42 Community Service Ideas for Your Club
Wild Apricot
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
Looking for the best community service ideas for your club? Check out these 42 ideas and examples for all seasons, volunteer ages and types of event.
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Download the A-to-Z List of Live & Silent Auction Item Ideas!
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 29, 2023
650 ideas listed, millions of dollars raised, this guide is a must to spell success in planning for your next benefit live and silent auctions. Download today to get started on brainstorming amazing ideas for unique live and silent auction items! Get your copy of this Essential Auction Resource for Nonprofits.
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Mastering The Art Of Idea Generation And Sharing
Bloomerang
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Whether you’re part of a nonprofit, a dynamic team, or an individual on a mission, having a well-defined strategy for quickly creating and sharing fresh ideas is a must-have in our times. To stay healthy, nonprofits must continually generate and share new ideas. We’ll have 20 minutes for idea generation. Give everybody a turn.
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3 Great Unusual Fundraising Ideas
The Fundraising Authority
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
When small and midsized non-profits are looking for new fundraising ideas, they are usually given ideas that require a lot of work for only a little return. Of the three unusual fundraising ideas we are presenting today, this one is probably the most “mission-driven” (the one that is most closely tied with your organization’s mission).
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Download the Ultimate A to Z List of Live & Silent Auction Item Ideas
NonProfit PRO
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
Download The Ultimate A-to-Z List of Live & Silent Auction Item Ideas for Benefit Auction Success today to get started on brainstorming amazing ideas for unique live and silent auction items!
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10 Powerful Online Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits
Nonprofit Tech for Good
JULY 4, 2021
For fundraising initiatives that require a little more love – like charity auctions and virtual events – below is a list of ten powerful fundraising ideas to help you pave your new-and-improved path. This no cost, low effort idea diversifies your fundraising efforts to engage supporters in a new way.
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Download the Ultimate A to Z List of Live & Silent Auction Item Ideas
NonProfit PRO
MARCH 24, 2023
Download The Ultimate A-to-Z List of Live & Silent Auction Item Ideas for Benefit Auction Success today to get started on brainstorming amazing ideas for unique live and silent auction items!
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30 Virtual and Hybrid Event Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits
Nonprofit Tech for Good
MARCH 25, 2022
Here are a few ideas about how to make virtual/hybrid versions of your favorite in-person events. Why not take some of these ideas and apply them to a fundraising format? Another fun scavenger hunt idea is to hire a developer to alter your website’s layout, placing hints across the pages in order to provide players with clues.
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75 Top Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits
Neon CRM
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Coming up with fresh fundraising ideas for nonprofits isn’t always easy. But there’s always a new twist on an old idea—or even an old idea you haven’t thought of before! To make it easy, here’s a list of 75 fundraising ideas for nonprofits. To make it easy, here’s a list of 75 fundraising ideas for nonprofits.
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15 Successful and Safe Outdoor Fundraising Event Ideas
NonProfit PRO
MAY 20, 2021
Heat up your summer with these outdoor event ideas! Especially while navigating the effects of the pandemic on fundraising, outdoor events are a great solution to bring your supporters together to champion your cause safely.
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101 Charity Auction Item Ideas
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 22, 2021
Your committee may have lots of ideas for items to go after, but if you’re lacking in the creativity department, check out FrontStream’s list of 101 awesome auction items. Download the FREE eGuide today to help your nonprofit find creative item ideas for your auction! Even the “easy” items take work to procure.
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The Top Charity Event Ideas to Know for 2020
Nonprofit Tech for Good
JANUARY 23, 2020
Just as online fundraising has evolved over the past decade, so have fundraising event ideas. Black tie galas and silent auctions will always be mainstays, but there are new and exciting trends in charity event ideas that can help keep donors interested. Here are a few specific ideas: Cooking classes. Experiential fitness.
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5 Inspiring Social Media Ideas for #GivingTuesday
The Modern Nonprofit
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Here are five ideas to help you step up your social media game this #GivingTuesday : 1. The post 5 Inspiring Social Media Ideas for #GivingTuesday appeared first on The Modern Nonprofit. build anticipation with a #GivingTuesday countdown Have you heard of the Rule of 7 ? You might even inspire their friends to give, too!
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Keeping Your Attendees Engaged: 4 Virtual Event Ideas
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 7, 2021
These tested virtual event ideas are sure to help you connect with your supporters and raise awareness about your cause. Here are my top four virtual event ideas to add to your fundraising calendar.
