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November 12, 2008
Becoming a fund raising consultant can be a very fun and extremely rewarding profession. Oftentimes people may feel that a rougher economy will be difficult to raise money; however, the opposite is often the case. This article will look at some of the pros and colognes of becoming a fund raising ..
November 11, 2008
Do you play well with others, and are you looking for a new fundraiser for your association or other community or professional group? A cooperative tips booklet could be the ideal solution, and be a painless process. In a membership association, a collection of experts tips booklet can be a great ..
October 22, 2008
Recruiting volunteers to help with your fundraisers is not always easy. Most parent organizations, charities, teams, and other non-profits can always use as many volunteers and donors as they can get.Organizations have difficulty finding volunteers for a variety of reasons. One of the reasons is ..
October 10, 2008
There is a saying in the world of nonprofit fundraising and that is:People give to PeopleWhat this means is that if you want to motivate people to give to your charity or cause you need to put a “human face" on it. People respond more favorably when they can identify and empathize with your ..
September 25, 2008
Charity golf tournaments can be a fun and profitable way to raise money for whatever cause you want. Unlike a lot of charity events, golf is something that, if you market it properly, is almost guaranteed to be a success, because it's something that many people love to play, and when you combine ..
September 24, 2008
Suppose you are a new board member, a foundation director, or the chair of a fundraising committee, and you are brimming with enthusiasm eager to create a profitable new fundraiser for your non-profit organization. Or perhaps you are a tired, burned out fundraiser looking for something new. You ..
September 23, 2008
Yesterday I visited a local non-profit homeless shelter that I knew was having financial difficulties and almost closed at one point but was rescued at the last minute-temporarily. The director gave me a complete and candid rundown of his entire operation, including the details of his financial ..
September 22, 2008
1. Understand your budget. What this means is make sure you have one! This should not be an arbitrary number that is pulled out of the air but the actual costs it will take to execute your plan. To do this you will need to conduct thorough research. Remember to consider all costs required to ..
September 16, 2008
What's the next big thing? Well, it's time to dust off your rolodex, get on the horn and start talking about “agar."What do your contacts know about agar and do they know what it is used for? Which are perfect distributors for you? How do you get the word out that you're a source for ..
September 12, 2008
The suggestions that follow may seem trivial but they work. It addresses the core reason why some schools do better than others even with all other factors being equal. It is easy when planning a new fundraiser to focus on the wrong things. Here are five of the right things to focus on.Below you ..
September 11, 2008
Reusable Shopping Bags are the FutureIt's in the news every day; we are destroying the planet and “something" has to be done, and now! We hear the stories about global warming and deforestation and another oil spill and it all seems so far away that we ask ourselves “but what can I ..
August 15, 2008
My wife and I listed our house for sale last Monday and sold it on Wednesday. The buyer offered us a few hundred dollars more than our asking price, so we accepted. But we have lingering doubts. Maybe you would, too.You know how it is. You name your price, and your buyer agrees immediately. So you ..
August 07, 2008
While the vast majority of children in the United States attend a public school and receive a solid education, there are thousands of private schools that offer an excellent alternative. I have worked as an elementary principal of a private school, and I've had my own children in the public system. .
August 07, 2008
If your non-profit organization does not have an annual golf outing as a major component of your overall fundraising strategy, I would strongly recommend re-considering your plan.While some may protest and claim that golf outings are a “dime a dozen", I would argue that there are dozens of ..
August 06, 2008
So, do you?Volunteering for non-profit events is one thing I really love to do. One reason is because I'm not yet in a position of extreme wealth in order to give a ton of cash donations which many organizations of course need. So, instead I volunteer my time because while that is still very ..
July 31, 2008
Nowadays entrepreneurial ventures are constantly making headlines and featuring on television shows both in the US and abroad, which is pushing more and more people to make that change and start their own business. Some use their previous experience to provide a refined version of an existing ..
July 29, 2008
My wife Gina served a 2-year sentence as President of our son's elementary school PTA (and some of you know exactly what I mean.)During that time, I became aware of the “90/10 Rule," which states that - in any organization or committee - 10% of the people do 90% of all the work.Event-planning .
