In its first annual Evening in Paris event, Female Leaders in Philanthropy netted more than $26,000 to fund the group’s three service projects in Springfield, Missouri. FLiP is a United Way Women’s Initiative. The funds will go to support: Formally Yours, which provides prom dresses for needy teens (discontinued program) Suit Yourself Boutique, which outfits […]
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Successful fundraising is always a group effort, usually involving lots of people. You know you can’t do it alone, so follow these nine excellent tips for maximizing your volunteer resources and keeping people engaged in your process. 1. Swap Out Leadership Prepare well ahead of time and assign co-chairs, especially for key positions. This will
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You won’t raise much if no one knows about your fundraiser, so get smart about spreading the word. Persistence and determination are crucial. It takes a lot of repetitions to break through communication clutter, so try them all. 1. Maximize your website Use it to share your goals, recruit volunteers, thank sponsors, feature new offerings,
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It’s not brain surgery, but if it is to succeed, fundraising requires special attention to certain basics. Review these top 10 tips to give your fundraiser better results. 1. Provide as much value as possible More value means more prospects, more buyers or donors, and more money for your cause. 2. Articulate your value proposition
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