how about adding a new layer to your fundraiser by having a business sponsor it for you. Consider having a flyer that you can hand out for special events or notices or even coupons from a local business. You can create a flyer and offer space on it for advertising and have many sponsors.
Continue reading...5. June 2010
A really fun way to raise money would be to host a craft fair. Most organizations have a few people who are very creative. Perhaps someone you know makes jewelry, candles, wood creations, etc. There are most likely craft fairs in your town either at a local mall or at another location. You can visit those and get ideas. You can also collect the vendors cards and invite them to participate in your craft fair. Charge a reasonable fee for the space $50-$100 and have a fun day! If you have inside and outside slots to offer, you can charge more for the premium slots inside.
Continue reading...2. June 2010
Why not try a silent auction or raffle for your next fundraiser. You can have a dessert auction or seek donations from local businesses or even gently used items. If you try the gourmet meal lesson for a fundraiser, you could have those that participated in that event create a great meal to auction off.
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26. May 2010
Since I have been in this fundraising mode lately, I will keep sharing the ideas I am using or have come up with to see if any of them may be right for your event. As an update, we have raised $305 from our virtual sale so far and most people haven’t even started [...]
Continue reading...18. May 2010
I don’t know about you but I have to admit, I am not fond of having yard sales. In fact, I’ve only had one yard sale of my own and helped my daughter and her college friends do one a couple of summers ago. It’s just not worth it to me to make a [...]
Continue reading...15. May 2010
I decided to add a fundraising category to my blog. Some may think I’m crazy but I actually enjoy fundraising. Maybe it’s because I come from a background of financial struggle or maybe just because it makes me feel good to help others. Either way, I’m always up for the challenge and [...]
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14. June 2010
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