Understanding and Overcoming Fundraising Jitters

Fundraising can sometimes seem to be complex, confusing and even scary… but it needn’t be.  You see… great fundraising projects aren’t born, they are created by a group of hard working volunteers.

Anyone can become a great fundraiser by learning the principles behind raising money, then practicing over and over again.  While some people are naturally gifted fundraisers, for the most part, everyone in the fundraising world started off feeling confused and awkward.

If your organization’s mission matters, then fundraising isn’t immoral… it’s necessary!  Without the money to carry out your programs and vision, your organization will not be able to succeed in its service to others.

Your group, School, Sports Team, Youth Group, Church or Non-profit needs funds to carry out your mission to help others and that is the story you need to tell.

The most important thing you can do, as someone who is fundraising, is to build deeper relationships between your prospect and the organization you are fundraising on behalf of.  Sure, bringing in a $100 check is nice, but building a strong relationship that results in 100 volunteer hours, $1,000 in donations, and several new contacts, all over three or four years, would be much more valuable.

Remember, before you start a new on-profit or new fundraising activity or campaign, check with the organization you are working with.  Rules on fundraising vary by country, state, and municipality.  Check with the non-profit you are working with before you start.

Selling products as part or all of your fundraising efforts can be very beneficial to your organization.  You are then offering a direct value rather than asking for donations.  Selling products means that you have a stable platform to work from.  Consider Sunset Coupon Books which allows you to offer $400 dollars in value for just a $10 dollar cost.  Your organization gets $5.00 for each booklet sold.

Understand That There Will Be “No’s”: And that’s ok!  Fundraising is like baseball… even the best, most experienced practitioners receive lots of “no’s.”  Don’t let them get you down.  They’re part of the game.

If you are looking for a high value and easy fundraiser call Sunset Coupons at 800-627-6340 and see how we can help your group reach its goals, time after time and year after year. 

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