Fundraising Insights & Trends | CharityAuctionsToday (Page 14)

Guides

16 College Fundraising Ideas: Great Step-By-Step Guide

For student orgs: use fun, low-cost fundraisers (food sales, sports tournaments, spirit merch, contests, auctions), plan with a committee, promote early, and verify permissions.

How To

How To Use Social Media to Boost Your Fundraiser

Use social media to spread your fundraiser: tell your story with bright images, post often, tag partners and donors, use relevant hashtags, and include clear calls-to-action so more people see and share it.

How To

How To Volunteer and Do Good from Home

Learn how to volunteer online: offer your skills (design, copy, coaching), assist with virtual events, moderate forums, mentor, or support remote campaigns—no commute needed.

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8 Thanksgiving Fundraisers Ideas for Schools

Thanksgiving gives nonprofits a storytelling hook: combine gratitude messaging, donor spotlights, matching challenges, and community events (meals, drives) to boost giving and strengthen relationships.

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School Fundraising Ideas

This article offers school-friendly event ideas—from carnivals and auctions to read-a-thons and food festivals—that engage students, families, and communities to raise funds.

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5 Custom Text Messages Proven to Drive Auction Traffic

Texting gives you instant reach: send messages like “Auction is live,” “No bids yet,” “Closing soon,” and “Donate anyway” to stir urgency, spotlight items, and capture more revenue.

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Companies that Match Donations for Schools and Other Nonprofits

Many corporations match employee donations (often 1:1 or more). Schools should list common matchers (e.g. Microsoft, Home Depot, Bank of America), prompt donors to check employer policies, and use matching tools to double gifts.

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4 Strategies to Boost Mobile Giving & Fundraising Results

Boost mobile donations by simplifying the giving flow, offering preset amounts, optimizing for phones, and promoting via multiple channels (SMS, email, print, events).

How To

How to Promote Your Fundraiser

To earn publicity: pitch local media early, use compelling stories, leverage partners and influencers, send timely press releases, offer event access, and follow up persistently.

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Articles

16 College Fundraising Ideas: Great Step-By-Step Guide

How To Volunteer and Do Good from Home

8 Thanksgiving Fundraisers Ideas for Schools

School Fundraising Ideas

5 Custom Text Messages Proven to Drive Auction Traffic

Companies that Match Donations for Schools and Other Nonprofits

4 Strategies to Boost Mobile Giving & Fundraising Results

How to Promote Your Fundraiser