Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

The summer brings with it the opportunity to take advantage of the great weather and use the great outdoors for great fundraising. We’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. Set a fundraising goal to sponsor a nail color on National Nail Polish Day (June 1) in the spirit of Movember.

Ideas 98

Ideas Fundraising Movie National 98

CauseVox

MARCH 4, 2021

If you’re part of a sorority or fraternity or an alum of a fraternal organization, you know that an important element of your Greek life is fundraising for your organization. But that doesn’t make you an expert in fundraising. Let’s take a look at how you can create an amazing fundraiser for your sorority or fraternity.

Examples 79

Examples Fundraising Ideas Chapter 79

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 1, 2021

Facebook fundraising makes it easy for supporters to show their support of your mission with a quick donation. Facebook fundraising tools are designed to keep people on the site rather than send them to a crowdfunding platform or other website. Despite the downsides, Facebook can be a powerful fundraising tool.

Facebook 124

Facebook Game Fundraising Campaign 124

NetWits

JUNE 2, 2011

Register for our Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Events Newsletter and get a monthly dose of quality content. Groupon , Care2 , Zynga and the like are already using gaming elements to drive fundraising, engagement, word-of-mouth sharing and stickiness amongst other things. Are you ready to add a gaming element to your fundraising efforts?

Game 238

Game Fundraising Ipod Virginia 238

Achieve

JUNE 21, 2023

As a nonprofit professional, you know that fundraising events are a key part of your organization’s fundraising portfolio. Finally, think about other potential sponsors that are dedicated to your cause or have a history of sponsoring fundraising events in your community.

Nebraska 52

Nebraska Fundraising Sponsor Channel 52

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Plus giving the mic and shining the spotlight on your volunteers also gives them a well-deserved moment to bask in the glow of genuine appreciation. Spend the day thanking instead of asking Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. She made it fun with decorations and a staff photo contest.

Gift 88

Gift Volunteer Celebrate Culture 88

NetWits

MARCH 8, 2012

It’s a day-to-day fact of life. And because fundraising continues to shift from offline to online nonprofits are faced with a growing need to find new and innovative ways to do fundraising through online sources. One-day fundraising events (i.e. Making Online and Social Fundraising the Focus.

Social Media 200

Social Media Raise Washington Online 200

Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

Now that we’re entering a new post-COVID era, nonprofit leaders need to think about what virtual fundraising will look like in the future. It looks like virtual fundraising is here to stay! 25+ Virtual Fundraising Ideas to Try Out Best Virtual Fundraising Strategies Virtual Fundraising Software: Our Top Picks.

Virtual 69

Virtual Ideas Guide Fundraising 69

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 10, 2021

When you start a new nonprofit, you realize pretty quickly that with so many options, it’s important that you pick the right fundraiser to get the money flowing. Any fundraising event takes time to plan and effort to pull off successfully. Is a 5K the right fundraiser for your new nonprofit? Which one should you choose?

Fundraising 59

Fundraising Movie Money Game 59

Whole Whale

MAY 8, 2020

When it comes to fundraising for Mother’s Day, let’s start with some facts. And yet, Mother’s Day is often an untapped day of giving when it comes to annual fundraising. We recognize that in the age of coronavirus, many traditional fundraisers and in-person events are difficult to execute safely. Jewelry for a Cause.

Ideas 59

Ideas Fundraising Org Local 59

NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

As with anything in life, if you want to see results you have to make time for it. If you want your next big fundraising event to be a success, you’ve got to put in the time to make sure it happens. An integrated promotion approach for your next fundraiser is going to give you the most payoff. That’s where promotion comes in.

Hype 69

Hype Fundraising Jordan Captivate 69

Qgiv

OCTOBER 21, 2021

In addition to daily life skills, Direct Service Professionals help residents learn volunteer skills, shopping, money management, employment skills, and how to access their community. Emmaus client Randy shares how the organization has enriched his life. Fundraising and Events. Shared Living. The Emmaus-ing Race.

Missouri 52

Missouri Advocacy Skills National 52

Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Just like identifying an ideal donor profile is useful for fundraising, your social media presence should cater to your defined target audience. Or, showcase a fundraising event’s atmosphere on your story to let your supporters experience it virtually. Let’s dive in!

