Big Fundraising Ideas

MARCH 4, 2025

This extensive overview, which is packed with practical tips, humorous touches, and clear fundraising goals, helps schools plan events that resonate with parents, students, and supporters. They can purchase discount card tickets electronically, and you can host the drawing live on a social media platform. Clear goals motivatedonors.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

While you may be aware on a general level that your CRM platform is becoming a headwind to your organization achieving its fundraising goals, the prospect of migrating vast amounts of data, retraining staff, and committing the money and resources required for a successful upgrade can make it tempting to say, Lets make do for another year.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Multi-Format Descriptions: Write adaptable descriptions for social media, print, and digital use. Pre-Event Buzz: Launch email and social media campaigns to build anticipation. From creating social media buzz to live-stage engagement, this session provided a comprehensive roadmap to leveraging video marketing.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Even if it feels overwhelming at first, break it down into essential steps: Setting goals Identifying potential donors Defining your message Starting with a well-conceived plan helps you clarify goals, outline specific actions, and define your budget to achieve your goals.

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Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Your Nonprofit Organization’s Realistic Goal From legal fees and state filing fees to administrative expenses and initial program funding, the costs of starting a nonprofit in 2025 can vary greatly. That’s why thorough planning and budgeting are so important.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 12, 2023

That’s why having a good grasp of your Event Budget and ROI (Return on Investment) matters so much for your fundraiser. These days, there are countless tools that can help you track expenses, compare costs against goals, estimate profits from ticket sales—and more! Event Budget Basics. Determine your goals and objectives.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Some organizations additionally have a social media manager, volunteer coordinator, or data analyst. Large nonprofits with large fundraising teams may have the budget to hire a full-time grant writer; however, the process to hire a grant writer often takes more than 6 months from start to finish. What is a grant consultant?

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The Fundraising Coach

JANUARY 17, 2025

From tight budgets to limited staffing, these hurdles can make even the simplest event feel overwhelming. By understanding the most common obstacles and how to overcome them, your nonprofit can host events that not only meet your goals but also inspire and engage your community.

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Fundly

JUNE 20, 2024

Your nonprofit’s donors lead busy lives—managing their careers, maintaining social relationships, and pursuing their personal goals. Set a goal and budget. Decide on a goal that’s specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time-bound (SMART). Create your Giving Tuesday content. Promote your campaign.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

To effectively research grant opportunities, individuals should consider the following steps: Identify potential funding sources that align with their organizations mission or project goals. Objectives Outlines the goals the grant aims to achieve. Budget Details how funding should be allocated.

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DoJiggy

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

From planning the logistics to creating the ultimate guest experience, this guide will show you how to host a successful paint-and-sip fundraiser that not only meets your financial goals but also leaves your participants eager for the next event. Create a free account and see how we can help your organization smash your fundraising goals!

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 22, 2023

How can you create your fundraising plan, one that’s based on your budget and your data? And don’t miss Clay’s new tool, The Fundraiser’s Planner , to help you stick to your goals. Spend roughly 50 minutes as Clay walks you through the steps of creating your plan, getting buy-in, and implementing.

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Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Keep reading to discover how building a stellar website may be the strategic move you need to help you achieve your goals, and enhance your online presence to create a meaningful impact for your cause in 2025. Above all, set realistic goals and systematically review marketing strategies. 5 Reasons fora StellarNonprofit Website 1.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2025

Theyre an opportunity to showcase your schools achievements and build relationships that translate into broader community support for your educational goals. Most profitable school fundraising ideas Driving a high return on investment (ROI) with your fundraising efforts is crucial to earning money for your school while staying on budget.

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DoJiggy

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Platforms like DoJiggy offer powerful tools designed to streamline event management, making it easier for organizations to achieve their goals. Enhanced Marketing: Use email campaigns, social media integrations, and analytics tools to maximize your events reach and ticket sales.

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DoJiggy

JANUARY 8, 2025

P2P Crowdfunding Auctions Golf Tournaments Online Stores Ticketing Sweepstakes Donations Raffle Fundraising Create a free account and see how we can help your organization smash your fundraising goals! Goals help shape your event and keep your team aligned. A clear budget prevents overspending and ensures profitability.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

These grants are essential for organizations that align with the foundation’s mission or strategic goals. Funders often require detailed proposals outlining the project’s goals, timeline, and expected outcomes. The goal is to enhance the organization’s ability to achieve its mission effectively.

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CauseVox

MARCH 17, 2025

Planning the Golf Tournament Fundraiser Set Clear Goals Before you hit the green, start by setting crystal-clear goals. Establish a Budget and Pricing Strategy Money matters. Home Page The home page (as displayed in the Scouting for America example above) should showcase key details like date, location, and fundraising goals.

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Just Write Grants

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Unlike traditional foundation grants, corporate grants are often tied to a companys philanthropic goals, community engagement efforts, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies. Align Your Mission with the Companys Goals Companies are more likely to fund nonprofits whose missions align with their values and strategic objectives.

