Author: Sarah Bender

The holiday season is almost upon us, so it’s time to start thinking about how to boost year-end donations by selling branded holiday gifts to support your nonprofit. If this is often the most profitable time of the year for many retail businesses, why should it be different for charities selling merchandise? This holiday season,… Read More »

Now’s the time for organizations and nonprofits to highlight inclusivity through their fundraising practices to push for equality, diversity, and inclusion. Create exciting fundraisers and opportunities to include everyone, regardless of their abilities. Whether your supporters have physical, visual, auditory, or cognitive disabilities, they are suffering hidden disabilities such as PTSD or depression, or people… Read More »

There’s never been a better time to diversify your nonprofit’s streams of income. Living in uncertain times means that nonprofits that tend to rely solely on grants and major donors may not be in an ideal situation, as many people are hesitant to give in the current global state of the economy.  So now is… Read More »

With summer just around the corner, now’s the time to kick start some unforgettable camp fundraisers. Whether your nonprofit camp needs a helping hand to continue running, wants to offer scholarships to kids in need, improve camp facilities, or simply lower costs for campers, camp fundraisers are a great way to achieve all of this… Read More »

Times have changed drastically in the last two years and fundraising activities and ideas have had to adapt to our current situation. This said, there are some fantastic charity campaigns out there and by thinking outside the box due to Covid, the world has become even more creative with innovative fundraising ideas for kids. We’ve… Read More »

With World Environmental Day right around the corner on June 5th, it’s the perfect time to think about ideas for socially and environmentally responsible fundraisers. Raising money for a good cause is paramount to any nonprofit but it’s not their only mission. Educating communities and bringing people together for the greater good are also high… Read More »

Social media fundraising is successfully used by many nonprofits and charities worldwide. Social consciousness has grown exponentially over the last couple of years, mainly thanks to social media. Supporting and educating people through social media campaigns such as Clapping for the NHS, Black Lives Matter, and climate change has encouraged many of us to be… Read More »

All work and no play can make the workplace a little dull. So, why not shake things up a bit in the office, get creative, and come together to have some fun while raising money and awareness for a good cause? Whether your colleagues prefer a themed walk-a-thon, online auction, or a 24-hour challenge, be… Read More »

Is your organization looking for a unique fundraising event to set your nonprofit apart from the rest and attract a big crowd? Well, look no further than a beer fundraiser!  Beer fundraisers are a great way to build community spirit, boost exposure for your organization’s cause, and pull in valuable donations. So why not sit… Read More »

A great way to attract fishing enthusiasts and raise valuable funds is by hosting a fishing tournament fundraiser. Tournaments can range from fishing for different species to kids tournaments to pro charity fishing events that attract anglers from around the country. It’s the perfect opportunity to get your community into the giving spirit, while creating… Read More »

Easter is just around the corner and with the weather starting to heat up, there’s no better time to hop into the fundraising spirit and raise money for a good cause. With Easter only a few weeks away, we’ve come up with a great list of 5 simple, last-minute Easter fundraising ideas for churches and… Read More »

Hosting a spaghetti dinner fundraiser is a great way to get your community together, eat a delicious meal, and raise funds for a good cause. To benefit, it’s essential to plan the event with plenty of time, promote the charity event like there’s no tomorrow, and take advantage of multiple streams of revenue. For pro… Read More »

Whether you are planning an in-person, virtual, or hybrid fundraising event, one thing they all have in common is making them profitable to benefit your cause. So how do you decide on fundraising event pricing? It’s essential to strike the right balance when calculating costs for your charity events. You don’t want to charge too… Read More »

Since the start of Covid-19, the face of fundraising has been forever changed. Finding new ways to provide services, work with individuals and communities, and spread awareness has been vital to the survival of many charities and nonprofits. Going digital has become a lifesaver for many organizations, with virtual and hybrid fundraisers now increasingly popular… Read More »

Have a blast with a clay shooting fundraiser by raising essential funds for your organization while spreading awareness for your cause. If your organization wants to host something different from the typical event, why not consider running a skeet shoot fundraiser? With over 30 million recreational shooters in the United States, a clay shoot event… Read More »

Schools and nonprofits can benefit greatly by applying gamification tools to their fundraising campaigns. Heightened levels of supporter engagement and more generous donations are just two benefits of incorporating gaming features into a fundraiser. Gamification strategies are a great way to get your supporters to have fun in the fundraising process and stir up some… Read More »

Fundraising Ideas for mental health-related organizations and raising money for mental health awareness are not new. But mental health has been a primary global concern since the pandemic, affecting people of all ages, backgrounds, and financial circumstances. It has been an emotional rollercoaster for many, whether due to losing jobs, feeling lonely and isolated at… Read More »