Do you volunteer for an animal related group – a humane society or rescue? Many of these groups are truly grassroots efforts. Founders and workers are often very passionate about helping animals. Of course it takes money to keep these efforts going so fundraising is essential. Earlier this year Danielle Hamilton and I began collaborating […]

The Epilepsy Foundation has planned the first-ever National Walk for Epilepsy… Epilepsy Walk or Walk-a-thon will be on March 31, 2007…

Popcorn fundraisers are gaining in popularity because of their successful track record. In fact, Trails’ End Popcorn is the official fundraiser for Cub Scouts and is the only pre-approved Scout fundraiser. Over the last 25 years it has provided pack after pack with the funds they need to carry out the program. As Committee Chair […]

Jennifer Shih had always dreamed of becoming a doctor, specifically a pediatrician. After years of rigorous study and preparation she was thrilled to land a prestigious pediatric cardiology fellowship in Cincinnati. In an ironic turn of events, just a few months into her fellowship, Jennifer experienced life threatening heart problems herself. Jennifer’s heart condition, caused […]

The third annual stand-up comedy themed fundraiser called “Comics For Kids, Laughter Is The Best Medicine” raised over $10,000 for a Children’s Hospital. Find out the secrets to their fundraising success in this article. […]

Yesterday I sent out the following email to those who had requested the Step By Step Guide to Writing Fundraising Letters asking for your most pressing question related to fundraising letters. I was shocked when in just the first 90 minutes after the email went out, there were already 108 questions submitted! There’s still time […]

The Nashua Country Fair in Nashua, New Hampshire benefits the local Catholic schools. Each year many people attend the fun event which features food booths, face painting and fun carnival games. The fair began 16 years ago with an event that’s variously known as cow maneuvers or cow bingo. This success story interested me since […]