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Fundraising has been tough for the past 4 years with no sign of it easing Fundraising through challenge events are popular with your supporters especially firewalking events but since the pandemic I’ve noticed a decline in quality and safety Big promises are made by some firewalk providers that their firewalk will be a spectacular, transformative experience. You post what they promise, an amazing event with images of flames and happy people but the reality was as exciting as a damp squib (think New Year's fireworks display in London versus a £100 box of fireworks in your back garden) Chaotic, cluttered, disorganised, disappointing, dull They rock up with some red and white tape to attach to whatever structures are in place, that’s if they’ve even thought about barriers, wood in the boot of their car (not kidding), a some hi-viz vests (why? They're not on a construction site) Pre-firewalk ‘training’ consists of talking about how amazing they think they are, their journey, singing a song, putting your hand on your heart and thinking of rainbows and unicorns The firewalk was more like a fire step…one step, two steps and off All a bit ‘meh’ and in some cases, painful You work hard with these events; your supporters work hard raising much needed funds Fundraising firewalking is a special skill that your supporters deserve Demand better next up: How to see through the shiny blurb to know just how experienced they are at providing firewalks karen@blazefirewalking.com 07712048042 #firewalking #fundraising #charity #events #FirewalkingInstructor #CorporateSupport

Boost Your Charity Fundraising with Risk-Free Auction Packages What if your auction items were risk-free? Risk-free auction items, also known as auction packages or consignment items, are a classic fundraising strategy. But where can you find them? Do they cost the fundraiser anything? Imagine having access to a catalog filled with tempting travel packages and luxury experiences that you can auction off for potentially twice their face value. That’s our inventory catalog. Our inventory catalog features items that cost the fundraiser absolutely nothing. If the items don’t sell, they go right back into the pool. If they do sell, you pay a percentage of the cost, and the rest goes to your cause. Enhance your summer fundraising with our risk-free travel packages. With hundreds to choose from, you’ll have access to the most sought-after auction items. Travel packages are a proven favorite, drawing high bids and excitement. Browse our catalog - https://lnkd.in/g8Bg59ne . . . #Fundraising #CharityAuction #TravelPackages #RiskFree #SummerFundraising #NonProfit #AuctionItems #BidToWin #SupportACause 

https://gofund.me/ce0cdf41 In order to help a couple of amazing humans avoid homelessness, I'm offering full body character illustrations this week to those who donate! Here are the details... Only until Nov 8th, for every $150 of your donation made to help Danni and Lily to avoid homelessness, you will get 1 custom illustrated portrait! You can either get a custom design or let the artist create one for you. The illustrations will be provided as the artist can fulfill them. Illustrations will be provided in both jpg and png format, which will make them great for stickers, campaigns, profile pictures, emotes and so much more! All donations can be made through the linked GoFundMe or by contacting me directly if you would like to donate outside of the platform. Once the donation is made, you will be contacted within 5 days for needed information. Danni and Lily are two friends who are unexpectedly being forced to move, as their apartment company unceremoniously chose not to renew their lease at the last moment. They have 1 - 2 months to secure the funds for a new place before they must leave. The need is urgent. Any contribution, no matter how small, would mean the world to them and help them regain their footing. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this campaign with your network would also be immensely appreciated. #housinghelp #support #donate #helpmemove #charity

Use Caution When Advising Clients About Donating Works of Art Your clients who own highly-appreciated works of art certainly can consider making gifts of this property to a charity. Use caution, though, when helping clients structure gifts of artwork. Read more: https://bit.ly/3HUb4u4

Calling all Generous Hearts Got café-style tables and chairs? How about a sofa looking for a new home? We're also looking for a bookshelf, tall bar stools, or a coffee table needing a new place to shine. Goleudy Charity Needs Your Help! Exciting news! We're building a vibrant new community hub in central Swansea, set to be a hub of support, activities, and a welcoming space for all. Help us make our hub cozy and inviting by donating café-style tables and chairs, sofas, a bookshelf, tall bar stools, or a coffee table. Your generosity will create a space where friendships thrive, ideas flow, and support is abundant. How Can You Help: Donate: Got any of these items in good condition? Consider donating them to our community hub. Spread the Word: Not able to donate? No worries! Share this message with friends, family, and colleagues who might have items to contribute. Why Donate to Goleudy? Our community division is dedicated to improving people's lives by providing essential services and fostering community spirit. Your donations directly benefit residents and help build a positive community space. To maintain the safety of our community, we’ll need to ensure that donated furniture meets British Standard safety regulations. Upholstered furniture will need a visible fire safety label. If you’re unsure, please do get in touch, as most items will meet these standards, and we can check. Ready to Donate? Contact us at 07493971576 or amanda.parry@goleudy.org if you have items to donate or need more details. Your support means the world to us as we create a welcoming space. Thank you for helping us build a brighter future for our community! Together, let's make a difference. #GoleudyCharity #CommunityHub #SwanseaCommunity #DonateFurniture #Goleudy #Swanseacommunityfridge #teamwork #communitysupport

