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Why Fundraising is Important In an ideal world, fundraising activities would never be necessary. No one would be in need, and no one would go without some of the basic needs and services in life. Children would have the resources they need to have a rich range of experiences and opportunities in their childhood and adults would never question the value of providing them with these things. Who's Who In Fundraising: Big Names In Quality Fundraising Most fundraising campaigns require the assistance of a national fundraising and supply company for product and services. But there are many prospective fundraising companies to choose from. So how do you know where to start? When Volunteers Aren't Enough: Hiring Fundraising Help Organizations large and small often find themselves at a point where hiring a professional fundraising consultant seems like the best avenue for their campaign. If your organization is at such a cross-road, there are several things you'll want to consider before contracting with a professional fundraiser. What Is Scrip And How Can You Fundraise With It? In general, the term "scrip" refers to "substitute money". With the right partner, a scrip fundraiser can be a very good fundraising tool! We've done a little remodeling… In order to make our site easier to use we’ve added two new sections to our site: Wanted – Volunteers: Recruiting Volunteers For Your Fundraiser For obvious reasons, unpaid volunteers are essential to the success and profitability of any fundraising campaign. After all, if your organization is in need of funds, it doesn't have an excess to pay someone else to do the dirty work. But finding willing and able volunteers can be a tricky thing; sure, every parent or member of your group should want to see your organization succeed and meet its fundraising goals, but people are busy and good volunteers are often overloaded with requests. Using Demographics To Target Fundraising Supporters Demographics – statistics and summations of fundraising populations – can be very useful tools for targeting fundraising efforts. Making the most of fundraising demographics entails research and effective utilization of the statistics available. Unique College Fundraisers College students represent a much more mature population of fundraisers, and their fundraising projects should be reflective of that. College is about moving beyond high school and having fun (and sure - learning, too). So what fundraising college students need is bigger, better, more mature fun and unique ways to raise funds. Down with the cookies and coffee – it's time to put some fun back into college fundraising! Troubleshooting Difficulties With Fundraising Volunteers In a perfect fundraising world, volunteers would flock to your aid and always do what they've promised to do. Unfortunately, the world of fundraising is far from perfect, and problems with volunteers are inevitable. When difficulties do arise, the best way to deal with them is to be prepared with a plan in place. Time And Timing An essential part of good fundraiser planning is determining time-factors; time for organization and campaigning, and timing to maximize fundraiser impact. Time and timing are included on every fundraising company's list of considerations when choosing fundraiser products, services, and/or methods. This Age In Fundraising: High School Fundraisers The benefactors and participants in a high school fundraiser are not quite kids anymore, and not quite adults yet. That can make choosing and running a high school fundraising campaign tricky. There is just no one fundraiser that is sure to fit all high school groups' needs and resources. Tapping Community Volunteer Resources Small fundraising organizations often suffer from a lack of available volunteer resources; even large organizations have difficulty finding enough volunteers at times. A lack of volunteers can severely limit the scope of fundraising efforts, and in turn the amount of funds raised. Snack Attack! Selling Snacks As Fundraisers Everyone eats snacks, most on a daily basis; that is why snack fundraisers can be such a fast and effective way to raise money. Setting Yourself Up For Great Fundraising: Fundraiser Booths & Shows Fundraising booths are elemental in fundraising; and there are plenty of opportunities to set up a fundraising booth of any kind. Scratching Up Funds…Fundraising With Scratch Cards Fast, simple, fun, and profitable – if you think these are great attributes of a fundraising product, you need to know about fundraising with scratch cards. Recycle Ink Cartridges - Tips For Success Ink cartridge recycling fundraisers are very popular because they are super easy and keep millions of useful cartridges out of landfills. There are several things your organization can do to make your ink cartridge recycling program even more successful. Read On! Magazine Fundraisers Magazine sale drives have become increasingly popular over the last several years as fundraisers. Why is that? Because magazine subscriptions are something people are already investing in anyway, and a useful product for consumers. Raise Money Online Through The Internet And With E-Mail Campaigns! Whether your group has a website or not, there are several different ways to raise money online: Preventing Volunteer Burnout A big problem for fundraising groups is that volunteers either fail to step forward and participate, or quit on the group midway through. This happens even with highly-motivated volunteers who started out with the best of intentions. Plan For Big Profits: Planning Tips For Fundraisers Having the reins of the fundraising wagon passed on to you can be a daunting and overwhelming task. If you are new to the position, or even if you have been involved in a floundering fundraising campaign for years, you're sure to find yourself wondering where to start. Loyalty Programs Help You Raise Funds With Everyday Purchases You can turn your everyday purchases into fundraising profits by taking advantage of loyalty programs offered by different retailers and fundraising companies. Low Cost And No Cost Fundraiser Marketing Tools An organization in need of funding via a fundraising campaign is not in a position to waste money marketing; yet, effective