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Year-Round Fundraising Event Ideas | Infographic
Greater Giving
JANUARY 3, 2023
But you may be struggling to come up with fundraising event ideas for an event that’s both fun and profitable. In addition, organizing your events ahead of time, will allow you to focus your energy on execution rather than finding new ideas. With monthly fundraising event ideas, you will always be prepared to raise funds all year long.
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Ideas & Strategies to Increase Recurring Giving Now!
NonProfit PRO
JULY 5, 2023
Register today and join us for this transformative webinar to learn directly from renowned recurring giving expert and author, Erica Waasdorp. Discover how to unleash the power of recurring giving to cultivate donor loyalty, multiply your revenue, and amplify your impact for long-term, sustainable fundraising success.
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Giving Tuesday Advice: Insights and Ideas for Your Upcoming Campaign
DonorPerfect
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
If your organization passes it up, you won’t just miss out on a day’s worth of donations – you could be missing out on a chance to inspire Read More » The post Giving Tuesday Advice: Insights and Ideas for Your Upcoming Campaign appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.
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27 Cheap Fundraiser Ideas for Nonprofits
Neon CRM
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
However, with a bit of creativity and determination, there are plenty of cheap fundraiser ideas that can help you reach your goals. Affordable Ideas for Your Nonprofit’s Next Fundraiser In this blog post, we’ve curated a list of 27 affordable fundraising ideas specifically tailored for nonprofits.
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9 Socially-Distant Donor Engagement Ideas for Nonprofits
Nonprofit Tech for Good
JANUARY 24, 2021
Keep the momentum going with these creative donor engagement ideas you can apply to your 2021 fundraising strategy: 1) Get personal with gratitude via thank-you videos. Your established experience in the nonprofit industry and your ability to adapt to ever-changing circumstances have gotten you this far.
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Giving Season Events: Ideas & How to Raise More
Donorbox
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Unique event ideas, fresh to the community and eagerly embraced by […] The post Giving Season Events: Ideas & How to Raise More appeared first on Nonprofit Blog. Beyond end-of-year donations, giving season events offer additional value, including attracting new supporters, building mailing lists, and boosting awareness.
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5 Creative Ideas For Year-End Giving Campaigns
OneCause
MAY 31, 2023
Use this list of 5 creative end-of-year giving campaign ideas to help your nonprofit develop successful, repeatable campaigns both during the holiday and throughout the rest of the year. The end of the year is a crazy time filled with family, holidays, excitement, and, of course, annual giving campaigns.
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11 Unique Fundraising Ideas for Arts Organizations
Neon CRM
AUGUST 25, 2023
This idea is a way to not only make personal connections in your community, but raise money while you do it. An Art-Themed Adventure Fundraiser A lot of the ideas on this list make use of the virtual options that expanded during the pandemic. But this idea delivers the kind of in-person experience that many people now crave post-2020.
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5 Great Gift Ideas for the Techies in Your Life
The MatrixFiles
DECEMBER 19, 2022
To give you a few great ideas, I polled my staff to see what gadgets they’re loving and what’s on their holiday wishlist. The post 5 Great Gift Ideas for the Techies in Your Life appeared first on Matrix Group International. it can be tough to know what gift to give that will be a joy and delight, and not outdated.
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5 Ideas to Use AI for Giving Tuesday Communications
DonorPerfect
AUGUST 22, 2023
As a nonprofit professional empowered with AI, you step into the role Read More » The post 5 Ideas to Use AI for Giving Tuesday Communications appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.
Best Fall Festival Fundraising Ideas
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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Club Fundraising Ideas: Engage Your Membership & Community
Wild Apricot
MAY 31, 2023
Need some fundraising ideas that fit your club's theme? Read on for fundraising ideas for clubs of any size—big or small.
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60 Profitable School Fundraising Ideas to Raise More
OneCause
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Explore these top school fundraising ideas to skyrocket your revenue generation. A powerful school fundraiser can help you boost your reach and revenue.
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The Worst Way to Share an Idea Is to Say, “I Have an Idea.”
Blue Avocado
JULY 19, 2021
How nonprofit employees can help ideas be heard and embraced Bryan has an idea for something he thinks might help his nonprofit. When Bryan says, “Here’s my idea,” it feels like a threat to Wanda’s energy, even if she’s open to hearing […]. The post The Worst Way to Share an Idea Is to Say, “I Have an Idea.”
