Crowdfunding is the new buzz word. Get the best practices for successful online fundraising campaigns. Plus learn the nuts and bolts of social media to tell your story effectively, spread the word and thank your donors.
3. It Increases Your
Donor Base
It’s Here to Stay
It’s Easy
It’s Efficient
It’s Social
Why Crowdfunding?
4. How to create a successful online
fundraiser
1) Plan ahead
2) Set a realistic goal
3) Tell a compelling story
4) Set a deadline
5) Start with your inner circle
6) Start!
5. start end
start end
Fundraiser = Campaign
Your fundraiser should
look like this.
promote
promote Deadline panic. Promote!
promote promote
Not like this.
11. Build momentum, then branch out.
• Staff
• Board of Directors
• Key Influencers
• Donors
• Your Social Networks
• Volunteers
• Friends
Start With Your Inner Circle
12. = $18
One Facebook share is worth a lot.
Share & Ask Your Donors to Share
Idea – it’s a campaign plan it before you put up your page
PERHAPS WE JUST SHOW THE KID VIDEO HERE???? Girl with post it notes
Speak to widgets and facebook
You can use incremental goals and updates to keep your donors engaged in your ongoing story. Not only will your supporters enjoy seeing your success, but these regular updates serve as reminders for those who haven’t given yet. Also post interesting, eye-catching things that can encourage your friends to share it with their friends on their own social pages.