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Fundraiser vs. Friendraiser vs. Waste of Time

The Fundraising Authority

After listing a number of events the Scranton branch has hosted over the past year, the voice on the other end of the line say, incredulously, “You held a tsunami-relief fundraiser that lost money…” To which Michael replies, “Okay, no, that was a FUN-raiser. I think I made that very clear on the flyer.

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Fundraiser vs. Friendraiser

Greater Giving

In this article we’ll explore the differences between hosting a Fundraiser and Friendraiser, so you can choose which is right for you! What’s the Difference Between a Fundraiser and a Friendraiser? A Friendraiser is an intimate event where you personally introduce your friends to the mission of the organization.

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Guest Post by Steve MacLaughlin: Creating a Social Networking Strategy (Part 0)

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

Friendraising Not Fundraising If the reason why you want to use social networks is just to raise money, then stop now. The premise of the article misses the point and ignores a fundamental principle of fundraising ? Focus on friendraising first. If you do a good job, then the fundraising will follow. Lose control.