July 28, 2008
The very first thing you need to realize when choosing a fundraising company is that these companies are in business to turn a profit. Choose a reputable company that you have researched and both of your needs should be easily met.1.) Sales SuppliesIf you are operating your fundraiser on a ..
July 26, 2008
Find out a suitable government grant is very hard in these days. The most frustrated thing is there are bulks of application to be filled and these are time consuming. You'd better spend much time on these procedures because you are in very need of the grant. To make sure you fill out the grant ..
July 24, 2008
Hiring the right fund raising consultant can make all the difference in your next fund raising project. There are many benefits to hiring a professional when it comes to large fund raising events. This article will look at a couple of reasons that you may consider hiring a fund raising consultant.1 .
July 23, 2008
A school fundraising activity is always a great idea to help your school raise the money that it needs with the help and participation of the whole community. It is also an excellent way for students to understand the value of money and to learn that hard work pays off.With so many fundraisers ..
July 23, 2008
Are you in need of fundraising efforts in order to help out your child's school or for a local family or perhaps a nonprofit organization? Whatever the reason is for needing to bring in some funds and to whomever the funds will go, there are several things you can do to ensure your fundraising ..
July 22, 2008
With so much important work to do and cash donations at an all time low, more and more charities around the country are struggling to make ends meet. Community charity food lockers are reporting a steep rise in the number of families now showing up in need, that used to give to their organization. ..
July 18, 2008
If you are the unfortunate parent on the PTA that drew the short straw and are now in charge of the next school fundraising project, you may be taking a deep breath right now. Everyone is probably throwing all sorts of ideas at you and telling you how easy it will be. You're probably wondering why ..
July 17, 2008
If you got a good idea which is profitable but you have no money. You should go to the government grant office. Government grant is usually money given by a government agency or private business to carry out the business plan which most is from people like you. But there is also a problem. Finding ..
July 17, 2008
For many of us there are many causes which are close to us, they might be child rights, women rights, environment cause or animal rights. It doesn't matter what the cause is, it all about the dedication and the heart you have. In order to support the cause or the organization, many of us donate ..
July 17, 2008
Charities are awesome as they help out the needy. But if you are like the rest of us, you wonder if most of your cash donations to these charities are going to the actual purposes they represent. You work hard for your money and have no problem sharing with others, as long as it is going to where ..
July 17, 2008
Fundraisers can be a bit tricky, especially if you've never managed one before. Thinking about how to start and where to start can almost make you want to never start. But never fear; help is here.Fundraisers - Where's the Money?After some analytical brainstorming of the goals of your mission and ..
July 17, 2008
If you are in need of charity event planning tips, you must need to put on a charity event and raise some funds. We have some exciting, fun tips to help ensure a successful evening. We figure if you have an exciting event, your guests will have a great time and be more apt to open the wallets and ..
July 16, 2008
Running a successful business brings its share of responsibilities, not the least of which is the part that you must play as a member of a social group. If you would like your firm to be an active participant in the community, and contribute to a cause that is held dear, chances are that it will ..
July 16, 2008
When you book a fundraiser in direct sales, you'll want to create a plan to ensure your success.Order plenty of catalogs. Every organization is different. Some will ask for one catalog per person and some will ask for three-to-five catalogs per person. You want to be ready for whatever the needs of .
July 16, 2008
Fundraisers are a wonderful way to increase your sales as a direct sales distributor. Often you are able to reach new customers that you yourself may not have been able to otherwise reach.There are many reasons to want increased sales. Perhaps your company offers a higher commission on higher ..
July 16, 2008
Churches and synagogues are non-profit organizations and are always in need of funds.It is through donations that clergy salaries are paid, the building is maintained and programs are offered to congregants.Since these groups always need funds, churches and synagogues are wonderful organizations to .
July 16, 2008
Holding a fundraiser as a direct sales distributor is an excellent way to find new customers and possibly even a new distributor.Fundraisers are a win-win for both sides. The group or organization raises funds and you find folks who like, use and buy your products.It is always my suggestion that ..