https://gofund.me/ce0cdf41 SECOND AND LAST CHANCE AT AN ADORABLE CHIBI ILLUSTRATION! In order to help a couple of amazing humans avoid homelessness, I'm offering custom chibi illustrations this week to those who donate! Here are the details... Only until October 25th, for every $100 of your donation made to help Danni and Lily to avoid homelessness, you will get 1 chibi illustration! You can either get a custom design or let the artist create one for you. The illustrations will be provided as the artist can fulfill them. Illustrations will be provided in both jpg and png format, which will make them great for stickers, campaigns, profile pictures, emotes and so much more! All donations can be made through the linked GoFundMe or by contacting me directly if you would like to donate outside of the platform. Once the donation is made, you will be contacted within 5 days for needed information. Danni and Lily are two friends who are unexpectedly being forced to move, as their apartment company unceremoniously chose not to renew their lease at the last moment. They have 1 - 2 months to secure the funds for a new place before they must leave. The need is urgent. Any contribution, no matter how small, would mean the world to them and help them regain their footing. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this campaign with your network would also be immensely appreciated. #housinghelp #support #donate #helpmemove #charity

If you're not able to raise money from your silent auction it's probably because you're forgetting this... SCARCITY. We've all been there. We're setting up a fundraising event, trying to figure out how many auction items we need to maximize the money raised, while ensuring we stay within the budget. It's not easy. However, with this silent auction hack, you'll never spend more than 5 minutes deciding how many items you need. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗰𝗸: For every 2 donors, use 1 silent auction item. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸? Say you have 120 guests coming to your event. Out of those 120 are 50 loyal donors. Now, out of the 70 guests who have never donated to you in the past, there may be a few who end up giving during your event. But, don't EXPECT them to give. Instead, use those unexpected donors to help drive up the auction item price for your loyal donors. So, for this scenario you should only have 25 silent auction items. Doing this will encourage fun bidding wars among donors and increase the amount raised for your mission. If you'd like to increase participation and allow more unexpected donors to give, try utilizing a raffle at the same event! #fundraisingtips #nonprofitfundraising #nonprofithelp #nonprofits #fundraisingideas

𝗔𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. This time STOP THE TRAFFIK Group The global anti-human trafficking and modern slavery charity has a fresh look. According to Transform magazine central to the charity's redesign is a ‘Stop Arrow’ branding device, which aims to provide a memorable distinction to the cliched forward-facing arrow,while hinting at the charity's prevention work Modernised typography, a new colour palette, and human-centric illustrations complete the new look. Stop the Traffik is the latest in a long line of charity rebrands in 2024. Have you been thinking of a rebrand for your organisation? Now's the time. Right now the spotlight is on charity branding. And everyone's looking. There's a real opportunity to raise your profile. 💬 P.S. What's stopping you from rebranding? Tell us in the comments. #charity #nonprofitmarketing #nonprofitleadership #branding

Maximize Your Impact This Holiday Season With CharityAuctionsToday As we approach the end of the year, it’s crucial to capitalize on the significant opportunities that come with year-end giving. The final months of the year often bring in the largest portion of donations for nonprofits, and running a holiday auction is a powerful way to engage your supporters and boost donations before the year closes. Whether it’s a cozy wine basket for a relaxing night in, tickets to unforgettable concerts or sporting events, game night baskets for holiday fun, or gift certificates to local restaurants—these items are perfect for sparking excitement and generating bids. CharityAuctionsToday makes it simple to create a seamless, impactful online auction that will help you reach your fundraising goals. Don't miss out on the holiday giving rush. Start your free auction today and give your supporters a chance to contribute while enjoying unique, memorable items this holiday season. Let us help you make the most of the season’s generosity with a platform that’s easy to use, secure, and designed to maximize your impact. Get started with $100 off your next auction with us, don’t wait—this exclusive offer ends soon! https://lnkd.in/gzYGpBA4 #YearEndGiving #HolidayFundraising #NonprofitSuccess #CharityAuctions #FundraisingGoals #GiveBack

Spring time refresher Whether you're planning to move or just looking to declutter, now is a great time to start the purging process. Here are some household items you can sort through to free up some space in your home: 👕 Clothes: Go through your closet and donate any items you haven't worn in the last year. 📚 Books: Sort through your bookshelves and donate any books you've already read or won't read again. 🎲 Games and Toys: Purge any games or toys that your family has outgrown or no longer plays with. 🎨 Artwork and Decor: Consider donating artwork or decor that no longer fits your style or aesthetic. 🧹 Cleaning Supplies: Toss any cleaning supplies that have expired or are no longer useful. Remember, don't just throw away usable items! Donate any non-consumables that are in good condition to a local charity or non-profit. Let's get started and make some room in our homes! #springrefresh #reclaimyourspace #donate #outwiththeold #makespace #springcleaning #organization#ragonasistersrealestate #ragonasistersrealty #ragonasistersmortgage #vaughanrealtor #vaughanrealestate #woodbridgerealtor #yorkregionrealestate #ragonasisters