Understanding Matching Gifts for Nonprofits
There is a way to raise more money from donors without asking them to give more of their own money. We’re talking about matching gifts for nonprofits, which are a type of corporate giving program that can be one of many strategies to boost all of your fundraising campaigns. It’s a fundraising method that raises… Read More »
Reel In Big Proceeds with a Fishing Tournament Fundraiser
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 »
Write a Killer Raffle Prize Donation Letter [w/ Templates]
A raffle prize donation letter is what fundraisers send to businesses and corporations to obtain donated items as prizes for a charity raffle. The letter can be kept on file for donors to claim tax deductions for their donations at the end of the tax year. Follow our detailed guide to writing donation letters and… Read More »
How to Run an Amazing Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser
Charitable organizations always look for new and better ways to find and motivate new supporters and donors. The best way to get people excited is often to host events or competitions that attract a large crowd. This is why chili cook-off fundraisers are popular. They allow participants to have fun and show their skills while… Read More »
How to Plan a Rocken Zumba Fundraiser
Are you looking for a unique fundraising idea? How about a Zumba fundraiser? Zumba is a fun Latin-inspired fitness dance that’s been gaining popularity in many gyms and fitness centers. Zumba fundraisers or zumba-thons can be fun and lucrative fundraising events. So, let’s review the benefits and steps involved in making your Zumba fundraiser a… Read More »
5 Good Reasons to Host Fundraising Events
While the primary mission of hosting nonprofit events is generally to fundraise, there are other essential reasons why fundraising events are so important for organizations. Let’s discuss other benefits and reasons why hosting fundraising events is a vital lifeline for any nonprofit or charitable organization. 5 Reasons to Host Fundraising Events Beyond Raising Money Hosting… Read More »
Hosting a Topgolf Fundraiser: Tips for Success
Looking to host a Topgolf fundraiser that dazzles your supporters and drives donations? Dive into our comprehensive guide on planning, promoting, and executing a successful golf tournament at Topgolf. With its unique blend of entertainment and friendly competition, a Topgolf fundraiser offers a dynamic way to engage supporters and raise funds for your cause. Let’s… Read More »
Get The Most Out Of Online Event Ticketing
A key ingredient to a successful fundraiser is how many event tickets you sell. It’s essential to make the online ticketing process simple and flawless so that your donors have a positive experience from the get-go. This positivity can then be carried on throughout the fundraising event to create maximum impact for your cause. Benefits… Read More »
DoJiggy Supports Ukraine
Like much of the rest of the world, we have watched the events of the last few weeks unfold in Ukraine with horror. DoJiggy is united with the people of Ukraine and the international community in condemning these horrific acts of violence against a sovereign nation and its people. Ways to Support Ukraine If your… Read More »
Fundraising for Museums: 10+ Creative Ideas
Museum fundraising is becoming more important than ever. Museums must focus their efforts on working with private supporters, museum members, friends groups, local communities, and corporate partnerships. Finding creative ways to succeed in museum fundraising while inspiring supporters can be challenging. Beyond requesting donations, perhaps your museum will engage members of your community to help… Read More »
Top 5 Easy, Last Minute Easter Fundraising Ideas
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 »
4 Surprising Strategies for Raising Money through E-Mail
E-mail is the backbone of most nonprofits’ online fundraising programs. Countless organizations use e-mail to stay in touch with donors, cultivate prospects, and ask for gifts. Many non-profits think they know how to raise money via e-mail… but end up disappointed with the results. The reason why so many organizations aren’t raising what they should… Read More »
Evaluating the Success of Fundraising Events
You’ve hosted a fundraising event and want to determine how successful the event was for your charitable cause. As with any marketing program, there is not one solid metric or indicator that tells you if your event was a success. Nor is there one stakeholder that determines whether or not the event was successful. There… Read More »
DoJiggy Integrates with Zapier
We’re excited to share that DoJiggy’s fundraising platform integrates directly with thousands of today’s most popular apps via Zapier. Zapier is an online automation tool that connects DoJiggy’s online and virtual fundraising platform with your other favorite apps and websites to automate daily tasks and make your life easier. You Haven’t Heard of Zapier? If… Read More »
How to Host a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
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 »