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34 Clever Summer Fundraising Ideas
Whole Whale
APRIL 14, 2022
We’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. For any of these ideas make sure you have the following technical elements: Event name, date, and details in an email/flyer/social post. And now, for the ideas: 1. For ideas, check out the Tour de Fox event in wine country.
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20 Creative Christmas Fundraising Ideas – Updated (2022)
Donorbox
APRIL 10, 2022
But for fundraisers… it’s also about thinking of and executing creative and effective Christmas fundraising ideas. In our Thanksgiving Fundraising Ideas blog post, we talked about the importance of fundraising during November […].
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25+ Cheap Fundraising Ideas For Nonprofits On A Budget
Wild Apricot
MAY 21, 2023
Check out our list of 25 + cheap and inexpensive fundraising ideas to help you get started. Running a fundraiser on a tight budget?
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8 Great Activation Ideas and Examples in 2023
The Sponsorship Collective
JUNE 22, 2023
Here are some of the most standout activations thus far […] The post 8 Great Activation Ideas and Examples in 2023 appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective. Being on the cutting edge of activations can set you apart and drive more sponsorship your way, so what kinds of activations are getting all the headlines this year?
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Top Online Fundraising Ideas to Capture Donors’ Attention
OneCause
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
Take your fundraising to new heights with these top online fundraising ideas and tips. Online fundraising is the perfect way to boost your reach and revenue.
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Generating Activation Ideas
The Sponsorship Collective
AUGUST 15, 2022
The post Generating Activation Ideas appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective. They assume that an activation has to be epically, unspeakably cool and that that’s what matters most. The activation also must be expensive so it […].
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20 Club Event Ideas To DELIGHT Your Members! (+ Planning in 8 Steps)
Wild Apricot
JANUARY 31, 2023
The post 20 Club Event Ideas To DELIGHT Your Members! (+ Planning in 8 Steps) appeared first on WildApricot.
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Mastering Employee Engagement: Best Practices + 13 Ideas
Nonprofits Source
OCTOBER 6, 2023
In this guide, we’ll cover the following essentials: Employee Engagement FAQs Employee Engagement Dos and Don’ts Employee Engagement Program Ideas Employee Engagement Plan Template Let’s explore why employee engagement is so critical and how you can promote it on an everyday basis. We’ll go over some ideas later! Innovation challenges.
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10 Brilliant Social Media Content Ideas for Nonprofits
Bloomerang
APRIL 26, 2023
Here are easy-to-implement content ideas to help fill out your social media calendar. It is also a great idea to go LIVE and interact with your audience through live sessions. Schedule a Demo The post 10 Brilliant Social Media Content Ideas for Nonprofits appeared first on Bloomerang.
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12 Ideas for a Virtual Fundraiser or Online Event
Get Fully Funded
MAY 2, 2022
A few things to keep in mind for any virtual fundraising idea: Choose your technology carefully! Spend time using the platform you choose, and familiarize yourself with their tech support so you’ll feel confident when the big day arrives.The best fundraiser ideas always start with the audience in mind. Virtual Gala: Go fancy!
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What are the Most Profitable Fundraisers? 24 Ideas + 8 Top Tips!
Wild Apricot
JUNE 13, 2023
And how do you turn your ideas into a reality? Here's 24 ideas that'll get donations rolling in! What are the most profitable fundraisers?
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Silent Auction Ideas to Optimize Success
Greater Giving
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Silent Auction Ideas: Mastering Pricing and Selling Strategies In a recent survey 85% of nonprofits said they incorporate a silent auction to raise revenue at events. Silent Auction Ideas to Maximize Bids and Revenue Nicole reminded us that items rarely sell for their full declared item value.
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The Ultimate Online Fundraising: Guide + 10 Top Ideas
Bloomerang
JUNE 20, 2023
In this guide, we’ll cover the ins and outs of online fundraising, explaining how you can leverage various platforms and fundraising ideas to engage your supporters virtually. 10 effective online fundraising ideas Your online fundraising ideas may be virtual or hybrid. Here’s what to expect: What is online fundraising?
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10+ Unique Fundraising Ideas to Boost Awareness—and Revenue!
Wild Apricot
MAY 31, 2023
In this post, we offer ideas for unique fundraisers that will create buzz, generate donations, and take the worry out of asking for support.
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