Monthly Archives: January 2007

myHometownHelper.com

Posted on January 31, 2007 by Danielle Hamilton

General Mills and Hamburger Helper — myHometownHelper.com Application Deadline: May 31, 2007

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Law of Attraction

Posted on January 26, 2007 by Danielle Hamilton

Fans of “The Secret” will tell you that it’s the Law of Attraction in the Universe that can help you succeed. This strategy may be true for charities as well as business people and entrepreneurs around the world.

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Scouts Helping Animals

Posted on January 20, 2007 by Danielle Hamilton

Our future animal rescuers are currently students with a love for animals and an appreciation for working to help them. There are various ways that kids and young adults are able to help raise money and support animal rescues. It’s … Continue reading →

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Using the Bell Curve in Auctions

Posted on January 18, 2007 by Danielle Hamilton

Auctions are a lively fundraiser option, either as a stand alone event or as part of a larger dinner event. There is a specific strategy used for placing items for bid in auctions that will help bring in the most … Continue reading →

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Lock Up- Auburn Recap

Posted on January 10, 2007 by Danielle Hamilton

Lock up campaigns are a great way to raise awareness while raising donations! This sort of fundraiser may sound extreme, but it only takes a few people to pull off something amazing! Take a look at this set-up held annually … Continue reading →

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Yankee Candle Fundraiser

Posted on January 6, 2007 by Danielle Hamilton

Not all catalog based fundraisers are created equally! Yankee Candles can help your group earn 40% of sales while selling a highly popular item to your family and friends!

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Change Coins into Fundraising Success

Posted on January 5, 2007 by Danielle Hamilton

Reportedly, there are over $10 Billion US in coins currently gathering dust as spare change in piggy banks and old cookie tins in homes all across America. One great way for your fundraising group to get your hands on this … Continue reading →

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FRANK- Sell your stuff to Frank!

Posted on January 1, 2007 by Danielle Hamilton

Many people are extremely shy when it comes to selling raffle tickets or asking people to order through catalogs. They just can’t think of anyone to ask, or aren’t sure what to say. Scripts make it easy to actually ‘make … Continue reading →

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Website Checkup

Posted on January 1, 2007 by Danielle Hamilton

With a new year, comes a new focus on fundraising and gaining exposure for your group. Here are a few ideas for you to consider in these colder months while you sit in front of your computer. (Move the cat … Continue reading →

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