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How to Raise Funds With a Card Display Fundraiser

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How to Raise Money With a Card Display Fundraiser

Card Display Fundraiser Tips One way to raise funds and get publicity for your cause at the same time is the card display. In partnership with retail outlets patrons of a store or restaurant are offered the opportunity to buy ‘cards’ for a minimum donation (usually one dollar) that are then placed on a way display. The cards are normally in color and made from card stock. They can be shaped like something related to the organization, its sponsored event […]

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School Fundraiser Checklist

Are You Planning a School Fundraiser? Don’t Forget These Essentials Many schools have at least one or two “big” fundraisers every year to help support their school, if not other special fundraisers for activities or special projects. There are so many different fundraisers you can choose from — from doing a school fair to selling a product to holding a dinner dance. But with every fundraiser it comes down to the basics: getting everyone organized and ready for success. Here […]

5 Tips About Asking Co-Workers to Support Your Child's School Fundraiser

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How to Ask Co-Workers to Support Your Child’s School Fundraiser

5 Tips on How to Ask Co-Workers to Support Your Child’s School Fundraiser It’s a feeling I’m sure many of you have had. That sinking sensation in your stomach when you know you’ve got to hit up your co-workers for cash to support your child’s school fundraising project. We’ve all been there. You hate to impose on the people you work with, but the school needs it, and there’s a great prize your kid wants. You can help by selling […]

12 Stategies to Overcome Fundraising Fatigue

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12 Strategies for Overcoming Fundraising Fatigue

Fundraising Fatigue “Fundraising Fatigue” is a term that has cropped up in recent years to reference the feeling that individuals have been asked to make charitable donations to too many organizations too frequently. This has become particularly relevant after the Tsunami relief effort in 2004 and Hurricane Katrina in 2005. So many people contributed to these two emergency needs, that it supposedly took away available dollars from local causes. It is possible that you may have encountered this malady before […]

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3 Easy Steps for Creating a Fundraising Flyer

The Effective Fundraising Flyer To promote your fundraiser and bring in lots of support, an effective fundraising flyer can be a big help. Here are 3 simple steps to creating a great flyer for your next fundraising campaign: Step 1 – Organize the Details Sit down with pen and paper and write down the answers to the following questions about your fundraiser: What type of campaign are you having? When will the fundraiser happen? Where will it be? Why are […]

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6 Suggestions To Keep Uncle Sam Happy With Your Homeschool

Fundraising for Homeschoolers When you finally made the decision to teach your children at home, there were understandably dozens of concerns that raced through your mind. Making sure that Uncle Sam got his cut of any money you raised to pay for books, materials, trips, or other educational supplies probably wasn’t high on the list of stuff that kept you up at night. However, the reality is that if you ever decide to solicit outside funding for any aspect of […]

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Christmas Holiday Raffle Prize Ideas

Ideas for a Christmas Holiday Raffle Prize If you’re looking for an easy idea for fundraising during the holiday season, try holding a raffle for a gift basket, television, a fun new gadget, a cool new Echo device, giant stuffed animal…or here’s a unique idea…Katydids Candy tins. People usually don’t mind taking a chance on a raffle during the holidays, especially if it’s something they would love to have themselves or give as a gift, and if it’s for a […]

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Favorite Fundraising Products for Schools

Need Ideas for Your Next School Fundraiser? The favorite fundraiser choice for schools is usually the order-taker brochure. Schools love these because they are no-risk and require no money up-front. We offer many types of brochures, including cookie dough, katydids candy, popcorn, custom spirit items, and lollipops. In most cases, your shipping is free, which is a big help. You are sure to find the perfect fundraising product for your school. —– 5 Favorite Fundraisers for Schools: Cookie Dough Katydids […]