As a nonprofit fundraiser organizer, your role in securing raffle prize donations from local businesses is essential. Though that may seem like a big challenge and a lot of pressure, it doesn't have to be. With a strong raffle prize request letter and a basic...
Fundraising
How to Run an Online Sales Fundraiser That Pays Off
Selling items for charity is one of the oldest and most effective fundraising approaches. Supporters buy something they want and, while doing so, support their church, PTA, kids' team, or community nonprofit. While people's motivation to participate hasn't changed,...
Fundraiser Marketing: How to Promote a Fundraiser on Social Media
To promote a fundraiser on social media, start by identifying which platforms your donors use, create a consistent posting schedule, and lead with storytelling over statistics. Social media is one of the most effective ways to reach both existing supporters and new...
AI Tools for Nonprofits: What’s Working in 2026
Most AI conversations aimed at nonprofits land in one of two places: overwhelming technical detail, or advice so surface-level it's not actionable. This webinar, hosted with Nonprofit Tech for Good, is neither. Eventgroove's Robert Friend — a 30-year nonprofit sector...
30+ Unique Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits
Looking for unique fundraising ideas for nonprofits, schools, and community groups? This guide organizes 30+ ideas by season and audience type — so you can find options that fit your timeline, community, and budget. Whether you need a quick online campaign or a major...
US Raffle Laws by State
Fundraising raffles are legal and effective for most types of nonprofit organizations. However, care must be taken to ensure that the raffle is conducted in accordance with all applicable raffle laws and regulations. Raffles are considered a game of chance. Thus,...
31 Great Raffle Prize Ideas
Planning a raffle? The right prize can make the difference between a packed ticket table and a slow start. Whether you're working with a big budget or a small one, shopping local or going for something big and splashy, this list has options for every kind of event and...
How to Run an Online Raffle (And Combine It with an In-Person Draw)
Running a raffle—online, in person, or both—is one of the most reliable fundraisers a nonprofit can run. Online raffles are an easy way for nonprofit organizations to raise money. But merging in-person and virtual raffle fundraisers is where it’s at. Most of the...
Sweepstakes vs. Raffle: Which Is Right for Your Nonprofit Fundraiser?
Sweepstakes are easier than raffles. There. We said it. Not that raffles aren’t great fundraising tools—the problem is that, thanks to raffle laws, they aren’t accessible to every nonprofit. If you’ve landed here, you’re probably trying to figure out which format...
