Fundraising for Nonprofits: Top 5 Ideas

February 18, 2019

Funds2Orgs Marketing Team

Nonprofit fundraising ideas have to be fresh, fun and easy in the digital era. For instance, Millennials and Generation Z generations pushed society toward more awareness. And they want sustainable answers for social changes. In other words, people want to see results and impact. As a result, they support causes when nonprofits demonstrate they make a positive difference in the world. But that takes funds, and so today we want to share our ideas for fundraising for nonprofits.

Thankfully, nonprofit fundraising doesn’t only have to include asking for money. The top fundraising for nonprofit ideas offer opportunities to quickly fill up a fundraising calendar. Moreover, ideas exist that are fun, easy and engaging opportunities to raise funds.

Let’s get started with our top 5 ideas for nonprofits to raise money.

1. Shoe drive fundraising

A shoe drive fundraiser is an excellent way to raise funds. For one, your nonprofit doesn’t have to ask for any money. Moreover, it’s a stand-alone fundraiser and serves as a complimentary fundraiser for another event, such as an auction or 5K race. Additionally, a shoe drive fundraiser has a few excellent benefits, which are a win/win/win. For instance, you raise money by collecting gently worn, used and new shoes. But your shoe drive fundraising company issues you a check for the footwear—so you don’t ask donors for money. Additionally, your nonprofit helps dispose of the shoes in a socially responsible fundraiser. Third, you support micro-entrepreneurs in developing nations seeking to help themselves out of poverty.

2. Matching gifts

So many nonprofits miss this effortless way to raise money. Corporations provide social good opportunities for their employees. And it could mean significant money for your nonprofit. So, it’s important to let people who donate to your nonprofit know of the opportunity for them to match the contribution. Often, corporations match employee gifts by two or even three times more money. In short, all your nonprofit has to do is promote matching gifts on your website. Also use social media and other promotional opportunities, such as all of your contribution forms. Double the Donation has the most comprehensive database for matching gifts for your organization to review.

3. 5K race fundraising

Many nonprofits that have causes related to supporting people with diseases, such as cancer. And they take advantage of 5K races. However, it’s an excellent type of fundraiser that doesn’t have to be limited to organizations dealing with health-related issues. So, when you sponsor a 5K race, you get your entire community involved. In short, runners pay a registration fee. And companies sponsor runners, as well as friends and colleagues of the runners, asked for sponsorship during the race. Additionally, 5K races provide an excellent opportunity for more money by collecting footwear. Yes, you could do a shoe drive fundraiser at the race, and also sell t-shirts and other swag. 

4. Video game tournament

Millions of people, especially Millennials and Gen Z play videos. So, a competition is an excellent way to not only attract current supporters who play videos, but also your broader community. Provide video game consoles and some of the best video games out there, such as Super Smash Bros and Sonic. Then, ask participants and spectators of all ages to attend a video gaming night. Participants pay a registration fee, and spectators pay an entrance fee. Also, you could promote this fun event by live streaming it, to ensure you get a higher level of attendance. And don’t forget to have fun prizes for the top players.

5. Sip and paint class

Ask your community of supporters to get their creative spirits on by having them pay a fee for a sip and paint class. Then, find a painter who enjoys teaching others to facilitate a sip and paint class. Ask participants to bring their own wine or artisan beers, or provide it for them. Then, have your painting teacher provide them with fun lessons that to help develop their creativity while they support a great cause. And, if you happen to have very talented participants, you might also consider auctioning off the art for additional funds raised in your sip and paint fundraiser.

Finally, remember a shoe drive fundraiser could serve as a stand-alone fundraiser. Or it could also complement one of the fundraisers mentioned. For 25 unique fundraising ideas for your nonprofit, check out our guide.

 

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