2019-06-10 12:30
Sustainable transportation is all the rage these days. And, aside from the environment, it’s fun. Last week we gave you some of our ideas about what you can do this summer for sustaina… Read More
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Funds2Orgs is the leading shoe drive fundraising social enterprise in North America. This blog helps schools, nonprofits, churches and others understand how to successfully raise money by collecting gently worn, used and new shoes.
2019-06-03 13:30
Environmental sustainability is crucial to the future of our planet. And, that means that as you’re working on your summer plans, you should also think about it. We know that today&rsq&hell…Read More
2019-05-29 13:30
Social media management tools are essential for digital marketing. We’ve been sharing with you our ideas about it in the past few weeks. If you’d like, you can check out a great… Read More
2019-05-22 13:24
Instagram videos are an excellent way that nonprofits can promote their cause in a fun and easy way. That’s especially true when coordinating it with YouTube. Usin… Read More
2019-05-15 13:48
Have you ever considered Instagram influencer marketing for your nonprofit? If not, it’s something that you should consider. It can help you leverage the power of influencers to p… Read More
2019-05-14 17:59
Every year kids and teens look forward to going back to summer camp. They reunite with their friends they haven’t seen all year and join together for fun activities and programs you of… Read More
2019-05-06 16:04
Instagram videos are this week’s nonprofit adventure topic. But, if you missed it, you’ll want to take a read at last week’s post. It talks about the three ways that you ca… Read More
2019-05-01 13:21
Instagram is an excellent social media tool to promote your nonprofit organization on a platform that is loved by many people because it’s a lot less toxic and much more fun than other… Read More
2019-04-29 14:04
Over the next few weeks, we’re shifting from celebrities and pop culture to social media. Instagram is an excellent social media tool for your nonprofit, school or civic group, because… Read More
2019-04-22 15:36
We hope you’ve been gaining some valuable nonprofit fundraising insight concerning celebrities and also viral marketing. In case you haven’t seen one of our recent articles, take… Read More
2019-04-15 15:08
Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve been discussing celebrities and also viral marketing. In case you’ve missed any of our earlier articles, here’s your chance to catch up… Read More
2019-04-08 16:16
Viral marketing can help your nonprofit raise awareness for your good cause, and it might even attract the attention of a celebrity or influencer who is passionate or cares about your missio… Read More
2019-04-01 14:39
Did you realize that celebrity charities make a significant contribution to social good and nonprofits?
Yes, we live in a reality that celebrates celebrities, from A-list movie actors to Yo… Read More
2019-03-25 15:59
We hope that you’ve enjoyed and found our artificial intelligence series beneficial for your nonprofit. We’ve sought to provide you with ideas that can help your charity accompli… Read More
2019-03-18 16:30
In this third installment in our series related to artificial intelligence in the nonprofit sector, we’re exploring human resources and recruitment. But, before we delve deeper into th… Read More
2019-03-11 14:41
Last week we provided you with an overview of artificial intelligence in the nonprofit sector. As we mentioned, the Brookings Institute stated that there is growing interest in the power and… Read More
2019-03-04 14:56
This week we’re starting a series about artificial intelligence and the nonprofit sector because it’s permeating all aspects of our society, including charities. Even small organ… Read More
2019-02-25 17:07
Church fundraising ideas can go beyond the weekly offerings that are given by church attendees during weekly religious services. Unfortunately, in many churches, they have to maintain high o… Read More
2019-02-18 17:08
Nonprofit fundraising ideas have to be fresh, fun and easy in the digital era. Millennials and Generation Z generations have pushed society toward more awareness, and real and sustainable an… Read More
2019-02-11 16:01
School fundraising ideas can include selling chocolate and other items if you want, but thankfully we’ve come a long way from those days. There are a lot of easy and fun ways to raise… Read More
2019-02-04 14:18
In the last few weeks, we’ve been focusing on the how younger generations are pushing nonprofits to move beyond the traditional way of doing things and what nonprofit leaders can do to… Read More
2019-01-28 15:03
Nonprofits need to engage with Millennials, particularly as they enter their late 30’s and are already in leadership positions within the organizations where they work. They are also t… Read More
2019-01-21 18:35
Millennials are a generation that is distrustful of many of the institutions that earlier generations trusted, including nonprofit organizations. Millennials strongly think that they will be… Read More
2019-01-14 17:15
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou
Want to kno… Read More
2019-01-08 20:01
A Special Post from Guest Blogger: Samantha Harton
Since most non-profit organizations don’t have an inexhaustible budget, it can be tough to prioritize sustainability. But accord… Read More
2019-01-07 20:44
There’s nothing like the start of a new year to put marketing plans in perspective, especially because everything changes so quickly.
We’ve got everything you need to know!
