be richer because of your writing, photos or videos, don’t wait. If it sounds fun to you, put on your party hat and start mingling! Creativity is messy, unpredictable, frustrating and fun. Start your blog. Be valuable.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 29, 2023

A nonprofit event planner can help you come up with unique and fun ideas to engage your audience and keep them involved and excited. Save money At first glance, this benefit may sound counterintuitive—won’t working with a nonprofit event planning company deplete your budget? Leverage video. In reality, no.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

These types of events may also provide a sense of community when distance learning, so it is important to put your best foot forward and consider a more sophisticated virtual event platform so that you are sure to impress parents, students, and possible donors. Escape rooms are very fun. And, of course, be sure to have fun!

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

These types of events may also provide a sense of community when distance learning, so it is important to put your best foot forward and consider a more sophisticated virtual event platform so that you are sure to impress parents, students, and possible donors. Escape rooms are very fun. And, of course, be sure to have fun!

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Having solid donor engagement strategies in place is important for any nonprofit that wants to inspire generosity in their community and build a base of lifelong supporters. That tip sounds kind of goofy, doesn’t it? But communicating with your supporters can be intimidating. You could also try teaching them a fun new skill.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2022

An event-free fundraiser is just what it sounds like—a fundraiser with no in-person event element. 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. Virtual watch party. Online scavenger hunt.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 13, 2015

Streaming from events is an obvious fit for Periscope, but site visits and interviews with communities served, that’s where the real power of Periscope will unfold. Be cognizant of light and sounds in the area where streaming. This also frees up your hands to engage with viewers on Periscope.

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The Nerdy NonProfit

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Do you have extra time to spend on courses that, while fun and interesting, aren’t going to improve your life in a noticeable way? Characters that look and sound like the people the learner will encounter. For the work-from-home example, this could be a simulation that walks through how to design the perfect home workspace.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

Otherwise, it’s just a fun meeting. There’s nothing wrong with fun, but you need to be strategic in your work. Or “What do you do for fun?”. Others will say their career, community work, or their relationships with family and friends. The point is to know WHY you’re meeting and what you want to walk away with.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 17, 2021

In 1921, George Lambert (the son of Listerine’s founder Jordan Lambert) pieced together “halitosis” as a medical sounding term for bad-smelling breath and offered the exclusive solution. By embracing a view of empathy and compassion towards those on the community playground–we find those chalk lines are a little more negotiable.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 13, 2022

That can be more difficult than it sounds, especially when you may have various stakeholders wanting you to fill roles yesterday , but trust me when I say that it’s much better to put the work in on the front end to do your best to find the right person. Volunteers that have fun together typically stay engaged and retained.

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DipJar

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

By using these ideas to diversify your nonprofit’s revenue streams, you’ll get the added benefit of increased community networking. In addition to bringing in revenue, fundraising through restaurant partnerships can help your organization to spread awareness about your cause by associating your name with a popular business in your community.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 24, 2013

Net2Local, TechSoup Global’s grassroots #nptech community-building initiative has (almost) reached the end of 2013. We’ll be inviting our organizers to dress up in scrubs and hold personalized consultations for social benefit groups in their community. Sounds like a lot of fun? Hi friends!

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