Tom Kelly - Fundraising Insights & Trends | CharityAuctionsToday (Page 13)

Volunteers

How to Get Volunteers and Keep Them

Recruit and retain volunteers by writing clear role descriptions, simplifying the sign-up process, onboarding with training/support, tapping multiple outreach channels, being flexible, and recognizing contributions.

Donations

Silent Auction Donation Request Sources

A guide to 30+ companies that donate auction items or gift cards (retail, travel, food, apparel), plus tips on writing personalized requests, following up, and sourcing locally.

Volunteers

Volunteer Fundraising Management

Combine volunteer and fundraising efforts by recruiting fundraisers as volunteers, training them in asking, setting clear goals, giving tools/templates, tracking results, and recognizing their contributions.

fundraising ideas

6 Quick Christmas Fundraising Ideas

This article offers Christmas fundraising ideas: tribute gifts, holiday auctions, festive drives, charity gift bundles, and special promotions to spark holiday generosity.

fundraising ideas

Women's Charity Event Ideas to Raise Money

For women’s groups, host events like wine tastings, fashion shows, dinners, auctions, 5Ks, volunteer days, garage sales, lunch & learns, movie nights, trivia, or potlucks—each tailored to your audience and mission.

How To

How to Get Items Donated for a Charity Auction

To get great auction items, organize a volunteer team, map out desired donations, engage local businesses with a clear ask, follow up personally, and always send thank-you notes.