Our f… Read More
2018-12-31 18:03
A couple of weeks ago, we published on our blog “Why Shoes Can Make a Global Impact.” We’ve gotten a lot of feedback to it because many people don’t know about the fa… Read More
2018-12-24 14:07
“You’ll learn, as you get older, that rules are made to be broken. Be bold enough to live life on your terms, and never, ever apologize for it. Go against the grain, refuse to co… Read More
2018-12-17 16:21
The end of the year is only a couple of weeks away and now is the time for year-end fundraising to make sure that you close 2018 with as much of the fundraising dollars as possible. It is du… Read More
2018-12-10 17:52
Did you know that the shoes you have in your closets and hidden in storage bins can make a difference in the life of someone living in poverty in a country, such as Haiti, and also help the… Read More
2018-12-03 18:32
Shoe drive fundraisers are a lot of fun for the thousands of partners who work with us throughout the year. All of them understand that by collecting gently worn, used and new shoes, they ca… Read More
2018-11-26 19:15
Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday, and we know you’re looking to have it be a great success for your nonprofit organization. You can never do too much to promote your group on the global day… Read More
2018-11-19 19:01
As families and friends across our great country gather this week for the Thanksgiving Day holiday, the team at the Funds2Orgs Group wants to thank our partners for trusting us with their cr… Read More
2018-11-12 17:22
The most successful nonprofit leaders understand that donor retention is crucial to maintaining sustainable revenue. However, every year, a percentage of donors fall off the roles because th… Read More
2018-11-05 14:46
Let’s face it; fundraising is tough. There are thousands of nonprofits, schools, churches and other organizations in your community that also want financial support from the same peopl… Read More
2018-10-29 13:56
This is your final chance to download the Funds2Orgs guide for Giving Tuesday, which is happening on Tuesday, November 27th! We hope you’re ready!
https://youtu.be/kE888lrOJ3w
Downloa… Read More
2018-10-22 13:54
It’s not too late to download your free copy of the Funds2Orgs resource paper to help you ensure even greater success for Giving Tuesday on Tuesday, November 27th!
Download the… Read More
2018-10-15 13:41
Have you downloaded the essential Funds2Orgs Giving Tuesday guide? Don’t miss out! Time is ticking toward the most significant fundraising day of the calendar year, Tuesday, November 2… Read More
2018-10-08 14:00
To help you get ready, the team at Funds2Orgs has developed a not-to-be-missed guide that you can download in full below.
Download the Giving Tuesday Resource!
Through October, we’… Read More
2018-10-01 13:57
Are you ready for Giving Tuesday on Tuesday, November 27th?
The team at Funds2Orgs has you covered!
Insert button to download guide.
If you’ve tried doing something for the most signif… Read More
2018-09-24 14:17
This is the time for your year-end fundraising, and with a little planning and strategy, you should be able to end the year with many more fundraising dollars to help your organization.
Sin… Read More
2018-09-18 14:40
We’re heading into the most significant fundraising period of the year, which happens during the year-end. If you want to raise money, this is the time to create an exciting fundraiser… Read More
2018-09-10 13:58
If you’re looking to raise more money or the visibility of your nonprofit organization, then you’ve come to the right place. We have invaluable tech hacks for you that will help… Read More
2018-09-03 15:15
Volunteers can be a vital part of many organizations. For instance, board members are considered volunteers because they do not get paid to serve on your board, but they spend a lot of time… Read More
2018-08-27 15:16
Peer to peer fundraising is an excellent way to raise funds for your organization using the social networks of the people who are already supporting your organization. When you decide to do… Read More
2018-08-21 13:01
Many businesses and corporations in your community help nonprofits, and if you’re a nonprofit executive or fundraiser, you should consider pursuing support from companies. When corpora… Read More
2018-08-13 14:39
Volunteerism can make a significant impact on your nonprofit, and it’s the reason why hundreds of other groups use volunteers.
Did you know?
The average volunteer time is worth $24.
La… Read More
2018-08-06 17:51
By now you realize that the most critical generation you have to focus your fundraising efforts is on the Millennials. The group has surpassed the Boomers in sheer numbers. Some key facts ab… Read More
2018-07-30 15:11
In the digital age, one of the ways people communicate that has come to the forefront is through visual images and videos.
But you already know that!
Before we proceed on how to grow your Fa… Read More
2018-07-23 15:23
Did you know that the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) law that covers residents of Europe can also affect your nonprofit in the United States? And, did you know that if you&rs&hell…Read More
2018-07-17 00:02
You know that Facebook is the largest social media platform on the planet with over 2.2 billion users.
But, what are a few of the things you should do, and not do, on Facebook?
Kristy and Er… Read More
2018-07-02 16:17
There’s been a lot in the news this year about security, and much of it has been targeted toward Facebook. As you know, almost 90 million users of the platform were affected by the Fac… Read More
2018-06-25 17:31
Are you looking to increase your brand’s awareness?
Are you seeking to maximize the fundraising dollars that your organization is raising toward your mission and work?
