Fundraising Events for Non-profit Organizations
For non-profit groups and organizations, gathering big funds is not impossible, but rather a challenge. And when it comes to asking other companies and/or people of the community for monetary help, it can really make this quite tough. That is why, hosting fundraising activities and events is the best way to go about it. Whether it's a big or small event, you don't want to get confused as to how you should go about it. Here are some valuable and effective steps you need to keep in mind while organizing any fundraising events for non-profit organizations.
- What are the goals you wish to achieve with this event?
- Write the course of action, your plans for the event.
- Use cost-efficient methods to cut down or manage the cost for your fundraiser.
- Prepare a timeline for your event.
- Identify who are your event's funding sources?
- Evaluate your overall plan through the specified time period.
Creative Ideas to Make Your Event Successful
Not everyone can devise a plan or has all the steps figured out on how to raise money. It's a step by steps process that takes time and a lot of patience. So if you are ready for making your event a success, we have quite a few suggestions for you. Just go through the following quick fundraising ideas and get inspired.
Mini Golf Tournament
To start off, how about hosting a mini golf tournament in a particular neighborhood. You can have local businesses, small or big, to sponsor hole(s) for the game. They can choose from contributing US $25 or US $50, or even more per hole scored. In return, you will place sponsorship banners around the venue as an acknowledgment of their share.
Mardi Gras
One of the best events for all ages is a Mardi Gras celebration, without waiting for an actual party. You can get a big meeting hall (have a hotel or community center donate it for the event), get party decorations, food (again, donated), and of course, music. You can sell the tickets to everyone on the neighborhood or any particular age, sex, or race demographics you are targeting on.
Bachelor/Bachelorette Auctions
It's for a noble cause. You've seen it happen in movies, so why not make use of this simple, yet fun idea. All you have to do is ask your friends, neighbors, colleagues, and people you know (of course, who are bachelors and bachelorettes) to volunteer themselves for the event. Also, you can put up flyers at various coffee shops, restaurants, universities, etc. and decide on the venue. At the event, people will place their bids and whoever bids the highest will win a date. Not only are you collecting funds but are also bringing two singles together.
5K Run or Walk
Another idea you can venture on is a 5K run or walk for people to participate in. You can advertise the event in local newspapers, radio stations, and community centers. You are sure to find people of all ages willing to take part in the event. Sell the tickets for the walk or run for US $10 or US $20, or even more.
Beach Cleanup
Regardless of time of the year it is, cleaning our local beaches is a great way to bring people together and do something for the environment. You can ask donors to pledge a certain amount for the time they are spending cleaning the beaches. Also, you can separate trash and take it to recycling centers to make more money. This way, you would've done something for the environment, helped raise awareness, and accomplished your event successfully.
Fashion Show
For your next event, how about hosting a fashion show? You can have kids and teens from school, adults from various communities to join in the fun. Have them dress in their favorite clothes and let them show their fashionable style on the ramp. For raising money, charge an admission fee for the show.
There are tons of fundraising ideas designed specifically for non-profit organizations to venture on. All you have to do is keep your eyes and creative mind open. Take help from people in your organization and the community to help you suggest some ideas. And if you feel that organizing fundraisers is not your cup of tea, then you can place an application for local and/or national grants for help.
