by Lindsay Morris, eHow Editor
Whether your goal is to raise money for little league uniforms or pay non-profit salaries, you're in for a windfall of valuable insight here on eHow. Uncover lesser-known fundraising opportunities and avoid common pitfalls, armed with the following.
For many non-profit and volunteer groups, a bake sale is a great way to raise money for a cause. With the right combination of planning and assistance, your bake sale can Read More
Children have a great ability to influence people to donate, and there are many creative ways to get children involved in the fund-raising process. Find out how to organize Read More
Silent auctions typically go hand-in-hand with a live auction, although a silent auction can exist separately. Often a dinner or food of some sort will go with a silent Read More
Having a raffle can be both fun for everyone and profitable for your fund raising cause if you follow these simple steps. The idea is to get an item that most people would Read More
Earning money for your nonprofit can be accomplished two ways, the traditional way and the nontraditional way. Whichever route your nonprofit chooses, even if it chooses Read More
Nonprofit organizations receive their tax exempt status and privileges because their work benefits the public who also pays for it through donations. One of the most Read More
Fundraisers are a great way for groups and organizations to earn money. There are many causes that need help raising money and there are several ways to go about doing it. Read More
If you've ever gone to a book sale, you've probably noticed that the cookbooks sell out first. Good cookbooks are in high demand, so making a cookbook to sell is an Read More
The Internet has exploded onto the charitable fundraising scene, and has become a very popular way for charities to both raise money and gain wider support for their Read More
According to Giving USA (www.givingusa.org), a philanthropic research organization, more than $306 billion was donated to causes in the United States in 2007. That doesn't Read More
Millions of people work tirelessly each year to raise money for their organization or favorite charity, especially at year's end when 50% of the charitable contributions Read More
When holding a fundraiser, the way to ask for donations is to make the vision clear so that people understand the reason that they should donate their money. Reiterate the Read More
Asking for donations can be a tricky process. A nonprofit organization depends on donations to keep its business running; however, it can be difficult to not come across as Read More
A silent auction can be an excellent way to raise money for an organization or an event. In a silent auction, items are donated from businesses and individuals. These items Read More
Unless you're a seasoned development professional, the concept of asking for money on behalf of a charitable organization is a major "turn-off" for many people. Asking Read More
Whether you are in charge of raising money for a child’s athletic team or your club needs funds to promote a political lobbying effort, asking for donations is an important Read More
Charities are tax-free organizations that offer services to citizens or the community at large. Charity organizations often work through churches or civil organizations to Read More
Even during tough economic times, most companies budget funding for charity donations. Charitable donations serve two purposes from a corporate perspective. They make Read More
Is your organization about to have a fundraiser, but you don't know how to maximize the benefits? You will want to start by writing a fundraising strategy, then implement Read More
Matching funds are an excellent way for business owners to participate in the fundraising efforts of their local communities and organizations. Many businesses will supply Read More
Raise money from the public
Be the first to ask a question about this Quick Guide!
Copyright © 1999-2009 eHow, Inc. Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. en-US
