{"id":32211,"date":"2022-12-08T12:21:13","date_gmt":"2022-12-08T17:21:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/?p=32211"},"modified":"2022-12-08T12:28:11","modified_gmt":"2022-12-08T17:28:11","slug":"how-to-start-a-fundraiser","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-fundraiser\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start a Fundraiser: 5 Steps to Start Raising Money for Your Cause"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019re a brand-new nonprofit or a fresh face in the fundraising world, figuring out how to start a fundraiser can be an overwhelming task. Overseeing a fundraising campaign from beginning to end and meeting your organization\u2019s fundraising goals isn\u2019t an easy undertaking and takes time and energy to pull off. Luckily, we\u2019re here to help! Here\u2019s our guide to starting a fundraiser and turning your campaign into a smashing success.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\" id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-cf56aa7e-7dad-4551-b5d1-2c1874c7d00f\"><span class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-cf56aa7e-7dad-4551-b5d1-2c1874c7d00f\" id=\"hs-cta-cf56aa7e-7dad-4551-b5d1-2c1874c7d00f\"><!--[if lte IE 8]>\n\n<div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div>\n\n<![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/8356283\/cf56aa7e-7dad-4551-b5d1-2c1874c7d00f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" id=\"hs-cta-img-cf56aa7e-7dad-4551-b5d1-2c1874c7d00f\" style=\"border-width:0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/8356283\/cf56aa7e-7dad-4551-b5d1-2c1874c7d00f.png\" alt=\"Are you looking for fundraising software to make your life as a fundraiser  easier? Download The Fundraiser\u2019s Guide to Buying Software to make your  software search a breeze!\"><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(8356283, 'cf56aa7e-7dad-4551-b5d1-2c1874c7d00f', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to start a fundraiser<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol id=\"block-3669e9e9-12ff-4e57-9600-ab2f885992ab\"><li><a href=\"#set-your-goals\">Set your goals<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#choose-type-of-fundraiser\">Choose a type of fundraiser<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#plan-your-fundraiser\">Plan your fundraiser<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#market-your-fundraiser\">Market your fundraiser<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#recap-your-fundraiser\">Recap your fundraiser<\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"set-your-goals\">Set your goals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing to consider when starting a fundraiser is what your goals are. Are you raising money for a specific program in your organization? Do you need to raise money quickly for an emergency? Is your organization starting a new program and needs the funds to kickstart things? Once you identify what you\u2019re fundraising for, you can set a fundraising goal for how much money you want to raise. Clearly identifying what you\u2019re raising money for and how much you want to raise can help you refine your fundraiser\u2019s messaging and plan your campaign thoroughly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"choose-type-of-fundraiser\">Choose a type of fundraiser<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve set your goals, you can start thinking about what type of fundraiser you should be hosting. Not sure where to start or what to choose from? Here are a few types of fundraisers that many nonprofits use.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Online fundraisers.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/online-fundraising-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Online fundraisers<\/a> are a perfect fundraiser to put together if you need to raise money quickly for an emergency campaign or a giving day. Setting up a sleek donation form and executing a comprehensive marketing campaign is the best way to raise money for your cause in a fast and easy way.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Peer-to-peer fundraisers.<\/strong> Looking to get your donors more actively involved in the fundraising process? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/peer-to-peer-fundraising\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Peer-to-peer fundraisers<\/a> are a great fundraising option for galvanizing your supporters and expanding your organization\u2019s reach. When your supporters reach out to their networks and fundraise on your behalf, you can spread your organization\u2019s mission and raise more money for your cause.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Auctions.<\/strong> Hosting an auction is a fun way to get your guests involved in the fundraising process. While you\u2019re raising money for your mission, your guests will get to bid on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/silent-auction-basket-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">items they love<\/a> and want to take home.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It can also be helpful to take a look back at your past fundraisers and your donor base to determine what type of fundraiser is best for your organization. If you\u2019ve hosted some fundraisers that are more popular and raised more money than others, then you\u2019re likely to get more engagement from your donor base with those types of fundraisers. Also, consider incorporating your donors\u2019 interests and your organization\u2019s mission into your campaign. For example, if your organization works with animals, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/virtual-walk-fundraiser\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pet walk or run<\/a> could be an attractive fundraiser to your donors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re choosing what type of fundraiser to host, you also should consider whether to host your fundraiser in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/is-virtual-fundraising-needed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">virtual, in-person, or hybrid format<\/a>. Each format has different benefits and drawbacks, so it\u2019s important to take your donor base, the type of fundraiser you\u2019re hosting, and your fundraising goals into account when making this decision. A virtual fundraiser or hybrid fundraiser can lend some flexibility to your campaign and allow your supporters both near and far to participate from wherever they are. With an in-person campaign, you can create an engaging experience for your donors that they\u2019ll enjoy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/donation.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/donation.jpg\" alt=\"Donation jar for fundraising\" class=\"wp-image-32279\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/donation.