How to Organize a Charity Poker Tournament in 11 Steps
A charity poker tournament or Casino Night can be a glamorous way to achieve your organization’s fundraising goals. The benefits of hosting a poker tournament are many – donors will look forward to the event, and you will likely have the opportunity to introduce new supporters (who love playing poker) to your organization. This leaves… Read More »
Hosting Successful Farm to Table Fundraisers
Farm-to-table is the trend to create fresh meals using ingredients and resources from local farms. Ingredients are minimally processed and contain fewer additives than most foods purchased at the grocery store. Many times, fruits, vegetables, and meats are grown organically, making them healthier for the environment and the diners. When local ingredients are coupled with… Read More »
3 Necessary Qualities to Look for in a Nonprofit Accountant
If you were around when your nonprofit got its start, you probably remember the times when accounting was fairly simple and straightforward. There were fewer projects, donations were probably smaller, and recording everything in a spreadsheet was perfectly reasonable. However, as your organization grew, things got more and more complicated. This also means that your… Read More »
March Madness Fundraising
In March, college basketball takes center stage as the NCAA basketball championship tournament kicks off. Basketball fans, college students, and general sports enthusiasts are all rooting for their favorite teams. Don’t underestimate the significance of March Madness; it’s almost as popular as the Super Bowl or World Series. So why not take advantage of all this… Read More »
What are the Benefits Of Virtual Fundraising?
With Omicron and other COVID-19 variants rapidly spreading worldwide, many safety restrictions and precautions have been reinstated to keep everyone safe. Just as we were all starting to feel more confident about planning face-to-face fundraisers, we might be sticking to the safer option of virtual fundraising campaigns for the moment. Often, going online has been… Read More »
What is Data Marketing? What Your Nonprofit Should Know
How well do you know your nonprofit’s audience? As a fundraising professional, you know the importance of understanding your audience in order to market to them effectively. You might have a vague sense of who your supporters are and what matters to them, but struggle to pinpoint the right ways to connect with them. That’s… Read More »
How to Get Millennials Excited About Philanthropy
Millennials, also known as Gen Y, Echo Boomers, and Digital Natives, were born from approximately 1977 to 1995. This group often gets a bad rap for being seen as a generation of narcissists. However, millennials now make a huge part of charitable contributions for worthy causes. In fact, through sharing on social media, offering time… Read More »
Pricing Your Virtual, Hybrid, or In-Person Fundraising Event
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 »
What To Expect From 2022 Fundraising Events
Covid-19 has had a huge impact on the way we fundraise. As in-person events have been postponed or canceled, nonprofits and individuals have had to adapt and acquire more technical skills to create digital charity campaigns to survive. So now that Covid-19 restrictions are finally easing, will the future of charity events be physical gatherings,… Read More »
How To Plan A Successful Virtual 5K For Charity
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 »
Plan a Successful Sporting Clay Shooting Fundraiser
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 »
Saluting Our Veteran Nonprofits on Veterans Day
Veterans Day is an important national holiday for honoring military veterans, who have served in the United States Armed Forces. In observance of Veteran’s Day this year, we’re highlighting five veteran nonprofits, our clients who make a difference in the lives of vets every day. We’re also making a donation to their cause to kick… Read More »
Boost Revenue by Utilizing Reward-Based Crowdfunding
Reward-based crowdfunding (also called crowdfunding with rewards) is a great way to motivate supporters to give to your nonprofit’s fundraising campaigns. Read on to learn how your charity can encourage supporters to donate more by offering merchandise or other incentives at different donation amounts. Why Reward-Based Crowdfunding Works Many nonprofits use rewards in their crowdfunding… Read More »
When and When Not to Solicit Gifts on Zoom: Tips & Pitfalls
Have you ever been on a Zoom call with a donor and realized that that strange pinkish blob you were looking at was the inside of someone’s ear? You may have looked at it for a while and not been able to make sense of it. But, if the person you were talking to was… Read More »
Recaudación de Fondos para Grupos y Organizaciones
DoJiggy ofrece un software fácil de utilizar para todo tipo de organizaciones sin fines de lucro y campañas de recaudación de fondos. Utiliza los componentes que tu organización necesita para crear una experiencia única que involucre a tus seguidores y les ofrezca diversas formas para apoyar la causa. ¿Estás buscando oportunidades para la recaudación de… Read More »