Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 11, 2022

The snowball effect—if your event is fun, participants will come back year after year (along with new supporters). Below, we’ll show you how to build and incorporate a peer-to-peer campaign and share a few fun ideas to try, but first, we’ll explain what sets this form of social fundraising apart. Sounds good, right?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

If community engagement and growing your membership are bigger priorities over near-term fundraising, focus on bringing people together for something that’s fun and can include friends. Additionally, they felt that the tournament was so specific that it inhibited building awareness and attracting new supporters. 2) Brainstorm.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

Create awareness : Events give you a stage to share your story, educate people about your cause, and inspire them to take action. Engaged supporters often turn into long-term donors, volunteers, and advocates. Plan ahead : Start planning early to secure venues, recruit volunteers, and promote your event effectively.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 14, 2023

You might not be aware of this, but golf is one of the most popular sports in the United States. That’s because golf tournament fundraisers are a great way to raise money while building relationships with potential donors and volunteers. You can raise money and awareness at the same time. Golf is a popular sport.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

From peer-to-peer fun runs to bake sales, there’s no end to the types of fundraising events your nonprofit can host. Hosting a silent auction allows your nonprofit to: Provide supporters with an engaging, fun experience. Spread awareness of your nonprofit’s mission. Find new sponsors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

A CTA is an invitation to take action, such as donating, volunteering, signing up for something, signing a petition, pledging to do something, etc. Be aware of key accomplishments, metrics, testimonials, and milestones. The term “call to action” (CTA) is used multiple times in the list. your neighbors. your family members.

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Qgiv

MARCH 22, 2023

Create your pledge drive plan Manage behind-the-scenes tasks Recruit volunteers, participants, and sponsors Offer incentives Advertise your pledge drive Host a pledge drive Send your thanks Steps to Host a Pledge Drive 1. Pro tip: ask sponsors, local businesses, or major donors to donate prize items!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 25, 2019

Nonprofit fundraising events can be a great opportunity to bring the support of donors, volunteers, and fundraisers together in real life to rally around your cause, whether it’s through a nationwide 5k or a local bowl-a-thon. For example, are you looking to target volunteers, fundraisers, or even VIP donors? .

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

Google Ads are the sponsored links that appear within many Google searches. Increase volunteer participation. Increase awareness of their missions. The Greater New York chapter of Volunteers of America used its grant to increase its monthly giving program to more than 25 donors. Increase volunteer participation.

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Achieve

JUNE 11, 2021

Volunteers. Retaining volunteers from event to event helps your nonprofit planning team save time, but volunteers can also make for some of your best supporters. Previous volunteers are also particularly aware of how much work goes into an event and may subsequently be more likely to consider donating.

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

If you’re looking for a fun and exciting way to raise more money for your cause, a benefit concert is a perfect solution. A benefit concert is a musical event used to raise money or awareness for a charitable cause through ticket sales and other donations during the event. Crank up your nonprofit fundraising with a benefit concert!

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

At its best, a nonprofit fundraising event is fun. Awareness raising” meets folks at the very beginning of the development/marketing pipeline. Because the anticipated ROI at this point is modest, smart awareness-building strategies are broad brush and relatively inexpensive. Volunteers. Donor conversions. Local economics.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

Get by with fewer volunteers. It’s harder to create a fun event when everyone is sitting at home in front of their computer. Go into the planning stage of your virtual event with a can-do attitude, knowing you can create something fun and meaningful. Start early, and enlist volunteers to round up fantastic auction items.

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Whole Whale

JULY 17, 2024

Have people sign up for a fun field day, or pay to sponsor teams. Embarrass the Boss Add fun to team challenges by raising the stakes! The “classic rubber chicken” pairs a big dinner with speakers, performances, and more for an entertaining evening that raises awareness along with funds. Auction It Off 24.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

These mixed-audience events provide the traditional fundraiser experience many donors are craving while giving donors who would rather stay home plenty of options for getting involved and feeling like part of the fun. Create a playbook for staff and volunteers for discussing health regulations with guests.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Think of your nonprofit’s leaders, long-time volunteers, or beneficiaries who might have an inspiring story to tell. Sports Tournament and Raffle If your nonprofit’s team is feeling the pressure of burnout from constant fundraising strategies, plan an event that’s focused on fun!

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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. To make it even more fun, consider having a local celebrity (i.e. The purpose of no-shave November comes from cancer awareness. Bowl-a-Thon.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2021

In such a case, you may have trouble really inspiring board, volunteers and community members to commit to your mission with passion. You can sponsor and share research that may help with many of the world’s problems. You can sponsor and share research. . At first everyone was ‘gung ho;’ it was fun. WHY this project; .