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Center for Major Gifts

MARCH 10, 2025

Why a Large Pipeline of Small Donors Matters A single major gift can undoubtedly jumpstart a new initiative or close budget gaps, but a vibrant pipeline of low-dollar donors may offer even more long-term promise. These supporters arrive via direct mail appeals, social media asks, online donation pages, and other broad outreach methods.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Before you begin any project involving data analysis, start by clearly outlining your goal so you know which metrics to analyze. First, we’ll cover how to determine your goals for your monthly giving program. When laying out your goal, consider following the SMART model for goal setting. Determine your objectives.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Fundraisers are vital to supporting school programs, but their impact can extend far beyond immediate monetary goals if post-event reviews are conducted effectively. These shouldinclude: Assessing overall success: Did the fundraiser meet its financial and non-financial goals? Why Conduct a Post-Fundraiser Review?

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

You don’t want to spend more than you raise, and poor planning can turn an event into a budget buster that wastes your most precious resource – time and volunteers. Tupperware parties, garage sales, and candle fundraisers will not sustain your budget. The RIGHT event: Raises 10-20% of your annual budget. BUT the flip side?

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 13, 2022

While goals are vital to success, SMART fundraising goals help make sure you’re setting goals that you just can’t miss. Can’t miss” goals! In some form or fashion, we’ve all heard how essential goals are. Set a goal! Set a goal! Set a goal! Goals, goals, goals….

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Big Fundraising Ideas

JUNE 4, 2024

How to Set Realistic Goals for Your School Fundraiser Blog Summary: This blog offers a comprehensive guide for school administrators, teachers, PTA members, and community stakeholders on how to set achievable SMART goals for school fundraisers. Volunteers: The backbone of any school fundraiser is its volunteers.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 2, 2025

Because of this, we expect 2025 to provide a platform for social funding on behalf of causes like equality, inclusion, mental health, and other support for underrepresented groups to use social media to increase awareness for their cause. After all, your goals is to make it easy for supporters to donate. Donors want to feel needed.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 4, 2023

A business plan is an important part of any successful business because it outlines the goals of that business, how those goals will be met, and the timeline for completion. When you write your business plan above all else, the business plan should be custom to you and your goals. Discover Your Business’s Goals 1.

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Increased visibility: Ask sponsors to promote your event on social media or via email so you can attract a broader audience, increasing ticket sales and participation. Cater to different budgets: Not all attendees may have the financial means to bid on high-end items.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

What Types of Fundraisers are Most Popular Among Schools Blog Summary: This blog explores popular fundraising options, including catalog fundraisers, online storefronts, direct sales campaigns, and seasonal themes, each offering unique advantages for engaging supporters and meeting financial goals.

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Candid

AUGUST 2, 2022

Despite not being able to physically bring people together, nonprofits were successful in boosting engagement through social media campaigns, livestreams, online fundraisers, and more. . Take a close look at your nonprofit’s budget and determine how much funding is needed based on past expenses and future goals.

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Center for Major Gifts

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Establish your goals and make a plan to cultivate major donors The very first step is sitting down with the board of directors and establishing goals for the organization. You get what you put into fundraising, so paying it the attention it deserves can help your nonprofit reap the financial benefits for years to come.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

MARCH 18, 2025

Below are key steps to establish a strong foundation: Define Your Fundraising Goal Clarity is everything. Silver Sponsor ($300 to $1,000) : Logo placement on the event T-shirt, dedicated social media shout-out, and abooth. Sponsors may have concerns, budget limitations, or other commitments.

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Candid

JANUARY 30, 2023

The scope of your nonprofit’s rebrand will depend on your goals. Next, consider what audience learnings you can surface using your nonprofit’s marketing analytics, such as email engagement metrics, website traffic measures, and social media performance. The scope of your nonprofit’s rebrand depends on your goals.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

This committee will be responsible for: Setting goals for the auction. Set both revenue and performance goals. Determining the auction budget. To set an accurate budget for this event, assess past event budgets for similar experiences. To determine these target metrics, review past event results.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

But big goals cost big money. In fundraising terms, this means you can break the mammoth task of raising money for your operating budget into small steps that feel less intimidating. Nonprofits need a team of people who care deeply about the work – pulling together and working toward a goal. Where do you start?

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DoJiggy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Establishing a clear mission and vision will guide your actions and help supporters understand and connect with your goals, creating a strong foundation for your rescue. Step 3: Create a Business Plan and Budget You’ll need to develop a business plan to start an animal rescue. Our 100+ fundraising ideas might inspire you.

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Candid

JANUARY 25, 2024

These green flags—crowdsourced from Candid’s social media followers and staff—can help you demonstrate that credibility. 1. Restate what you do to show the funder how your goals align. Something as simple as saying you’ll run three events in the project description but budgeting for four events can ruin your credibility. 

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