Commentary and advice on online fundraising and leveraging social media for non-profits.
Posted in Golf Tournament on May 3rd, 2012
Golf marathons are a new fundraising concept that extends beyond “just” hosting a charity golf tournament. Golf marathons allow organizations to increase fundraising dollars raised by having Golf participants commit to raising a certain amount of money through pledges, rather than charging a set registration fee. Ask your golfers to contact friends, colleagues, and family [...]
Posted in Fundraising Ideas, Golf Tournament, Online Fundraising, Tools and Tips, Walkathons on Apr 16th, 2012
Public education is the core mission of Earth Day on April 22, 2012. Environmental club fundraising ideas take the forefront during this special time of year.
Posted in Corporate Fundraisers, Golf Tournament, Online Fundraising, Tools and Tips on Apr 12th, 2012
So you want to organize a charity golf tournament and don’t know where to start? You are not alone! Golf tournaments are a long standing tradition in charity fundraising and have proven to be a successful option, however, planning takes time and knowledge. Whether you are a development director or a volunteer, the task of [...]
Posted in Golf Tournament on Apr 4th, 2012
Many nonprofits and community organizations host charity golf tournaments as an excellent way to raise funds and awareness for their cause. Registration fees and online donations may bring in the bulk of the dollars raised, but remember…the success of your fundraising golf tournament should NOT stop at the close of the event. There are plenty [...]
Posted in Fundraising Ideas, Golf Tournament on Mar 21st, 2012
So, you’ve decided to host a charity golf tournament to raise awareness and money for your cause. Good choice! Charity golf tournaments and other types of golf fundraising events can be one of the most lucrative forms of fundraising. So, now you wonder…how can you make the most of your charity golf tournament? Here we [...]
Posted in Case Studies, Fundraising Ideas, Golf Tournament, Online Fundraising, Social Media, Tools and Tips on Mar 13th, 2012
The Urban League of Hampton Roads has plans for a successful 2012 golf tournament!
Posted in Golf Tournament, Tools and Tips on Feb 21st, 2011
If you are planning a golf tournament, you might consider incorporating an exciting hole-in-one prize. Hole-in-ones do not happen that often, but when they do, tournament planners are happy they took the time to buy insurance. It’s never been easier to offer exciting hole-in-one prizes at affordable prices. We spoke with Dennis Chase at Hole-in-One [...]
Posted in Golf Tournament on Feb 17th, 2011
Are you planning on hosting a charity golf tournament? If so, don’t underestimate the importance of efficient tournament registration. After all, this is the first impression your guests have about your event, and perhaps even your organization. And not only your guests, but also your sponsors! Sponsors like to be associated with successful, well run [...]
Posted in Golf Tournament, Online Fundraising, Participant Interview on Oct 20th, 2010
The Touchmark Foundation was founded to enhance the well-being of seniors, a population traditionally underserved in mainstream philanthropy. The Foundation focuses on two priorities: Increasing and retaining the number of nurses to care for the rapidly increasing senior population. Providing programs to improve the physical, social, spiritual, and intellectual lives of seniors. The Touchstone Foundation [...]
Posted in Fundraising Ideas, Golf Tournament, Schools on Aug 27th, 2010
Charity golf tournaments are very popular and lucrative fundraising events for many organizations. But what about for a school? Is it possible to raise money for school programs and educational resources by hosting a charity golf tournament for your school fundraiser? Why not! If your fundraiser is for high school and/or college students, a golf [...]