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The premier fundraising magazine for fundraiser coordinators - November 09 Issue

A time for family feasting
A time for family feasting

Delicious Thanksgiving Fundraisers

Did you know that Thanksgiving is a prime time of year for successful fundraising? Your charity organization can take advantage of the scrumptious holiday by offering Thanksgiving themed fundraising efforts to help busy families pull off their perfect turkey dinner, and give thanks for what’s truly important. Many families don’t realize, as they sit down to their overloaded table, that there are hungry people in their own community. To help raise awareness, get your family involved in some charity work this holiday season by lending a hand at the soup kitchen, collecting canned goods, organizing a bike ride for charity and more.


A fundraising touchdown.
A fundraising touchdown.

Kicking Off Football Fundraising Season

Help the eager young athletes in your community fulfill their championship dreams with some unique fundraising efforts to help raise money and funds for out of town games and equipment. You might be surprised at how many members of your community would love to help support your sports team. Don’t simply rely on players and their parents to fund your season, and stop using the same tired old candy, fast food, and baking tactics. Try some truly unique and specific football-themed events to ensure their support for years to come. For instance, selling personalized player and team paraphernalia; hosting fun, football-focused sports games; and creating efforts that will help the greater community.


Early detection is key to beating cancer
Early detection is key to beating cancer

Promoting Lung Cancer Awareness

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, but do you know why there are numerous national efforts around the United States in support of the fatal disease? Even though folks are aware of the dangers of lung cancer, many are unaware of the developments and progress in lung cancer research, and the people touched by this tragic disease in their own country and community. Lung Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to shine a light on the vital issues. You can do your part by getting involved in the efforts of some of the larger and more established lung cancer charities, or you can do just as much good fighting the disease and raising awareness on a local, grass-roots level.


Easy to set up no fuss fundraisers
Easy to set up no fuss fundraisers

Quick and Simple Fundraisers

Many smaller charities and nonprofit organizations need funds to continue free and vital services in your community. With small, mainly volunteer-based operations, small fundraising organizations may believe their efforts are limited. But simple fundraising ideas that take up minimum time and effort don’t always equate to small returns. Even the quickest fundraising efforts can earn a sizable return when they are unique and valuable to the community at large. Our list of the top six quick and easy fundraisers includes a new take on the typical charity dinner, potluck, rummage sale, silent auction, bake sale, and gift-wrapping services—we even have some fun festivities for the kiddies.



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See the top product fundraisers

We see a lot of what works and what doesn't work in the world of fundraising and through our experience, we have put together a list of the top six product based fundraisers for your groups next fundraising drive.
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Find original fundraising ideas

We've scoured the best minds in fundraising to come up with a list of 100+ simple and easy fundraisers that you're group or organization can put together for your next event.
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Browse the latest fundraising articles

Whether you're new to fundraising or have been working in the field for years, you're sure to find some insight into the industry in our selection of articles. From finding great volunteers, to organizing your fundraising strategy, to finding out what types of fundraisers work best for school fundraising efforts, we're sure to have something informative bound to teach you a trick or two here.
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Find a fundraising company

You can use our directory to get information on basic product fundraiser types and find companies who can help you hold a fundraising selling them.
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Fun fundraising tidbit

There has been much debate over the years about whether fundraising is spelled "fundraising", "fund-raising" (with a hyphen) or "fund raising" with a space. And the final answer is? There isn't one. Depending on the source you ask (dictionaries, encyclopedias, wikis and more) you'll find multiple answers.

But, whether you call them fundraisers, fund raisers or fund-raisers, you'll find all the information you'll need to have a successful one here!
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Top Fundraiser Ideas
Scratch Card Fundraiser
This is a quick and easy fundraiser that boasts up to 90% profit for your group or organization and has over 30 themes avilable!
Chocolate Bar Fundraiser
Raise money on the spot for your group or organization with both World's Finest Chocolate and Hershey's brand chocolate bar fundraisers!


Beef Jerky Fundraiser
Jack Link's brand beef jerky and meat snacks are available in an assortment of different flavors and a variety of sizes. They are sure to be a big hit with your group!
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