Car washes and other public services are excellent ways to raise funds.
Churches, charities and other non-profit organizations need money to remain in operation, particularly if they're doing public outreach or providing free programs. Fundraising can be challenging, but there are many excellent ways to raise money for non-profit work.
Instructions
1. Organize a simple fundraiser. Car washes, bake sales and dog walking are all excellent ways to raise money in a short period of time. These fundraisers don't require lots of skill and you can plan them on relatively short notice. Simply gather several members of your organization and the necessary supplies for your particular fundraiser -- such as car washing supplies for a car wash, baked goods for a bake sale -- and advertise your event. Do this by putting up signs, posting on local bulletin boards and sending information to local blogs and reporters.
2. Ask for donations. Many people are eager to donate to non-profits that are doing good work if the donation process is simple. Set up a PayPal account that allows people to donate online and send out emails to members and volunteers soliciting donations. If your non-profit is a church, send out a collection basket at every church service and install a permanent, locked collection bucket near the entry of the church.
3. Apply for a grant. Grants are sums of money given to organizations to accomplish a specific task. They are frequently provided by the government, usually through states. Some states have offices overseeing non-profits and providing information about grants, while others administer grants through the governor or secretary of state's office. Contact your state governor's office to find out about grants available in your state.
Many private organizations offer grants as well. The Rockefeller Foundation, for example, gives grants to numerous organizations that are providing important public services. To find a private grant, look online for large organizations that are interested in the type of public service you want to provide. Then contact them to determine if they have any grants available.
4. Hire a fundraiser. If your organization is large or is undertaking several projects, a fundraiser can help you maximize your opportunities for donations. Fundraisers are frequently experienced in writing grant proposals and may know the best organizations from which to request grants. Smaller non-profit organizations can solicit volunteer fundraisers who work a few hours per week. These volunteers are typically career fundraisers who believe in your particular cause and want to help.
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