CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For this fundraising event, you’ll need to team up with a local paint and sip store like Pinot’s Palette or Painting with a Twist that’s willing to paint it forward with a percentage of the night’s proceeds going to your cause. Pumpkin Carving Contest. To make it even more fun, consider having a local celebrity (i.e.

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Qgiv

JULY 5, 2023

Pere-to-peer fundraising is more than just a physical event, and there are many campaign ideas your organization to test out, including: Contests Challenges Crowdfunding DIY fundraising A-thon events Network fundraising Virtual storefronts Giving days And more!

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

Design a local route with varying distances to be both competitive and family-friendly. Ask your local donut maker to donate a portion of their proceeds on June 7 to your cause, or ask a favorite hot dog shack to give special coupons for a free or discounted frank to the folks that donate to you in a given time period. Bike-a-Thon.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Need some inspiration for your holiday fundraising celebrations? You can even reach out to your local mall to see if they’ll allow you to set up a booth so shoppers can head straight to you after they’ve made their holiday purchases. When the holidays roll around, expand your giving day to celebrate the holidays with your supporters.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 9, 2024

And what better way to celebrate the iconic 150th Anniversary of the Kentucky Derby than by hosting a fundraising party with a purpose? Silent Auction Partner with local businesses or collect unique experiences to create a silent auction. Allow the sponsor to announce the winners and get photos to share for next year.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 19, 2022

Winter is the time to celebrate holidays with family and friends, watch the snow fall, and try to stay warm with a variety of hot beverages and fluffy socks. Holiday Baking Competition Invite local bakers to participate in a holiday baking contest. Invite local soup connoisseurs to participate in a soup or chili cook-off. .

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NetWits

MAY 25, 2011

Hold contests. Create contests that reward fundraising activity. You probably already receive support from many local companies. Meeting the people who will be helped and seeing the places that will be impacted by their efforts will give your fundraisers extra motivation. Celebrate their milestones.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Coming up with a fundraiser that kids will be excited to participate in without placing any additional burdens on pandemic-exhausted parents can be a tricky balancing act. To meet this demand, consider partnering with a local tree farm or nursery to host a Christmas tree or Christmas wreath fundraiser. Balloon raffle. Restaurant night.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Giving Days are not a new idea and have been successful in local communities and entire states, like GiveMN which raised $2 million in 24 hours using the Razoo platform. Razoo has promoted local giving days, including Twive and Receive and recently announced reaching a milestone of raising $100 million. What about you?

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

You’ve come to the right place! From actors, to reality tv stars, to musicians, there are a number of celebrities who will film a shoutout for your auction. Some things to ask for might include: Book collections Technology, like phones, laptops, tablets Certificates to local businesses Art pieces. Spy-themed Auction.

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CauseVox

MAY 3, 2021

Here are some of the best kinds of organizations and businesses to connect with: Local businesses: If there’s a business just down the street from you, they’re a great place to start when you look for event sponsors. When they sponsor your event, the local community sees their name and their commitment to philanthropy.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2021

Your attendees can buy tickets at different price points and also donate to your organization, right in one place. You can provide the beverages, or just rent out a room at a local bar or brewery. As a bonus, try to secure some great prizes from your corporate and/or local partners for the winning team. Host A Challenge.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteer appreciation gifts help show volunteers that your organization celebrates their hard work and recognizes their efforts. Gift cards Give your volunteers a gift card to their favorite local business or restaurant. You can host a contest for your volunteers to come up with designs for their blankets.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 6, 2020

Inspired by the car parades that have brought joy to so many during these times of social distancing, we are offering this option to convene our community, while safely spread apart, as we hit the road to celebrate together.” Option #2: Participants are invited to pain their porch or workplaces neon, with judging taking place on September 18.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Giving Tuesday is a day of global generosity and charitable giving that takes place on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving in the United States. You can, however, join your local Giving Tuesday movement to localize your efforts. Team up with local news. Try reaching out to local performers and catering companies.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Connections: Relationships to lawmakers, celebrities, newsrooms. For events, ongoing series, or recurring celebrations online, consider the following options for publicity: 1. Many of us are familiar with local businesses sponsoring local sports teams. Mentions at different times and places during any festivals you host.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

Instead of serving everyone at a single location, consider a catered meal delivered to each of your donors from a local restaurant. Consider things like ebooks, video or audio files, or even a private livestream session with a celebrity. Why not consider comedy, dancing, theater, or even an interview with a celebrity?

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Connection Cafe

MAY 2, 2012

Or maybe it is the life-size Angry Birds games, high jump wall, hot wings contest, or 40-yard dash contests that keep this such a great place to work? There are many places that the talented people of the Convio Engineering team could work, but few places could offer the meaning of the work we do here.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 8, 2017

Hold contests. Create contests that reward fundraising activity. You probably already receive support from many local companies. Celebrate their accomplishments annually with a thank you party/dinner/reception/etc. Celebrate their milestones. Arrange meet-and-greets with celebrities at events.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Virtual: Online auctions are a category in and of themselves, allowing attendees to view items remotely using live streaming or images while they place online bids. They may be able to work with local stores or boutiques that act as sponsors and also get to show off their collections.

