Selling Glow Sticks for a Fundraiser

Glowsticks make a great fundraiser wherever kids hang out. Our swim team has made lots of money selling these.

Break Into The Vault-How To Win Grant Money From Private Foundations

Non-profits searching for potential funders are often elated to find what seems to be a perfect fit, and then equally disappointed to learn that the Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Here is how to introduce your program to the Foundation and get invited to submit a proposal!

Great New Ways to Fundraise

Think out side of the box when it comes to fundraising. The old traditional ways to fundraise were great for your grandmother but now is the time to look for change. We are living in a face paced and dynamic society that expects a lot of fun, glitz and glamour with every thing they do. This includes fundraising. Look for ways to shake up the old school and turn out a new hip and exciting fundraising campaign.

Fundraising With Candy Bars

Have you ever wondered why candy bar fundraisers always seem so popular? It is because Americans love to eat chocolate. Billions of pounds of candy bars are consumed each year in America so why not employee Americas obsession with candy in your next fundraiser.

Fundraising With Sweet Goodies

Candy is an amazing way to fundraise. When you think about fundraisers candy always is popular. Do you know why? People love to eat candy, it's sweet, tasty and it allows tired adults to look back fondly on the days of there youth.

Increase Response For Your Nonprofit Organization By Getting To Know Your Donors

Copy that inspires larger donations, motivates more advocacy, or spurs greater response of any kind begins with knowing your donor. Strong copy is based on more than mere demographic or geographic data. Fundraising copy based on psychographics resonates with donors and it's a fundamental key to increased response. Included are several tips to reveal donor psychographics for your nonprofit organization.

Response Rates to Expect in Direct Mail Fundraising with Acquisition and Renewal Appeal Letters

What kind of response rates do your direct mail fundraising letters generate? That's a good question, since non-profit organizations need the highest response rates they can get in today's competitive environment. Direct mail is an expensive way to raise funds if your response rates are low and your average gift is small.

Why Fundraising Is The Same As Friendraising

We all know that people give money to people, not to organizations. That is why it is so important for nonprofits to target their potential large donors and figure out ways to draw them into the community that is the organization. When a large donor feels comfortable with the people involved, they will feel comfortable contributing to the success of those people.

Discover the Perfect Fundraising Opportunity for Your Next Event

Fundraising offers you the perfect opportunity to give back to your community or favorite organization. There are literally thousands of worthy causes that you could create the perfect...

Outreach Intent - The Key to Fundraising through Your Website

While it's true that your website is the information center for your organization, and the way you let the world know about your programs and efforts, you may be missing out on one of the most powerful fundraising opportunities available.

If Your Church Is Stagnant, Shake Up Your Board

Many churches and non-profits desire change but have been unable to locate the source of their frustrations. Look at your Board!

8 Non-profit Fundraising Ideas - From a Donor's Perspective PART 1

Ever wonder what is going on in the mind of your potential donors when you are telling them about your latest fundraising drive/concept. Well, here it is. All non-profits should read this and understand what people really think when you offer them your latest calendar (and 7 other techniques). You'll also find helpful hints that will increase your donation percentage/amount.

Some Ideas For A Sport Fundraising Activity

A great way for raising money for any organized recreational or competitive sports program is arrange a creative sports fundraising event. Such events are very crucial to the success of any sports team and although these sports fundraising events take...