February 19, 2008

Karaoke Raffle Dinner

singers.jpgLooking for a fun and wild night that really gets your donors involved in a good way? Try a Karaoke Raffle Dinner for your next fundraiser! More

November 12, 2007

Super Bowl Fundraisers

football-field.jpgThere are only a few sporting events each year that draw as big a crowd as the Super Bowl! With the word “Bowl” right in its name, rescue groups can easily use the idea of a Super large bowl to fill the bowls of hungry pets. Here are a few ways to get your piece of the action, by hosting a fundraiser catering to football fans. More

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August 2, 2007

Build A Bear Workshop Product Donation

babw.jpgIf you’re looking for something to add to your upcoming auctions, here’s a snuggly idea: request a gift certificate or a stuffed animal and accessories from Build A Bear Workshop! More

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January 1, 2007

FRANK- Sell your stuff to Frank!

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 the ask’ without feeling tongue tied. Well, finding people to ask is the easiest part of the whole equation, since you already know them in one way or another… just ask FRANK! More

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December 11, 2006

Regifting

gift.jpgWith the holidays approaching, there are plenty of etiquette segments in the media that discuss the concept of regifting. Here’s one great way to get some auction items for your rescue! More

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November 20, 2006

Thanksgiving Dinner Raffle

November is the month when animal rescues promote adoptions of Senior Pets. One of the many fundraisers that could be done this time of year to celebrate these special pets is the Thanksgiving Dinner Raffle. There are many families in your town who would love to have a complete meal cooked for them. Here’s how to do it… More

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Template- Donation Request Letter

Here’s a template for a basic donation request letter to send to business owner’s. Generally, a template is frowned upon in the fundraising world. But, in the case of writing to a business asking for a donation for an auction item, it is necessary to be succint and make your point in a professional manner. Here’s how… More

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October 13, 2006

50/50 Raffle- Deck of Cards Twist

One idea that works great as an add-on fundraiser at your events (especially a casino night!), is to host a 50/50 Deck of Cards Raffle. The twist is that there will be a set number of cards sold (52) and you’ll use a deck of cards to draw the winner. More

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Golf Ball Drop

This is a perfect add-on fundraiser for a charity golf event. It can also be held at a football field, soccer field, or any other open field during another fundraising event. Your group has the potential to raise up to $40,000 with this fundraiser. More

June 7, 2006

Mystery Eggs

EggsFor many groups, having a regular raffle may be too difficult due to state laws, or a lack of 501c3 designation. But, you can still hold a raffle where everyone wins something, either a bake sale treat or a gift certificate or basket! More

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