T IPS AND T RICKS FOR F UNDRAISING
Staying motivated during your campaign during can be difficult. Use these tips and tricks
to encourage you to achieve your fundraising goal this Earth Month!
USE SOCIAL MEDIA TO YOUR ADVANTAGE
The power of social media is limitless. Promote your campaign through your
social media channels to let your online network know about Earth Month!
BE CREATIVE!
Use your resources and your creativity to think of new and exciting ways to
engage people and raise funds.
STAY MOTIVATED!
Remember, you are not asking for personal donations, but rather for a great
cause. Do not feel rejected personally if people say no. They have their
reasons which are to be respected.
INCENTIVIZE YOUR TEAM
Offer a prize for the top fundraising on your team – a gift certificate, tools of
the trade (blow dryer, brush, scissors), an enrollment to an education class.
CONTACT EVERYONE!
Every dollar is a drop, and every drop counts. Reach out to your contact lists
via email, phone, in person, and through social networks.
BE SPECIFIC AND KNOW YOUR FACTS.
If people ask how much they should donate, tell them! Explain that each $25
donation saves one life. People want to know where their money is going - go
to www.earthmonthcanada.com for all information you need.
ALWAYS THANK EACH DONOR PERSONALLY.
Be sure to send a personal thank you to each person who has supported your
cause.
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