Big Fundraising Ideas

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Ethical Considerations in School FundraisingTransparency, Safety & Legal Compliance What Are the Ethical Considerations in School Fundraising? Ethical considerations in school fundraising ensure that activities are transparent and legally compliant and the well-being of participants is prioritized.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

MARCH 18, 2025

Think about who will attend or contribute to your fundraising event. For instance: Bronze Sponsor ($100 to $300) : Logo placement on the event flyer and mention in the school newsletter. Silver Sponsor ($300 to $1,000) : Logo placement on the event T-shirt, dedicated social media shout-out, and abooth. Be direct yet polite.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 12, 2022

But donors aren’t the only people who make your fundraising events and campaigns successful, and they aren’t the only people whose needs you should be considering. One of the most effective ways to propel your fundraising event and campaign to the next level, both in terms of financial and promotional support, is through sponsorships.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 3, 2025

Hire a cybersecurity specialist to conduct penetration testing, also known as ethical hacking. Threat #4: Cash Theft With in-person events and volunteers, theft of petty cash or donations and register skimming are common issues for not-for-profits. Require multi-factor authentication on all accounts. Cancel and reissue stale checks.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 6, 2024

As extreme weather events and natural disasters become more frequent and severe, nonprofits are facing greater demands for their services, particularly in disaster relief and humanitarian aid. While the digital divide poses a significant challenge, the ethical implications of AI present another critical concern for the nonprofit sector.

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The Fundraising Coach

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Work with trusted providers, follow best practices for data security and ethics, and be transparent with your community about how your organization uses AI to prevent risks and maximize the benefits of these tools. personal information such as interests, values, and family ties.

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The Fundraising Coach

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Should I hold an in-person event or not? We can do this ethically. So leadership principles should apply to fundraising too. 3 Commitments for Fundraising in Uncertain Times. The times certainly are uncertain. See what I did there?). Is inflation transitory or here to stay? Are my best donors going to give now? Recommit to Learning.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 16, 2023

As a nonprofit professional, you know how important hosting fundraising events is to both expanding your donor base and retaining existing donors. By giving supporters a way to connect with other like-minded supporters and your nonprofit’s staff, you can facilitate community and deep relationships at these events.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

AUGUST 20, 2024

You may want to set up some ethical guidelines. You can use videos on your website, in an email message, on social media, and at an event. I realize you might run into confidentiality issues , but you can change names to protect someone’s privacy. You could also do a composite story, but don’t make up anything. Short is key.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 24, 2025

However, designation certifications go further in requiring ongoing continuing education and adherence to a professional code of ethics. However, in addition to being able to write grant proposals, CFREs also demonstrate proficiency in individual giving, major gifts, endowments, direct mail, and fundraising events. Who Is Certified?

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Soapbox Exchange

MAY 20, 2024

Virtual events have revolutionized fundraising and nonprofit gatherings, making them more accessible than ever for your community. To ensure a smooth experience, it's crucial to choose event software that seamlessly integrates with platforms like Zoom. Issue 199 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

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Greater Giving

MARCH 5, 2024

Donors place their trust in non-profits to safeguard their personal information, especially during fundraising events. Ethical Responsibility : Protecting donor information is an ethical obligation, demonstrating respect for their privacy and building stronger relationships. Update it regularly and make it easily accessible.

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Critical Fundraising

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In this blog he considers various aspects of that trip: Rogare’s ethics of school fundraising project The implications of this project being conducted in Australasia Alternative conceptualisation of a fundraising profession Māori philanthropy and fundraising. What and how much you give is up to you.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Highlight upcoming projects and events to encourage ongoing involvement. in Strategic Communications from DePaul University, and he’s a frequent guest lecturer at Stanford University on topics related to nonprofit storytelling and storytelling ethics. He earned his B.A.

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Qgiv

JULY 10, 2023

Whether your donors are transactional or high value (including mid-level and recurring donors) or participatory (like event participants and volunteers), building healthy relationships with them today—and retaining them—recognizes the responsibility we all have to our constituents, our communities, and, ultimately, to ourselves.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

A business that conducts itself ethically, while working to give back to the community, will eventually gain the trust and support of the community. Variety Unbound,” their first live event since the pandemic, marked a notable departure from some of Variety’s tried and true traditions.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Funding is to study the ethics of their profession in relation to the Holocaust. In addition, grants of up to $2,500 and in-kind resources to organizations for community and youth events related to the study of birds. Fellowships to individuals from a range of professional backgrounds.

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Tech Soup

MAY 20, 2014

It will also feature data tools and new ways of visualising work and events, which can help the civil society sector maximise impact. It will look at the ethics behind the use of such data by the sector. Follow the “Data for Good” magazine to stay up to date on data news related to you!

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Qgiv

JULY 27, 2021

Look at the next six months and find where your events are. Look for your fundraising events and work backwards from there. You’re connecting the dots to create a picture of what your organization is and who you are, who you stand for, and your values and ethics. Another thing I recommend: look at your calendar for the year.

