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Bright Idea: Hybrid Scavenger Hunt Fundraiser

Qgiv

We make meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 6 through 13, in communities across Central Kentucky. For more than 60 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. What they did.

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Top Lessons from GivingTuesday 2023

Neon CRM

GivingTuesday is an opportunity for people to give back to their communities by donating money, volunteering their time, or advocating for causes that they believe in. If that’s the case, we’d expect to see a high volume of one-time donations made by donors who never engage with a nonprofit after their initial transaction.

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37 Spring Fundraising Ideas for Small Nonprofits

Whole Whale

If you know you have a supporter base that are planning to give up drinks, treats, or Starbucks, challenge them to donate what they would spend on those weekly cocktails or daily croissants to your cause. Donate on Her Behalf (March 8). For a laugh, put different donation amounts in the eggs that kids are finding.

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How to Host a Giving Day: A Guide for Nonprofits

Qgiv

The key to giving days’ success is their time-sensitive nature where donors only have 24 hours to donate to your campaign and help you reach your fundraising goals. For example, Colorado Gives Day and Kentucky Gives Day are both statewide giving days that are dedicated to supporting local nonprofits in the state. Follow up afterward.

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7 Spring Fundraising Ideas to Enhance Your Relationship With Current Donors

CauseVox

The daffodils are blooming, the Kentucky bluegrass is coming in, and the winter jackets are headed toward the back of the closet. A tour educates and inspires your donors, giving them the backstory to understand why their donations are so vital to operations. Diversify Digital Donation Options For Your Donors. It’s spring!

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40+ Unforgettable Live Auction Items that Sell Well

Bloomerang

Adventure experience For the thrill seekers in your nonprofit’s audience, consider offering adventure experiences like: White water rafting Camping/glamping Rock climbing Skydiving Caving Partner with local adventure companies to see if they’d be willing to donate local experiences that are unique to your area.

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Funding And Grant Resources For Nonprofits Focused On Youth Programs

Kindful

Good Sports creates opportunities in sports and physical activity for kids through donations of brand new sports equipment, apparel, and footwear. Areas served: Kentucky, southern Indiana. Grants typically range from $500-$2,000, depending on such factors as mission alignment and availability of funds. Areas served: US. Good Sports.

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