Commentary and advice on online fundraising and leveraging social media for non-profits.
Posted in Schools on Aug 5th, 2011
August is here and “back-to-school” is top of mind for many parents, teachers and students. As schools open their doors, one of the issues being discussed with many planning committees may have to do with school fundraising. How will the school raise enough funds to support the programs planned for the coming year? Parents are [...]
Posted in Case Studies, Raffles, Schools on Jun 20th, 2011
Sweetwater Episcopal Academy (SEA) provides an exceptional education for elementary school children in Orlando, Florida. SEA combines top notch academics with a caring environment that leaves a lasting impression in their students’ lives. The school’s nickname is the “Kind Zone”. Many graduates visit years later, sometimes as parent themselves, to share how much they benefited [...]
Posted in Schools on Jun 9th, 2011
As many of you know, the key to a successful fundraiser is all about promotion. No matter how well-executed the planning is, if the fundraiser is not promoted properly, then the chances of success are greatly diminished. In today’s economic environment, there’s a very high chance that your group is not the only group in [...]
Posted in Schools, Tools and Tips on May 31st, 2011
If you are organizing any type of fundraiser, a fundraising raffle is an excellent way to raise more money for your cause. Fundraising raffles are popular with many different groups, but are typically popular for sports teams, church youth groups, and school fundraising initiatives because they are so easy to organize! Fundraising raffles also have [...]
Posted in Schools, Tools and Tips on Apr 29th, 2011
With warm weather brings the kick-off of many outdoor sports, providing an opportune time to get the ball rolling to launch a sports fundraising campaign! Whether your team is raising funds for new equipment, uniforms, or travel funds for summer competitions, the following information may help you kick-start your sports fundraiser. Important questions and factors [...]
Posted in Schools, Tools and Tips on Mar 17th, 2011
A vital part of the fundraising process is the research involved in determining the right fundraising program for your group. Many of the folks we deal with are new to fundraising and they’re learning on the fly. There is a steep learning curve and some of the lingo in the fundraising world can be confusing. [...]
Posted in Fundraising Ideas, Schools on Mar 1st, 2011
Welcome to March…the month where college basketball takes center stage as the NCAA basketball championship tournament kicks off. During this month, basketball fans, college students, and general sports enthusiasts are all rooting for their favorite teams. And, don’t underestimate the significance of “March Madness”…it’s almost as popular as the Superbowl or World Series. Why not [...]
Posted in Case Studies, Fundraising Ideas, Participant Interview, Schools, Walkathons on Feb 15th, 2011
My New Red Shoes raises the confidence of thousands of homeless and very-low income children as they start the school year across four counties in California’s Bay Area. How? By providing them with a new pair of shoes, $50 gift card for new school clothes shopping, a little “something special” (like a school supply) and [...]
Posted in Schools on Feb 8th, 2011
As with any organization, the leader sets the tone. In a school setting, the principal is the leader and therefore is the one people look to for guidance, to “steer the ship” as some say. Students, teachers, school administrators and parents respond and follow the actions of the principal, so a positive tone is essential. [...]
Posted in Schools on Sep 21st, 2010
Parents are very important to the schools and communities they serve…specifically when it comes to supporting educational programs for their children. For this reason, PTO & PTA fundraisers are some of the most successful school fundraisers. Why? Parents are invested in the future of their children, they are embedded in various social networks within community, [...]