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Blue Avocado

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Just a few weeks before a milestone anniversary gala for this community nonprofit, I was invited to a pivotal meeting with a funder who was also a marquee sponsor of the special event. Little did I know that a consultant was overseeing the celebratory event and saw it as “her baby.” Yes, let’s go!

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Pamela Grow

JULY 24, 2024

Of course, events and other large-scale campaigns still have a place in nonprofit revenue generation—passive fundraising is simply meant to be a low-effort, high-reward supplement in between those larger fundraisers. To get started, all your organization needs to do is partner with an online shopping fundraiser platform.

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Candid

MARCH 1, 2023

Watch the video clip At the recent Demographics via Candid launch event , Cheryl Dorsey of Echoing Green opened with a powerhouse keynote, followed by Ann Mei and Anna Koob, senior research lead at Candid, to further set the stage with details on the initiative and the demographic data Candid collects.

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Assel Grant Services

JANUARY 11, 2024

There’s a difference between offering an honest-to-goodness tour of your facility and turning a site visit into a major special event. Competency #6: Knowledge of nationally recognized standards of ethical practice by grant developers Skill 6.8: Do not turn site visits into ballroom affairs.

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Just Write Grants

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

These activities might include selling merchandise, providing services, or hosting fundraising events. Legal and Ethical Considerations 1. Ethical Use of Funds Ethically, nonprofits are expected to use surplus revenue in ways that align with their mission and serve their beneficiaries.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

For instance, I wrote a paper for my Ethics in Nonprofits class that explored whether nonprofit theatres should pay actors more or use their resources to prioritize their communities. As nonprofit students, it is important to understand how the field works and the current events that impact it.

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The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 27, 2024

Leveraging these tools can free up valuable time for high-value engagement with donors and constituents, allowing fundraisers to make phone calls, plan visits, prospect for new supporters, and show up at events prepared to engage appropriately. It is also incumbent on us to consider whether these advancements serve the greater good.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

Add : Community management, big data, mobile apps or social media… Mix in : hackathons, social media surgeries, workshops, panel discussions or social minglers… Our amazing volunteers have put together a delicious menu of events for you this month. November Events. Event Reports. Event NetSquared tsevent'

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

In fact, when employees were asked in a survey if they felt that their company has a clear purpose, those who answered “yes” jumped from 62 percent in companies who don’t organize charitable events to 84 percent in companies that do host multiple charitable events.

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Grant professionals cannot successfully and ethically develop grant proposals and applications without learning “tricks of the trade.” Earning the GPC credential enhances the credibility of the grant profession by assuring members with the credential are qualified, ethical, and proficient in supporting organizations through the grant process.

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CauseVox

MAY 9, 2023

Especially when you are promoting an event or campaign, ChatGPT can suggest when you should be sending out emails, and what each one should be about. Ethics of ChatGPT Usage As you can see from these examples, ChatGPT is a powerful tool. The best way to stay on top of this schedule is with a dedicated email communication calendar.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 23, 2024

Having a CFRE certification shows you have proficiency in nonprofit fundraising at the highest possible level, and understand ethical best practices in the industry. It also demonstrates to those around you that you have a true understanding of fundraising ethics and professionalism.

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amplifi

APRIL 15, 2024

However, there’s a concern over the ethical basis of the AI models. So, unfortunately, we don’t have any stunning photos of the eclipse to share with you from the event. Amplifi your outreach with AI. There was a lot of talk about how AI can help fundraisers be more efficient with their strategies. So, we’ll consider that a win!

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

We craft narratives that give structure and context to our experiences, allowing us to connect events, emotions, and ideas into coherent and relatable frameworks. We will touch on some ethical considerations in a moment, but the bottom line is stories convert people from strangers to supporters.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 11, 2023

Instead of trying to look for grants, try a virtual event or an appeal to fill your fund back up. Or you’re having an event and need funders at the platinum and gold levels. Or maybe a local business just wants to sponsor your event and get lots of recognition. But not with a grant. Maybe your nonprofit needs office space.

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DoJiggy

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Promoting School and Family Social Interaction : Organizing events like family fun nights or school carnivals that bring the community together is a common focus. PTOs can use funds to organize and support a variety of events, such as field trips, school assemblies, or special presentations by guest speakers.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Your local NetSquared group is here to help with free, in-person events being held across the U.S. With more than 75 events scheduled for October, there's probably an event scheduled for your community, so RSVP now for one of our meetups. Upcoming Tech4Good Events. Calgary, Alberta: Evening on Data Ethics.

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Grant Professionals Association

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

As a new grant professional, I rely upon the Code of Ethics to help me explain to leaders of non-profit organizations how to work with a contract grant professional. The Code of Ethics gives me the parameters to clearly explain what a grant professional can accomplish for their organization.

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