Fundraising Tips & Trends
Industry news and trends to keep you moving forward.
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#OutsideTheRoom Webinar Q & A: How YouTube led to Unexpected Fundraising
My Friend’s Place, a youth home-based in Los Angeles, shares their experiences around virtual events…
Why It’s Important to Network, Even in a Virtual World
The PENCIL Foundation takes us through its Impact Breakfast, sponsor relationships, and the importance of…
Small Scale Fundraisers to Run All Year, and an (Actually) Fun Virtual Dance Party
St. Mary’s School, of Dekalb, Illinois, shows us the plans behind their virtual dance competitions,…
How to Run Safe & Successful Golf Tournaments During a Pandemic
First Tee Delaware talks to us about how golf tournaments don’t only happen on the…
How Opening a Previously Exclusive Event Drew National Interest
Chicagoland’s beloved Misericordia shares the unexpected success of their virtual gala. Opening their exclusive event…
Virtual Fundraising Examples: Live Streams
Since March 1st, fundraisers have continually inspired and motivated each other through the sharing of…
Taking the Annual 5k Virtual and Balancing Goals across State Chapters
Every year, CURE’s donors look forward to their huge 5k run. This year it looked…
Summer Fun, First-time Virtual Events, and Finding the Sweet Spot for Communications
Place of Hope walks us through their various summer campaigns and how they continued to…
Contests and voting campaigns as virtual fundraisers
Let your supporters pay to cast votes! Hosting a contest is a fun way to engage your community while doing a little fundraising.
How the Chicago Cubs Charities Keep Donors Engaged Beyond Baseball Season
The Chicago Cubs Charities talk us through their annual campaigns, events, understanding your donors, and…
Fundraising Showcase – Successful Virtual Fundraising Campaigns
We compiled examples of successful virtual fundraising campaigns. We showcase online stores, online auctions, virtual…
How RMHC Obtained 132 New Donors from One Campaign
Fundraisers with Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana share their techniques…