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Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2022

Unlike a fun run or a 5K fundraiser, you don’t need to map out a racecourse or organize volunteers to man your event. Plan your read-a-thon campaign Find the right peer-to-peer fundraising platform Spread the word Engage corporate sponsors Support your fundraisers Let the read-a-thon begin Thank your donors and readers.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 24, 2019

You hear about fun runs, auctions and galas, but for a new nonprofit, it’s hard to know where to start. Events are fun and can be beneficial, but they may not always be the best option. If you’re concerned about funding, reach out to some corporate sponsors for support. Events are a cornerstone of nonprofit development.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2021

If this is the case for you and your nonprofit, you’re likely failing to inspire your board members, volunteers, and supporters to help you grow your mission. . Another way to think about this is to ask this question: If your organization ceased to exist , how upset would your board members, volunteers, and supporters be?

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Qgiv

APRIL 30, 2024

Fundraising galas are about building awareness, fostering connections, and developing a great community around your cause. For attendees, galas and silent auctions provide a fun night out to support a cause they care about. Overall, it’s vital to make your event something fun and special for all your guests.

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NTEN

AUGUST 1, 2011

Points and levels for volunteers and donors and offering incentives and fancy titles/recognition for advancement. Games that put your audience in the role of one of your volunteers or caregivers, to help them understand your cause better. Purpose: Recruiting new members, viral awareness-building.

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Pamela Grow

MAY 25, 2023

You may have to secure an event venue, recruit sponsors, and spin up a marketing strategy. But one of the most challenging aspects of peer-to-peer event planning is recruiting supporters who will act as volunteer fundraisers. Donors and volunteers. Make it easy to join your campaign. Prizes for top fundraisers.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

As awareness for this movement has grown, so has its success. Giving Tuesday is a great time to encourage your donors, staff, volunteers, and even board members to reach out to their own networks of friends, family, and professional connections. How does Giving Tuesday help nonprofits? Host an auction.

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Qgiv

MARCH 31, 2021

Recruit volunteers, 3. Here are some scenarios in which peer-to-peer fundraising could benefit your faith-based organization: Help raise money and awareness for an upcoming project. Increase awareness on relevant issues. You might even offer fun prizes to your top peer-to-peer participants like getting to dunk the youth pastor!

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Tech Soup

JUNE 27, 2016

Our Story of Tomorrow winner, SEEDS final from Seeds of Awareness , succeeds in filming youth at this moment of awakening. Best Use of Humor — The World Is Fun: Do 1 Thing. How do you get folks to volunteer their time? The nonprofit The World is Fun shows us a great option: make volunteering fun and easy.

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Whole Whale

MAY 8, 2020

Have your staff, supporters, beneficiaries, or volunteers design some special Mother’s Day card greetings unique to your cause. Raise dollars, build awareness, and gain names and addresses for future mailings all-in-one! Host a Mother’s Day wine-tasting event at the home of a donor or volunteer. Sip Sip, Rosé!

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 6, 2020

Be sure to staff the at-the-door line with more volunteers. Further, consider using silent auction software and mobile bidding to automatically inform guests when they’ve been outbid, and incorporate scoreboards to add a fun competitive element to the event. Further, ensure guests are well aware of when bidding is about to end.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2010

I should say I did recently hire a social media volunteer who helps me on a part-time basis. I’m a big believer in getting volunteers and interns to help be part of this growing space. With all of the crazy consumerism of the holidays, we tried to bring awareness to responsible and meaningful gifting – like giving to charities.

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Qgiv

APRIL 7, 2021

Your other fundraisers can watch the fun unfold and cheer on participants from the ground or via an online livestream of the activity. When it’s their turn, their equipment is sanitized before use, all volunteers, staff, and participants wear masks, and rappelers descend on different sides of the building.

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Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2022

Use your network connections with your staff, volunteers, and board members to see if they’d be willing to contribute or can help you get in touch with people who might be able to provide you with enticing prizes. Is there a volunteer in your community who’s known for their famous pies or cookies? Baked goods. Golf getaway.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 4, 2012

Note From Beth: I’m a huge fan of Giving Days because they raise the awareness, engagement, and donations to nonprofits and being generous. Last week, we watched as a national day of giving and awareness campaign for “Giving Tuesday” unfold and spur spikes in donations.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 24, 2016

Gamification can create a more meaningful experience for the customer, volunteer, or donor, just as it already does when people use their GPS systems, sensors for fitness, and even communicating with friends. Did it increase our organization’s awareness? Is communicating with volunteers easier?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 21, 2024

Today, text messaging platforms enable instant, direct interaction with wider audiences, facilitating greater fundraising, awareness campaigns, volunteer coordination, and real-time updates during crises. The open rate for text message marketing is a staggering 98% , which means almost every message you send out will be seen.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Charity Races like marathons, 5Ks, fun runs, or walkathons invite participants to register with your nonprofit and collect donations from their community, making every step count for your cause. Cyclists sign up for the ride and seek out people in their network to sponsor their participation. Foot Race These are a classic of the genre.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 1, 2014

of your social content should be based on fluff/fun to show that there are human beings behind your social media marketing. And good design ensures that your organization will always make strong first impressions in the minds of donors, prospects and volunteers. It generates brand awareness, builds buzz and increases credibility.

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