July 16, 2008
Fundraising in direct sales is a wonderful way to locate new customers. You are having sub-sellers doing the selling for you. Those who might not have ordered from you directly will order now, knowing the funds will benefit the organization/group involved.I'd like to share seven tips for creating a .
July 16, 2008
Hosting fundraisers in direct sales is a wonderful way to find new customers and to possibly recruit new team members.Choosing the length of time you'll host the fundraiser is crucial to the fundraisers success.My suggestion is to consider starting your fundraiser on a Thursday and running it for ..
July 16, 2008
Planning is crucial to a successful fundraiser in direct sales. Since all supplies need to be ordered and shipped, allow yourself plenty of time to get the needed supplies before approaching the organization with your fundraising proposal.I like packets. I believe that packets are a wonderful way ..
May 20, 2008
1. School Carnivals Are Incredibly Popular With Students and Parents AlikeQuick, which would you rather do- go to the school carnival or visit to the dentist? See? No contest. OK, maybe that's not a fair fight, carnival vs. dentist, but the fact is, a school carnival is one of the absolute ..
May 19, 2008
When I worked as the principal of a private elementary school, there was a debate going on before I got there, and it was still going on after I left. The debate centered on the issue of creating a “mandatory parent participation fee".Basically, for those of you unfamiliar with this concept, ..
May 19, 2008
School carnivals are one of the most popular ways to raise money for schools in the United States. While the amount of planning and organizing that goes into this type of an event may be very high, the pay-off can also be substantial. If you find yourself in charge of running your school's ..
May 19, 2008
If you work in a school that relies on significant financial contributions to meet your yearly budgetary goals, it is possible that at some point there will be or has been a breakdown in confidence within the organization. As a result, donations have dropped, enrollment has likely declined, and ..
May 06, 2008
Most schools rely on fundraisers to generate much needed revenue for their programs. These kinds of events are great ways for schools to raise money and accomplish goals. However, there seems to be a growing reluctance by some parents to participate in such programs. Without active and enthusiastic .
April 18, 2008
Without doubt one of the most important tasks your charity, or nonprofit organization, has to do is fundraising. The industry is full of fundraising products, plans and programs and most of them are really good. Unfortunately, most of them are also really expensive and require a hefty upfront cost. .
February 15, 2008
Your fundraising newsletter will attract more readers, raise more funds and retain more donors when you publish outstanding photographs.Photographs are the most important images you can feature in your donor newsletter. Good photos make your newsletter pages more interesting. They help your ..
February 03, 2008
In part I, I mentioned two great resources for anyone interested in funding their business start up with government business grants. The Foundation Center was one resource. What I especially like about them is the classes they offer which cover many aspects of grants. Many of these classes are ..
February 03, 2008
Have you considered government business grants for you start up capital?A lot of people have great ideas for businesses, but no capital to start with. No matter what business you start, it takes at least a little seed money. You can get a bank loan, a home equity loan, or borrow from friends. A lot .
February 03, 2008
The great thing about government grants for small business compared with loans is you do not have to pay the grants back! This is a huge benefit for anyone interested in funding a business. This is also why so many entrepreneurs try to secure grant money for their start ups. Actually, finding a ..
February 03, 2008
To continue where we left off in Government Grants Small Business, Part I, getting grants can be tedious work. It will be worth it, though, if you can fund your business with what is essentially free money. This allows you to maximize your monthly cash flow, because you do not have as much (or any) .
February 03, 2008
If you are thinking about starting a new business, but do not have the money to do so, then you need to investigate government grants. Small business start ups sometimes require a lot of money, sometimes not. Either way, government grants could easily be the best source for initial financing.What ..
February 03, 2008
After reading Government Grants for Small Business Part I, I am sure you realize actually getting your first grant is going to be some work. The rewards, however, are well worth it. Imagine, having money to fund your start-up without having to pay it back.As I said in Part I, you will need a couple .
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