Social Media 52

Social Media Media Build Social 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

Events are many people’s favorite thing about charity fundraising. While many of these fundraising event staples are great, such as fancy galas and golf tournaments, circumstances aren’t always ideal for in-person gatherings. A Gala is a well-known charity fundraising event. 7) Shopping. 11) Live entertainment.

Virtual 353

Virtual Ideas Fundraising Stream 353

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. However, if someone well-known in your community asks for gifts to be made to your organization—whether it’s for a special life-cycle event or because they participated in your walkathon—you may want to save these up and send the honoree a weekly list.

Donor 89

Donor Gift Charity Newsletter 89

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Storytelling is an essential fundraising skill for nonprofits. One of the most amazing nonprofit storytellers I ever heard in my life is Alberto Cairo (International Committee of the Red Cross) who delivered a truly inspirational speech during the International Fundraising Congress closing plenary. How #MyGivingStory Works.

Storytelling 50

Storytelling Resource Practice Lebanon 50

Qgiv

APRIL 21, 2023

On April 16-18, 2023, 3,600+ fundraising professionals descended on New Orleans, LA for AFP ICON’s 63 rd annual conference, the largest turnout in six years. Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z all share an interest in engaging with organizations through peer-to-peer fundraising. Be intimate with your data.

Social Media 52

Social Media Trend Storyboard Montana 52

Classy

JULY 26, 2021

Kick off a powerful fundraising campaign to raise money for their missions . Checklists for Crowdfunding, Peer-to-Peer, and Event Fundraising Campaigns. How to Nail Your Fundraising On National Nonprofit Day . This national holiday offers nonprofits the opportunity to: Spread awareness of their impact to new audiences.

National 105

National Donor Nonprofit Celebrate 105

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2015

6 Fundraising Platforms That Have Disrupted Charitable Giving Forever – Guest Post by Joe Waters. A college grad researching a career in fundraising recently asked me what’s changed since I started in the field. Disrupting Fundraising Since: 2000. Disrupting Fundraising Since: 2004. Everything,” I replied.

Platform 50

Platform Giving Fundraising Game 50

NetWits

JUNE 22, 2011

Register for our Event Fundraising Newsletter to receive monthly content and resources specifically for event fundraising professionals. It’s a pretty common goal for most organizations who run fundraising events. Add more registrants and you’ll likely improve your fundraising total – logic tells us.

Causes 202

Causes Sample Script Support 202

NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 16, 2014

Get Your Own Life Under Control. If you’re an ED working 50+ hours a week and your work/life balance is a mess, getting your life back has to be priority #1. Your whole change-the-world plan is so dependent on the support of your life-partner. When your home life is a mess, no doubt your work life will suffer.

Fundraising 56

Fundraising Life Mexico Money 56

Tech Soup

APRIL 5, 2013

And we love chronicling daily life. We photograph breakfast, road signs, sunsets, and precious moments in between life happenings because that's the power of storytelling. Fundraising Marketing social media video community webinars tsdigs digital storytelling' We are visual creatures. Join us on Thursday, April 11 at 11 a.m.

Digital 56

Digital Story Storytelling Contest 56

Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2022

From knowing your target audiences to getting them to donate, there’s a lot you need to know as a fundraiser. Host a fundraising auction to raise even more. Encourage donors to take part in fundraising events. Another great way to raise money for nonprofits is to host fundraising events.

Raise 52

Raise Money Guide Nonprofit 52

Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 24, 2012

How to Prepare Your Community for a Major Change « The Community Manager – "Change: it’s the one constant in life. " Direct Energy | Direct Energy Contest | Reduce Your Use for GoodReduce Your Use – "Nonprofits, you know it: small changes can make a big difference.

Web 137

Web New York City Bookmarking Philanthropy 137

NetWits

MARCH 7, 2011

Description: As non-profits turn their sights to the social web for mission delivery, advocacy, fundraising and awareness building, more for-profits organizations are supporting charity work with specialized programs and initiatives. Title: Social Media for Social Good: How Digital Charity is Changing our World. He loves bacon.

