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Banking the Money You Have Raised
Banking the Money You Have Raised
There are bank accounts specifically designed for fundraising and non profit organisations that do come with competitive interest rates and free advice on fundraising…...
Become an Accredited Fundraiser
Become an Accredited Fundraiser
Accredited fundraising courses can be taken online or at universities and will provide valuable training and skills for anyone involved in the fundraising field....
Create a Charity Calendar
Create a Charity Calendar
Create a charity calendar in five easy steps. Learn how to get started raising money for your cause by making a charity calendar....
Environmentally Friendly Fundraisers
Environmentally Friendly Fundraisers
Environmental issues are highlighted in the media on a daily basis, and an environmentally friendly fundraiser will be an excellent way to raise funds while addressing…...
Fundraising During Economic Tough Times
Fundraising During Economic Tough Times
Fundraising donations can decrease during economic tough times, but reducing costs and increasing donation request methods may help to weather the financial storm....
Fundraising Event Problems to Be Aware of
Fundraising Event Problems to Be Aware of
Planning for problems before a fundraising event will mean that most foreseeable problems can easily be dealt with on or before the event day....
Fundraising Methods to Avoid
Fundraising Methods to Avoid
Effective fundraising means getting the balance right when it comes to the type of event or theme and the fundraiser’s style when engaging with the public face to face....
Fundraising Sponsorship Through Local Companies
Fundraising Sponsorship Through Local Companies
Sponsorship from a local business will be a great boost to fundraising activities and will not only help to increase donations but will also help to publicise the…...
Fundraising Using Social Networking Sites
Fundraising Using Social Networking Sites
Millions of people around the world use social networking sites on a daily basis and they are one of the best methods of advertising a fundraising event for free....
Going it Alone, Individual Fundraising FAQs
Going it Alone, Individual Fundraising FAQs
Individual fundraisers can often capture the public and the media’s interest due to the challenging nature of raising funds without the support of a large charity or…...
Hold a Fund Raising Coffee Morning
Hold a Fund Raising Coffee Morning
Raise money for your charitable cause by holding a fundraising coffee morning. We'll show you how!...
How to Diversify Fundraising Income Streams
How to Diversify Fundraising Income Streams
Diversifying fundraising income streams on a long term basis does makes financial sense for any fundraising group or organisation....
How to Organise a Charity Walk or Run
How to Organise a Charity Walk or Run
Follow these simple steps to organise a charity walk or charity run for your fundraising cause....
How to Produce a Charity Concert
How to Produce a Charity Concert
Learn how to put on a dazzling benefit concert for your charity with these great fundraising ideas and tips....
How to Publicise Your Fundraising Activity
How to Publicise Your Fundraising Activity
Raise more money by publicising your fundraising activities....
How to Raise Funds Online
How to Raise Funds Online
Tips for online fundraising...
How to Raise Money Through Sponsorship
How to Raise Money Through Sponsorship
Hints and tips on raising the maximum amount of sponsorship money....
How to Run a Raffle or Prize Draw
How to Run a Raffle or Prize Draw
Learn how to run a successful lottery, raffle or prize draw for your charitable cause with these fundraising tips....
How to Throw a Fundraising Party
How to Throw a Fundraising Party
Raise money for a charitable cause by holding a fundraising party in your community. We'll show you how!...
How to Write a Fundraising Letter
How to Write a Fundraising Letter
Find out how to write an effective fundraising letter to get the most donations for your charity....
Insurance and Your Fundraising Event
Insurance and Your Fundraising Event
Fundraising events will need adequate insurance cover, and insurance risks can range from event cancellation due to bad weather to employee insurance for volunteers....
Involving the Media in a Fundraising Campaign
Involving the Media in a Fundraising Campaign
There is no need to spend large amounts of money to advertise a fundraising campaign when the local media can be involved to help spread the word on a fundraiser....
Necessary Resources for a Successful Fundraising
Necessary Resources for a Successful Fundraising
There are certain resources that will be required for a successful fundraising campaign, not least of which will be dedicated volunteers with a wealth of good ideas....
Obtaining a Celebrity for a Fundraising Event
Obtaining a Celebrity for a Fundraising Event
Celebrity endorsements can be a great boost to any fundraising event and the publicity that can be generated by a local celebrity can help to increase attendance…...
Organise a Charity Auction
Organise a Charity Auction
Raise money for your fundraising cause by holding a charity auction. We'll show you how to prepare and run a charity auction....
Organise a Raffle, Draw or Lottery
Organise a Raffle, Draw or Lottery
Find out the latest lottery legislation and learn how to run a successful lottery, prize draw or raffle for your charitable cause....
Setting Up a Tax Effective Payroll Giving Scheme
Setting Up a Tax Effective Payroll Giving Scheme
Payroll Giving is a simple way for employees to donate to their favourite charities through their employer’s payroll system, and the scheme is tax free....
Setting Up a Website for Donations
Setting Up a Website for Donations
Setting up a fundraising website can be financially beneficial and there are internet web hosting companies that will guide fundraisers through the creation process…...
The Best Fundraisers for Beginners
The Best Fundraisers for Beginners
Fundraising can be fun and worthwhile but beginners should keep activities simple until they have gained enough experience to progress onto long-term fundraising…...
The Lowest Cost and Easiest Fundraising Methods
The Lowest Cost and Easiest Fundraising Methods
Using easy, low cost fundraising methods will help to simplify the fundraising process meaning more of the donations going towards the good cause rather than…...
VAT and Fundraising
VAT and Fundraising
There are a number of VAT exemptions that will apply to fundraising events but organisations should check with the HM Revenues and Customs to ensure they are a…...
Volunteering: the First Step on a Fundraising Career
Volunteering: the First Step on a Fundraising Career
Volunteering with a national or local fundraising organisation can be an excellent stepping stone to a fundraising career, and a great number of skills can be learnt…...
What is Gift Aid and How is it Used?
What is Gift Aid and How is it Used?
Gift Aid is a way for charities or charitable donators to reclaim back an amount of tax and increase the donation amount by almost a third....
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