As a nonprofit professional, you might have some experience pitching to media. Whether you’re trying to sell tickets to an event, reach a new audience of potential donors or simply raise awareness about your cause, you may know how this process tends to go. Let’s say you want to spread the word about the amazing […]
How to Write a Fundraising Letter
What inspires people to donate their hard-earned money to a stranger’s cause? And how do these people choose which of the thousands of noble causes to donate their limited resources to? It all starts with a fundraising letter. What is a Fundraising Letter? A fundraising letter is your first impression and most important chance to […]
Setting Up a Donation Page on CauseVox
Chances are your organization has some kind of donation form on your website. It’s 2024 after all: we know that donors want the ability to give digitally. But it’s also likely that you haven’t created a donation page that converts as well as it could. That’s a serious problem, because it means that no matter […]
Ultimate Guide to the Community Services Recovery Fund
Three years after the COVID-19 pandemic, many charities and nonprofits have moved from surviving to thriving. They are securing more donors and creating new methods for obtaining grants, individual and corporate contributions. The Government of Canada has rallied behind nonprofits with its historic Community Services Recovery Fund. This $400 million investment through the National Funders […]
Peer-to-Peer Team Fundraising: Why and How
When you think of peer-to-peer activities, you might focus on the power of individuals. Certainly, individuals are at the core of a good peer-to-peer campaign, but don’t forget the potential of people banding together and forming a team. Team fundraising can seriously boost your campaign. The Power of “Together” in Team Fundraising A fundraising team […]
How to Use a SWOT Analysis for Your Nonprofit
Contrary to its public perception as a sleepy and antiquated industry, the nonprofit space is a fast-paced world brimming with energy and potential. And it’s important to routinely ask the questions: “How are we doing? And where do we go from here?” A SWOT analysis is a great tool to guide any team through this […]
25 Online Fundraiser Ideas for Schools
Looking for ways to raise more for your school? This comprehensive list of online fundraiser ideas for schools will inspire you with unique and successful examples. Schools need financial resources in order to offer quality instruction to students. Public, charter, and private schools all require funding to support academic endeavors, whether for classroom supplies, special […]
10 Creative Crowdfunding Ideas
Crowdfunding is a resourceful, effective method of fundraising that engages a wide base of people to achieve financial goals. The old adage “many hands make light work” rings true with crowdfunding. Fundraising goals become supercharged by means of engaging larger numbers of people (hence, the “crowd” in crowdfunding). We’ve put together a list of winning […]
SMART Fundraising Goals
At the heart of every successful fundraising campaign are clearly defined fundraising goals. Goals serve as a strategic roadmap and it isn’t something you pull out of thin air. It takes time, planning, research, and intention. When you’re setting a goal for your next fundraising campaign, it might as well be SMART. At least, that’s […]
30 Holiday Fundraising Ideas Your Supporters Will Love
When it comes to the holidays, it’s better to give than to receive– and that’s what all of us at CauseVox love about this time of the year! That’s why we’ve put together this list of exciting holiday fundraising ideas for your nonprofit. Not only are we excited about giving gifts to our favorite family […]