By Cassie Kale One of the key factors to a successful fundraising event and future fundraising events is to follow up with the supporters, volunteers and participants after the fundraiser is completed and the numbers are tallied! Taking the time to add that personal touch will go a long way in the eyes of your…
By Sandy Rees Many small nonprofit organizations start out fundraising with grass-roots activities like bake sales and car washes. At some point, the organization must graduate to more sophisticated fundraising techniques to survive and grow. A more formalized fundraising program includes establishing an annual fund and raising money from donors who give because they believe…
By Sandy Rees In the world of fundraising, we know that building relationships with donors is critical. One key skill that every good fundraiser must develop is the ability to converse effectively with others. For many, meeting with and talking to donors is out of their comfort zone. If you fit this description, spend the…
By Sandy Rees One thousand dollars may not seem like a lot of money to some nonprofits, but to small organizations, it can be a large sum of money. Here are 7 great ideas to quickly raise $1,000. 1. Do an “Easy Thousand.” Get 10 Board members, volunteers, or donors to each ask 10 people…
By Laurie Dunnavant Raising funds for any organization can be a daunting task. Setting solid and useful goals for your event is a critical step toward a hugely successful outcome. Here are some great tips on setting your goals and getting you started on your way to a profitable and fun fundraising event. Don’t settle…
By Sandy Rees Getting and staying organized is very important to successful fundraising. If you promise donors that they’ll receive a regular newsletter or update from your organization, you’ve got to put systems in place to make sure that happens. If not, your donors may start to lose faith in you. At the beginning of…
By Sandy Rees Special events are commonly used by nonprofits to raise money. From dinner/galas with silent auctions to golf tournaments and everything in between, millions of dollars are raised each year to support the work of nonprofit organizations. Getting people to attend your special events can be a challenge, particularly if your organization is…
By V. Blaze We are in difficult economic times and fundraising is becoming increasingly more difficult. Schools are taking a hard look at the fundraisers they are offering, being more creative with their choices, and understanding what the return expectations are of the school families and community. Parent volunteers are seeking to bring some of…
By Robinn Lange Fundraising has become an essential element to schools, scouts, sports and cheerleading teams, youth sports leagues, and other community groups in both small towns and major urban areas. The need for fundraising has become of greater importance than ever before for a variety of needs ranging from playground equipment, uniforms, and trips,…
Major donors can be a great source of revenue for any nonprofit organization. Gifts from major donors are usually pretty easy to cultivate and receive. But how do you identify the ‘diamonds in the rough’ from a large pool of potential donors? Watch for donors who self-identify themselves. A donor who has a strong tie…