Blackbaud 266

Blackbaud YouTube Profit University 266

Amy Sample Ward

JUNE 22, 2011

SmartOnline just wrapped up an Invent Your Mobile App contest. St Louis Volunteen won, two Millennials are the ones that developed it – geolocation app to find volunteering opportunities, find contests, find things tied to schools, and sharing on social media. Large scale fundraising events? Mobile Roadmap.

Mobile 137

Mobile St. Louis Donor Blackberry 137

Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Now that we’re well into 2021 and approaching a post-COVID reality in many parts of the world, nonprofit professionals have pondered what fundraising events will look like with both in-person and virtual engagements. You already know that virtual auction fundraisers are possible and fruitful, but the possibilities are almost endless.

Ideas 59

Ideas Online Virtual Hosting 59

Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

For your nonprofit, this means the holiday season opens the door to opportunities for fundraising success— and there’s no better way to kick off this successful year-end fundraising push than to participate in Giving Tuesday ! See how Qgiv can help you bring your Giving Tuesday campaign ideas to life! Let’s get started!

Campaign 98

Campaign Ideas Giving Tips 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 18, 2011

The chapter also talks about what may happen in real life: a sponsor may not be happy with the results and the book offers some good tips for dealing with this situation. It covers group buying sites, Facebook “Like&# Campaigns, Fundraising with Twitter Hashtags, and Blogs.

Causes 97

Causes Marketing Chapter Case Study 97

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 29, 2008

Peter Deitz, of Social Actions , is an expert on micro philanthropy and social fundraising. If you want to learn about this topic, you must read his blog and his slide presentations are not to be missed: Peter Deitz, Personal Fundraising Presentation. Peter Deitz, Working With Wired Fundraisers. and change a child's life.

Personal 50

Personal Fundraising Slides Contest 50

Care2

AUGUST 12, 2012

When you focus on one-off marketing campaigns (even if they are done through multiple channels) that don’t have a long shelf life, you see a quick bump and everyone at the organization is jumping for joy. And of course don’t forget to map out your year-end fundraising campaign. Do a homepage hijack. A/B testing.

Campaign 71

Campaign Support Strategy Contest 71

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 8, 2010

As more and more nonprofits and individuals flock to social networks, creating acacophony of fundraising pitches and the subsequent cause fatigue, how can organizations scale? charity:water was one of the first to create it's own social network for fundraising. Think Relay for Life fundraising pages with a different theme.

Cancer 94

Cancer Social Network Celebrate Contest 94

Connection Cafe

AUGUST 6, 2020

Get more tips from Shana in the upcoming free webinar “Reimagining your Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Program”. Life’s most memorable occasions are fleeting – weddings, graduations, a trip to the zoo, a concert. Some events are seeing significant demand and as a result have required RSVPs and car-based fundraising minimums.

Virtual 33

Virtual Cancer Childhood Contest 33

Connection Cafe

JANUARY 13, 2021

Center for Breast Health Services and the Women’s Wellness on Wheels mobile unit, which provides life-saving screenings to women in the Augusta, GA community. Their reimagined event’s fundraising total of $361K+ surpassed the previous year! They made it fun by challenging participants to a car decorating contest!

Personal 40

Personal Examples Cancer Virtual 40

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 26, 2008

he is the 20th person from Southeast Asia has told me that they can't donate and have it count towards to the contest because of the lack of PayPal support. If you have not yet donated $10 to this important cause, please click here and change a child's life. He isn't the first potential donor to tell me that.

Paypal 56

Paypal Donation Asia Japan 56

Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 9, 2020

With the shift to virtual fundraising and engagement over the past several months, technology is more important than ever before for the nonprofit sector. At OneCause, we specialize in supporting nonprofit organizations through virtual fundraising, particularly charity auctions. Peer-to-peer fundraising software. Let’s dive in.

Virtual 47

Virtual Build Stream Registration 47

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 11, 2010

Since this was an experiment to test social networking, I did not send an appeal to friends and family in the way people do when they raise funds for a run or walk, or want you to vote for a particular contest. I wasn’t able to fully engage and immerse myself in the project; life on the outside took over. All are captured here ).

Nashville 97

Nashville Twitter Blogger Contest 97