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Qgiv

JUNE 22, 2021

Peer-to-peer fundraising will likely naturally take place on social media, but you can take it a step further by adding a fun, competitive element. In particular, DIY fundraisers are popular for those who want to celebrate something or garner support, but instead of the support directed at them, it’s for a cause they care deeply about.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 28, 2008

For my 50th birthday, I held a 50th Birthday Card Photo Remix Contest on flickr and donated $50 the winner's favorite charity. What about a gift in their honor to celebrate the special day. April: We celebrate Earth Day this month. If you're a blogger, you can run a comment for a donation contest.

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Tech Soup

MAY 7, 2013

Microsoft has placed an Office 365. Fundacja TechSoup in Poland, in a close partnership with Dokukino and other local organizations from the Western Balkans, has launched open challenges for the best technology-based social projects that address transparency and accountability issues in the the Bosnia and Hercegovina, Kosovo, and Serbia.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2015

Kickstarter is a perfect place for nonprofits to appeal to small-time donors. Kickstarter also gives nonprofits a place to go when they’ve come to a dead end. Disruptive Model: Contest Crowdfunding. Joe, what you are missing are the contest platforms,” said Michael. ” A rocket took Armstrong to the moon.

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The Modern Nonprofit

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Festive Fundraising: 10 Inspiring Ideas to Spread Joy and Generosity ‘Tis the season to give, create, and celebrate the goodness within all of us! Introduction The holiday season holds a special place, not just on our calendars, but also in our hearts.

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Museum 2.0

JANUARY 16, 2013

There were some locals who stumbled in unaware, but mostly, this was an insider's event for people who know and love Ze's particular brand of emotional connection mediated through online participation. To get lots of participation, always celebrate the human quality of the work. The activities had a really low barrier to entry.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Golf Tournament Bring together avid golfers and local philanthropists—in many cases, they’re one and the same—for a day on the greens. Sports Tournament Organizing a sports tournament can attract local teams and sports enthusiasts to compete in games like soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, and more.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 14, 2010

The whole idea got started a year ago when James Leventhal who is Deputy Director for the Contemporary Jewish Museum asked me if I would design some trainings for the local arts community. James assembled a group of funders and the talented Clay Lord from Theatre Bay Area , a local arts service organization to help implement project.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

For example, one of our local clients, Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (VISTE), runs VISTEBall, a golf-themed event that combines the fun of a golf tournament with the convenience of an indoor event. Take advantage of your supporters’ desire to celebrate (especially as we come out of the COVID-19 pandemic) and host a St.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

You can also make announcements in other places, like small groups, Wednesday-night church, Bible studies, and other gatherings. Team up with local businesses. Teaming up with local businesses and franchises is a fantastic way to do that. Or a baking contest? What about a themed cook-off that emphasizes local agriculture?

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Qgiv

JULY 11, 2023

Current donors are a great place to start when searching for major gift potential. Another place to look for potential major donors is your sponsors. Local influencers. Appealing to influential community members and local celebrities is another way to provide your organization with networks of potential major donors.

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Care2

AUGUST 16, 2008

These tactics will resonate much more with the YouTube audience than a piece you think is hip or one that features a celebrity. One example is 24HoursforDarfur who has collected over 800 videos from celebrities, elected officials, and citizens urging Congress to do more about the genocide in Darfur. Why or why not?

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Care2

JULY 14, 2008

These tactics will resonate much more with the YouTube audience than a piece you think is hip or one that features a celebrity. One example is 24HoursforDarfur who has collected over 800 videos from celebrities, elected officials, and citizens urging Congress to do more about the genocide in Darfur. Why or why not?

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 30, 2023

Year-end fundraising events are not just about tapping into the season’s spirit of giving; they’re about celebrating the journey, acknowledging the challenges overcome, and setting the tone for the year ahead. Hold a contest with rewards for Best Dressed or Best Background. PHOTOGRAPHY: BFA.COM 2.

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

If you’re looking for a creative, fun fundraising idea to engage supporters and boost your funding, you’ve come to the right place! And, instead of limiting your events just to those in the local area or to those who have the means to travel, you can actually open them to anyone on the internet!

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Traditional year-end fundraising events, such as galas, are meant to celebrate your hard work, reflect on your impact, and thank your donors and sponsors. The multi-faceted approach allows your fundraising to take place before and during the event with different appeals and even bidding competitions. Traditional Events.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

If you’ve been in the industry for a while, you probably know a little bit about the importance of this holiday celebrating generosity. Photo Contest. Especially when so many transactions take place in one day, the last thing you want is for data to mysteriously go missing during the campaign. Fundraising Letters. Text-to-Give.

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