The Big Rethink: Fundraising in the era of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting all not-for-profits wherever they are, providing yet another…
Crowdfunding
Crowdfunding is an online fundraising campaign for a specific project. It differs from traditional fundraising in a number of ways, but the most significant is the importance of setting a target: the fundraiser sets a target, people pledge an amount – usually in exchange for some form of reward, but sometimes just as a straight donation – and the amount pledged/donated is remitted to the fundraiser only if the target is reached.
It takes energy and creativity, but it can bring in much-needed funding and attract a whole new audience of supporters.
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Top 10 fundraising ideas
In the eternal pursuit for funding, it is tempting for community groups to rely on just one or two…
How to set up a crowdfunding project
Before you launch your project upon the world, think it through, from how you’ll tell your story,…
Promoting your crowdfunding campaign
Campaign time is make-or-break time for a crowdfunding project, and every hour counts as you…
Ten tips for a successful crowdfunding campaign
To maximise your chances of crowdfunding success, be systematic – but be creative too.
Finishing up your crowdfunding campaign
Crowdfunding isn’t over until you’ve delivered the rewards to your supporters and updated them –…