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Fundraising

Creative PTO Fundraising Ideas for Schools

This article gives PTOs and PTAs dozens of fundraising ideas — seasonal events, online auctions, custom merch, business sponsorships, eco initiatives, and more — to grow school funds and community engagement.

FAQ

Why There’s No Such Thing as a Free Auction Site

While “free” auction platforms attract fundraisers, hidden costs always exist—platform tipping, payment processing, ads, or premium features. A truly free, quality auction site doesn’t exist.

keep your donors

Effective Strategies for Boosting Donor Retention

Discover proven donor retention tactics: welcome donors well, communicate with relevance, demonstrate the result of gifts, thank often, provide perks, and listen—so your nonprofit builds a reliable base of repeat support.

General Auction Info

Types of Auctions for Fundraising

This guide explains fundraising auctions: from high-energy live events to silent, sealed-bid, hybrid, and chance models—each with pros/cons in reach, cost, and engagement.

Donations

Free Text-to-Give for Nonprofits: The Hidden Costs

The article warns nonprofits that “free” text giving isn’t without cost — fees are baked into transactions, advanced features cost extra, or donors absorb the burden, all undermining transparency and results.

Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Text-to-Give Fundraising for Nonprofits

This guide explains how nonprofits can use text messaging to drive donations—with keyword setup, seamless giving flows, smart promotion, and measurement—to reach mobile audiences and grow support.

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The Top 5 Best Text-to-Give Platforms for Nonprofits

This guide reviews five platforms that let supporters donate via SMS, detailing fees, strengths, and ideal scenarios, so nonprofits can match capabilities to their budget and goals.

How To

End-of-Year Charitable Giving Deadline Approaches

As December 31 nears, donors must finalize gifts and get receipts for tax deductions. Nonprofits should remind supporters, accept electronic giving, collect proper documentation, and plan smart asks to maximize year-end revenue.

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How Much Does Text-to-Give Cost?

Text-to-give services typically charge a monthly fee (starting ~$19) plus transaction fees (often 2.2 %–3.5 % per gift). Some platforms bundle unlimited texts; others add hidden costs, so always check for extra feature or processing surcharges.