CauseVox

AUGUST 23, 2023

From pumpkin carving contests to haunted houses, there are so many ways to embrace this new season with fresh ideas. The following fall festival fundraising ideas and action steps are great for any nonprofit looking to warm the hearts of their supporters and make a meaningful impact for their beneficiaries.

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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. Social media is a fast and effective way to reach a wide variety of supporters and potential donors. Looking for more ideas to take your fundraising efforts online?

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Whole Whale

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Halloween can give your nonprofit a great opportunity to have supporters run peer-to-peer fundraising for your cause. These are great communities to run peer-to-peer fundraising opportunities for causes that support the local area. Here are some fun peer-to-peer fundraising ideas to try with your supporters. Halloween bake sale.

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Nonprofits Source

JULY 25, 2023

If you’re gearing up to host a fundraiser, you might be scrambling to find the right marketing tactics to engage your audience. Rather than having to lead a marketing strategy on your own, expand your reach by tapping loyal ambassadors to support your organization. But there are plenty of other ways to implement an ambassador contest.

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Classy

JULY 26, 2021

On August 17, the United States celebrates National Nonprofit Day to recognize the impact of the social sector and highlight the importance of charitable organizations across the country. . This national holiday offers nonprofits the opportunity to: Spread awareness of their impact to new audiences.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

And, we know a lot more about how to host virtual events and engage an online audience than we did last year. Your online donation tool is one of the quickest and easiest ways for supporters to give to your cause. Offers another level of convenience, as both fundraisers and supporters can engage while in the comfort of their own homes.

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Whole Whale

JUNE 9, 2022

The goal is to give viewers a behind-the-scenes look at your nonprofit so they can see the positive impact you’re having and the difference that volunteers make. Host a Volunteer Open House. Build volunteer relationships, create new opportunities for existing supporters, and develop a donor pipeline. Volunteer Tools Bundle.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 10, 2020

Nonprofits can use socials to demonstrate their impact and engage their communities with this approach. . Organic posting, running contests, and incorporating social media marketing in emails are all great ways to get started on your branding journey. You can do simple things like: Host a Q&A session . Run a contest!

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

If your nonprofit hosts one or more fundraising events, you know that it’s easy to become predictable with the excuse that “we’ve always done this.” Attendees can support your cause by purchasing one-of-a-kind artwork. A cooking contest or bake-off might attract local foodies and aspiring chefs to share their best dishes.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

Host a Community Clean-Up. Think a walk-a-thon meets those highway sponsorship programs: Get supporters to sponsor teams at a rate of $X per pound of trash collected. Inspire your supporters to channel their inner Joey Chestnut and stuff their face for good. Host a Prom for a Purpose. Click To Tweet. Eat for Good.

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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. If this isn’t an option available in your area, consider securing a location to host your own paint and sip night. Pumpkin Carving Contest.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

That means you must have a comprehensive understanding of your supporters’ demographics and interests Leverage tools like your CRM platform and previous social media analytics to pinpoint who your audience is and what they care about. From there, you can curate a strategy to target a defined supporter group. Let’s dive in!

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

While these funds have a long-lasting impact, the event itself is over in the blink of an eye. For instance, when hosting a gala, you might use an elegant typeface on your social media banners. Start by looking in your inner circle—do any of your nonprofit colleagues have a significant following and would be willing to support you?

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

While these funds have a long-lasting impact, the event itself is over in the blink of an eye. For instance, when hosting a gala, you might use an elegant typeface on your social media banners. Start by looking in your inner circle—do any of your nonprofit colleagues have a significant following and would be willing to support you?

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The staff members at Emmaus Homes know that the people they support want to be independent. They believe in caring for the whole person, which is why they also provide social and spiritual support for their clients. Projects and Impact. Supported Living. Background and Mission. Get Involved. Advocacy and Volunteering.

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Classy

JUNE 1, 2021

In fact, data has found that nonprofits who are hosting virtual events are using the same channels and tactics to steward donors as they would in the in-person setting. Take some time to send direct messages to these supporters from your Instagram account and encourage them to help grow your following on social media. Emails (19.9%).

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Create an eye-catching donation form Steward donors with an email campaign Encourage donors to take part in fundraising events Get supporters to fundraise on your behalf with peer-to-peer fundraising Reach donors where they are – on their phones! Host a fundraising auction to raise even more. Create an eye-catching donation form.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 at the 92nd Street Y’s Belfer Center for Innovation and Social Impact in New York City. And don’t forget to use the hashtag #GivingTuesday to publicize your campaign and let supporters know about your involvement. And don’t forget to let your supporters opt-in to texts from your organization.

