Fundraising Tips, Ideas & Best Practices

    Practical guidance to help schools and nonprofits plan successful events, connect with donors, and raise more for their missions.

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    From Classroom to Campaign: How Teachers Can Leverage Fundraising Skills for Career Advancement

    Being a teacher is not only about teaching – it often requires a great deal of creativity and utilizing all possible skills for a great... Read More

    19 Jun 2025

    Ilona Kosenko

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    7 Ways To Promote Your Fundraising Auction

    You know what I hear all the time from organizations planning fundraising auctions? Read More

    02 Jun 2025

    Logan Mastrianna

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    A Strategy for Selling Tickets to Your Auction

    Selling tickets effectively is key to hosting a successful auction. Without a thoughtful approach, you might struggle to fill seats or raise as much money.... Read More

    Updated 12 May 2025

    Kara Tambellini

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    Fundraising in Uncertain Times, Part One: 4 Essential Strategies

    Today, nonprofits are navigating economic uncertainty and shifting political environments. Government funding has become unpredictable—policy changes, freezes, termination of federal grants, and budget cuts pose... Read More

    01 May 2025

    Kara Tambellini

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    Innovative Virtual Fundraising Events For Schools

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    10 Apr 2025

    Sudatta Das

    4 Ways to Save Time and Streamline Your Auction Planning

    4 Ways to Save Time and Streamline Your Auction Planning

    Let’s face it, pulling off a successful fundraising auction takes a lot of time and energy! Chances are, at this moment, you are deeply engaged... Read More

    Updated 04 Apr 2025

    Kara Tambellini

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    5 Creative Auction Items to Increase Bids

    Fundraising auctions are a great way for nonprofits of all sizes to raise money, spread awareness, and grow their donor base. They’re fun, an opportunity... Read More

    06 Mar 2025

    Roger Devine

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    When Is The Best Time to Host a School Fundraiser?

    Your school has decided on the perfect fundraiser to host this coming year—but now what? Before you can put together a team and promote your... Read More

    14 Feb 2025

    Evan Appleby

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    Avoid Hidden Costs: A Smarter Alternative to Tip-Based Fundraising Software

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    Roger Devine

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    How to Tell Your School's Story & Promote Your Fundraiser

    Humans have always been drawn to compelling stories—in fact, studies indicate that using storytelling in marketing can increase conversions by up to 30%. For your... Read More

    22 Oct 2024

    Vanessa Beyers

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