marketing is fundamental to the success of fundraising campaigns. Fundraiser marketing is the only way to let volunteers, sellers, and customers know that you have a need and you have a way to fill it. Let It Be Known…Recognizing Charitable Donors There is no worse feeling for a donor than to feel unappreciated for the money or in-kind donations they have generously donated to a fundraising organization. At the very least, a heartfelt 'Thank You' letter is in order. No doubt, however, that your organization can do even better. And you should. Because a little appreciation can go a very long way toward building lasting fundraising support. Not to mention, it's just the right thing to do. Is It Time For A Fundraising Change? It's easy for groups to get stuck in a fundraising rut, especially when a fundraiser has consistently proven successful. There is danger in running the same fundraiser over and over, or in never making changes within the organization to improve fundraising. Over time, the same old same old breeds stagnation, disorganization, disinterest, and unrest – and fundraising profits begin to suffer. Increase Online Income By Avoiding Fees And Through E-Mail Campaigns In the age of the internet, moving many, if not all of your fundraising efforts onto the World Wide Web is an intelligent choice. But there are a number of things that you should be aware of when you make this transition. How You Can Run A Clean And Green Fundraising Campaign Fundraisers are run for the benefit of worthwhile groups, so it seems natural that there should be a sense of responsibility and philanthropy attached to them. More and more these days what is responsible and philanthropic is to save the world we live in by practicing green-living and working. How To Apply For The Google AdWords Grant The Google AdWords grant can be an excellent tool for certified non-profit organizations; through free AdWords advertising, non-profits can increase website traffic so that they can increase their group's exposure for the purpose of education, recruiting, and fundraising. How Communities Are Benefiting From Clean And Green Fundraising Campaigns Environment, environment, environment. Our world's environment is on the top of our minds—for very good reason. Environmental responsibility is not just for the home, however, greener living is for every life task—home, school, recreation, and work. And that includes what we're talking about here—fundraising. Help Me Write: Fundraiser Thank You Letters Fundraising does not stop when the drive is over, or when you've reached your financial goal. No good fundraiser is ever over until you've said your heartfelt 'Thanks' to all of those who made your objective a reality. Showing, saying, and putting your thanks in writing is good public relations for you and for your generous donors; it shows donors you appreciate their gift, and that your organization is thoughtful enough to be appreciative. Great Deals! Discount Card Fundraisers Want a fundraiser that supports local businesses, keeps money in your community, has the publicity and support of area merchants, is welcomed by supporters and raises big funds fast? Sound impossible? Read on and learn about Discount Card fundraisers… Good For The Earth: Collecting Bottles And Cans For Recycling One option to raise funds consciously is to organize a bottle and can collection drive. Bottle and can collection drives are simple and profitable, and do lots to help the earth while cleaning up your local landscape. Can drives can be run by groups of any age, and teach their members a bit about responsibility in the meantime. Fundraisers To Raise Funds And Team Spirit Spirit fundraisers are the ideal fit for fundraisers for schools, sports teams, dance groups, boosters clubs, youth groups, and more. Finding Fundraiser Tax Information On The Web Managing state sales and use taxes during fundraisers is one of the most confusing aspects of running a fundraising campaign. Most volunteers do not have a lot of experience dealing with the various state sales taxes for fundraisers, and are unsure where help is available. Do You Know Who Your Fundraising Volunteers Are? Fundraising depends on the hard work of volunteers; and hardly a fundraising article is written without mention of the elusive fundraising volunteer. But do you really know who your fundraising volunteers are? What populations comprise this essential group that is to be your money-making fund raisers? Your group's volunteer fundraising base may be much larger than you originally anticipated! Deciding How To Spend Fundraiser Profits Most fundraising groups go into fundraisers knowing what they want (or need) to spend their funds on. Having that goal is very helpful to boosting the success of the fundraiser. When it is all said and done though, and it comes time to disperse and spend fundraiser funds, fundraising committees sometimes find themselves a little ill-at-ease and unsure of where to start. Cashing In - Recycle Ink Jet Cartridges And Cell Phones Bottle and can collection drives have been used as environmentally friendly fundraisers since states started paying for redeemed bottles and cans, but today fundraising groups can take it a step further to rid the world of carelessly tossed phone and office equipment as well. Automate Your Fundraiser With An Online Magazine Fundraising Campaign Magazine fundraisers are big successes because they provide a product that people are already buying; but online magazine fundraisers take that appeal a step further, presenting some great benefits. All Wrapped Up: Fundraising With Gift Wraps And Greeting Cards There comes a time when everyone is in need of gift wrap and greeting cards; your next fundraiser can be their year-round supply train. A Reason To Sell – Incentive Ideas For Fundraising Projects In a perfect world, all benefactors of your fundraising campaign and those who care about them would step up all the time, every time, to do their part in your fundraising campaign. Not being citizens of a perfect world, that's just not going to happen. To make the most of your fundraiser, you'll have to give your volunteers a good reason to sign up and then follow through with their responsibilities.

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