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Qgiv

APRIL 21, 2023

Build your pipeline of future donors with peer-to-peer fundraising Melaina Chromy of Qgiv teamed up with David Hawa of IRUSA in a session titled Build Bridges with Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: How to Connect Supporters with Your Mission for Long-Term Fundraising Success. Your least likely supporters may end up being your greatest advocates.

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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. When the holidays roll around, expand your giving day to celebrate the holidays with your supporters. Host a serve-a-thon.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 1, 2021

Facebook fundraising makes it easy for supporters to show their support of your mission with a quick donation. It is easy to post a link to a crowdfunding platform or to your website’s donation page, but letting supporters give directly through Facebook makes it even easier to capture impulse donors. I get that.

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Whole Whale

MAY 8, 2020

That means there is ample opportunity to leverage this day of gift-giving to bring joy to mothers around the world AND make an even greater impact for your organization. Here are a few easy ideas to inspire your supporters to make an impact this Mother’s Day for both moms AND your cause. Host a flower sale and take pre-orders.

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Achieve

DECEMBER 22, 2020

For one, it’s often largely supporter-initiated! Educate supporters about the basics of Facebook fundraising. Educate supporters about the basics of Facebook fundraising. Unlike other online fundraising efforts, Facebook fundraising is largely supporter-led. Consider pivoting your year-end events to Facebook. in advance.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 19, 2022

As a nonprofit fundraising professional, you have the power to turn the winter season into an opportunity to engage your supporters with a peer-to-peer fundraiser! 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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sgEngage

MAY 12, 2023

Live-streaming Tools Live-streaming gives your virtual event a more engaging, dynamic feel and opens up additional opportunities both to keep attendees interested and to ask for more support. Promoting s tock donations or your recurring giving program are great examples to inspire ongoing engagement to support your cause year round.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

GivingTuesday is a global movement allowing for a time and a space to support organizations that make a difference in our communities. All types of nonprofit organizations are encouraged to participate by launching a campaign that entices people to support them monetarily. ? There is no right or wrong way to participate. November 27 ?

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CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2021

Remember to set a dollar amount goal and periodically post updates throughout the day to let your supporters know how much you’ve raised (and how close you are to your goal). To securea matching gift, start with your closest supporters: your board. Of course you may be wondering how you can host this kind of event online.

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Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

India Social Entrepreneurship Journey, February 2010 Contest - Please support me! I’m so honored by your support and really look forward to a chance at sharing all the work from this network of changemakers with those on this journey! Please support me by voting and commenting here.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

Makers of the world united digitally this summer to host 2,513 events in 86 countries. Inspire ” video contest. In an effort to challenge wild card success, 14LCS keynote speaker Matt Groch and colleague/CEO Jason Saul introduced the Impact Genome Project (or “Moneyball for social impact”).

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Care2

OCTOBER 31, 2013

The 2013 Millennial Impact Report concluded that: "Millennials are highly selective about what organizations they follow in a crowded and noisy media landscape. The report''s top takeaway is that Millennials are supporting the causes that they are most passionate about, rather than specific institutions. Nearly half of respondents (48.8

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Our survey revealed that 62% of nonprofits host between 2-6 events per year. Are you looking for a fun, active, and impactful event option to raise money for your favorite cause? the cause you’re supporting, and your fundraising goals. Add fun elements like music between matches, skills challenges, or contests.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 24, 2021

In it, she will examine the key findings event planners uncovered while hosting virtual events and offer useful tips and tricks to create an engaging hybrid event. Sponsors will be eager to support hybrid events due to their expanded representation online and in-person. 5 Tips for a Successful Hybrid Event. Scale to Size.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 1, 2012

Social fundraising is when your nonprofit integrates tried and true fundraising techniques with social media to inspire your supporters to raise money from their networks on your behalf. Enter online fundraising contests. How To Marry Social Media with Fundraising. View more presentations from Beth Kanter.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

The goal of the project is to not simply host a contest, but "to help nonprofits think creatively about using technology to fulfill their missions, without having a fear of technology and by learning a new skill with an element of fun," says Susan Tenby, Director, Online Community and Social Media Team, TechSoup Global. read more.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 1, 2012

—– In 2011, Washington, DC, became one of the first major metropolitan regions to host a multimillion-dollar local giving day: Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington. You can read it and join the conversation on the SSIR blog , or read the copy below.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 14, 2010

The Value-add of Crowdsourcing: For me, the two biggest reasons to include crowdsourcing in your strategic design of community building or contests are: Crowdsourcing invites diversity by encouraging anyone with an idea or interest to participate. How do you keep supporters engaged in creating change over the long haul?

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteers are passionate about your cause, donate their time and skills to make a positive impact. You can host a contest for your volunteers to come up with designs for their blankets. A party Host a fun experience to show appreciation to volunteers. They’re passionate about your cause and support you for a reason.

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