10 winter fundraising ideas for schools
Winter may not seem like the best time for a fundraiser, but the weather should not limit a…
Events
Special fundraising events are the lifeblood of many not-for-profit groups, though they can take a lot of time and energy to be truly profitable.
Some examples of the types of special events that make for popular not-for-profit fundraisers include: car-boot sales; fetes and festivals; trivia nights; fashion parades; talent contests; art shows; balls, dances and discos
A membership program (or, if you’re a school, university or TAFE, an alumni program) can provide a handy source of regular, predictable and renewable funds for your organisation. Friends-of schemes serve much the same purpose.
Of course, membership schemes are first and foremost about fostering a sense of belonging among your supporters – you need people’s enthusiasm more than you need their money. But the fundraising potential is also important.
Help sheets
Community Groups: Start your democracy sausage
Piggybacking on an established event such as election day is an easy way for community groups and…
Easy Easter fundraising ideas
Aside from its religious significance, Easter is a holiday enjoyed by kids and grown-ups alike. Why…
Planning a Special Event
Failure to plan is to plan for failure. Put in the time now and you’ll save yourself lots of…
Planning the Perfect Fete
Fetes and festivals require a huge time commitment. If you’re going to make the most of all those…
Raising funds for teams & individuals
Raising money to send individuals or teams interstate or overseas requires a different set of…
Scheduling a Special Event
You can never underestimate the role of scheduling and planning in the success of a special event.…
Special events basics
There are many types of events, and many reasons for staging events, but there is one constant: if…
Special Events Budgeting
You need to be absolutely meticulous in budgeting and accounting for a special event. You need to…
The Seven Pillars of Fundraising
To survive and thrive in a changing world, a not-for-profit organisation must develop a fundraising…
Tools
Events budget template
The Events Budget Tool will assist you to start building your own events budget. You will need to…
Sample Sponsorship Letter (1)
This letter can be easily and quickly adapted in order to help your organisation approach…
Sample Sponsorship Letter (2)
Keep your sponsorship letters short. Concentrate on the exposure the company will receive for…
Special Events Checklist
All special fundraising events are different. Each will have its own special set of circumstances…
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…
Checklists
Top 10 fundraising ideas
In the eternal pursuit for funding, it is tempting for community groups to rely on just one or two…
10 tips for attracting media coverage
By convincing the media to report on a fundraiser or special event you’re holding, or a piece of…
Selecting a Venue for your Special Event
Location, location, location. Get your venue selection right and you’ll give yourself a good…
10 Tips for fete planning
Fetes can be the perfect fundraising event for your school. However, they require commitment, time…
Special Events Budgeting
You need to be absolutely meticulous in budgeting and accounting for a special event. You need to…