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/donation-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/donation-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"plan-your-fundraiser\">Plan your fundraiser<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve got the basics down, it\u2019s time to figure out the logistics of your fundraiser. Your first task should be to put together a fundraising committee. Planning a fundraiser is a monumental task and shouldn\u2019t be a one-person job. With a fundraising committee, you can delegate tasks to different people based on their strengths and interests. With new perspectives and more input from other people, you can plan a dynamic fundraiser without having to worry about anything slipping through the cracks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most important parts of planning a fundraiser involves creating a budget. Your budget will depend heavily on what type of fundraiser you host and what format you choose, so as you\u2019re making those decisions, keep in mind all of the possible expenses your fundraiser may require. For example, with an in-person or hybrid event, you\u2019ll probably need to rent a venue and various event supplies like tables, chairs, and decorations among other things, making this a more costly fundraiser option. If you\u2019re looking to save money or cut costs, a virtual fundraiser can be a great option.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the type of fundraiser you plan to host, you\u2019ll need to figure out what tools are necessary to boost your campaign\u2019s success. Virtual fundraisers require some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/beginners-guide-to-nonprofit-fundraising-platforms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">type of fundraising software<\/a>, whether that includes an online donation form, a peer-to-peer platform, or an online auction solution. There are many options to choose between when picking your fundraising software, so do your research and take your time in choosing a platform to rely on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating a timeline for your campaign and determining what kind of messaging you\u2019ll be using is essential for promoting and running a fundraising campaign. If you decide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/giving-days\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">starting a giving day<\/a> for your fundraising campaign, your timeline for marketing your event will be much longer while the length of the fundraiser itself will only be a 24-hour time period. However, with a fundraiser like a peer-to-peer fundraiser, your campaign may go on for weeks. Creating a timeline is a great way to stay on top of things and make a better plan for marketing and executing your campaign.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"market-your-fundraiser\">Market your fundraiser<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve got all of the details down, it\u2019s time to start spreading the word about your fundraiser. Putting together a multi-channel marketing plan is the best way to let people know that you\u2019re raising money for your organization\u2019s mission. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of your donors may prefer getting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/email-fundraising-campaign-for-giving-tuesday\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">information through email<\/a> rather than social media while others might like direct mail as opposed to text messaging. Focusing all of your marketing efforts on one or two platforms could leave some of your donors out of the loop. With cross-platform marketing, you can maximize your reach for all of your donors no matter what their preferred communications methods are.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But before you can start sending out email blasts or posting on social media, you have to come up with a cohesive story to tell across your marketing communications. While the copy you create and send out on various marketing channels should differ from platform to platform based on your audience, the overall messaging and the story you\u2019re telling should remain constant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to keeping your story consistent, you should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/8-nonprofit-branding-strategies-to-help-your-nonprofit-design-with-impact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">brand your communications<\/a> by using similar graphics, fonts, and colors across all of your social media posts, emails, direct mail, and other marketing channels. Wherever you can, include your logo to increase your organization\u2019s brand awareness with your supporters and increase donor trust. By keeping your branding cohesive, donors will be able to quickly recognize that the emails coming into their inboxes and the posts showing up in their social media feeds are from your organization.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/4-storytelling-tips-from-a-master-nonprofit-storyteller\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">enhance your storytelling<\/a> across platforms, add photos and videos to your emails, social media posts, donation forms, and anywhere else you can. Including photos of the impact of your nonprofit in your communications shows your donors how their money can make a difference. When your donors can see where their money is going, they\u2019ll be more likely to donate to your campaign.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\" id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-8f5eed0d-9688-4f91-b6b7-4deaed1da8b6\"><span class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-8f5eed0d-9688-4f91-b6b7-4deaed1da8b6\" id=\"hs-cta-8f5eed0d-9688-4f91-b6b7-4deaed1da8b6\"><!--[if lte IE 8]>\n\n<div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div>\n\n<![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/8356283\/8f5eed0d-9688-4f91-b6b7-4deaed1da8b6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" id=\"hs-cta-img-8f5eed0d-9688-4f91-b6b7-4deaed1da8b6\" style=\"border-width:0px;\" height=\"225\" width=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/8356283\/8f5eed0d-9688-4f91-b6b7-4deaed1da8b6.png\" alt=\"Get the Nonprofit Social Media Strategy Workbook! 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When your donors feel appreciated for their contributions, they\u2019ll be more likely to come back and donate again in the future.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to thanking your donors, send updates to them about how your fundraiser went and how the money you raised will be used. Make sure to include impact statements in your follow-up communications so they\u2019ll know how their gift is making a difference to your organization and the community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should also do an internal review of your campaign with your organization to reflect on your successes and what aspects of your campaign could use improvement. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qgiv.com\/blog\/data-analytics-for-nonprofits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Analyze your campaign<\/a> and collect metrics to gauge what your organization can credit for your accomplishments and where your fundraiser was lacking. By identifying your strengths and weaknesses, you can improve your planning process and campaign execution for future fundraisers and try to emulate your successes again.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve never planned a fundraiser before, knowing where to start can be difficult. 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