If you answered… Read More
2018-06-18 13:56
We know that the summer months are a great time to do some planning, especially around fundraising. So, we wanted to get together for you 5 of the best fundraising ideas that thousands of sc… Read More
2018-06-11 13:21
One of the most basic questions we get asked at Funds2Orgs is what the difference is between a social enterprise and micro-enterprise. We know that it could be a little confusing, but we&rsq&hell…Read More
2018-05-29 12:50
Were you aware that donor fatigue is not real? There’s a great article written by Lincoln Arneal titled, “Going Back to the Well: Why Donor Fatigue is Not Real.” In it, the… Read More
2018-05-14 19:43
We’ve been having fun with our “how to” series. There’s always something new to learn about inspiring kids or teens to get involved in your cause, if you’re doi… Read More
2018-04-30 10:09
Many marketing experts will tell you that when you have company news, you should put out a press release. However, there is a saturation of news related items in the digital age with more th… Read More
2018-04-16 16:46
If you’ve started a shoe drive fundraiser with us, then your fundraising coach may have mentioned to you the fact that Funds2Orgs can help you create your own web page with a unique UR… Read More
2018-04-09 14:11
If you’ve started a shoe drive fundraiser with Funds2Orgs, you can get the students at your local school or the kids in a youth group involved in collecting gently worn, used and new s… Read More
2018-04-02 19:11
If you have teenagers in your home or work at a school or youth group, then you probably know that this generation is one that tends to be involved in their community and is not afraid to sp… Read More
2018-03-19 16:52
In the digital age, one of the ways people communicate that has come to the forefront is through visual images and videos. And, that goes for almost all of the following social media platfor… Read More
2018-03-05 19:40
Over the past couple of months, we have been working to provide you with the best information possible to growth hack your social media. This part of our social media profiling ends with Lin… Read More
2018-02-19 15:47
As we continue our social media growth hacking series, we want to make sure that you have had the opportunity to see our content to help you on other platforms before diving into Snapchat.
G… Read More
2018-02-06 02:07
Our series on growth hacking your social media audience continues with Twitter. We know that many of our partners and others enjoy it when we provide them with the best value-added informati… Read More
2018-01-22 18:21
We continue with our series on growing your social media audience. We recently published a post about building your Facebook audience, and if you missed it, you can read it here.
Now we&rsqu&hell…Read More
2018-01-08 21:48
We’re starting a new series that will help inform you on how to grow your audience on the most essential platforms:
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
LinkedIn
Snapchat
You’ll also learn… Read More
2017-12-11 17:03
If you surf the web on any day, you’ll see countless articles about social media and digital. It seems that traditional media has heaved its last breath, but the reality is that this c… Read More
2017-11-20 14:28
One of the most significant opportunities that exist, but is often missed when nonprofits are brainstorming their fundraising ideas, is to create and develop relationships for community part… Read More
2017-11-06 19:11
Great fundraising ideas can include your friends, and this social media era, it is much more acceptable to ask friends to help you support a cause. Still, asking friends to help you and your… Read More
2017-10-23 15:36
Did you know those great fundraising ideas can also include––and should––grandparents? Classy created an excellent infographic that broke down generational giving. An… Read More
2017-10-10 14:29
Schools, groups, and clubs understand the importance of parental participation in their efforts, but they are also aware that parents have a lot of demands on their time. Often, even though… Read More
2017-09-25 14:37
Leaders should strive to get teens involved in their community efforts, including raising awareness and even fundraising for high schools, youth groups or clubs. It helps create various win/… Read More
2017-08-14 18:59
So, you’ve signed on to do a shoe drive fundraiser with Funds2Orgs.
You’re probably wondering, “Now what?”
Take a moment to watch some videos by Joe. He’s… Read More
2017-07-24 18:46
Did you recently start or are you signed up to begin a shoe drive fundraiser with Funds2Orgs?
Then this tip to success is for you!
You’ll be earning a lot of money in your shoe drive f… Read More
2017-07-10 14:20
One of the questions we receive the most is which shoes are good enough for to be donated to a shoe drive fundraiser. The easiest answer […]
The post Shoe Drive Fundraising: Are My Sh… Read More
2017-06-26 15:49
As you know, your shoe drive fundraiser is a unique way to raise money. It helps you raise funds without ever having to ask anyone for […]
The post How to Do a Shoe Drive Fundraiser a… Read More
2017-06-12 13:50
Any nonprofit fundraiser needs a lot of promotion on social media. In fact, we’ve found that the partners who have the most success with brand awareness […]
The post 10 Smart Wa… Read More
2017-06-06 13:32
Your Shoe Drive Fundraiser is obviously very important so be sure to shout it out to everyone that you can as often as you can in […]
The post Identify Your Resources appeared first o… Read More
2017-05-30 13:40
Twitter’s an awesome tool to help you spread awareness about your nonprofit brand and fundraiser. Twitter is one of the largest social media networks with over […]
The post How… Read More
2017-05-23 12:56
The future is here with Snapchat. Nonprofits and others that work with Millennials, Generation Z, and youth, should understand what has engaged the young people. The […]
The post Fund… Read More
2017-05-16 13:32
All non-profits have stories to tell about the impact that they make in the lives of those that they help. These stories create compelling reasons for […]
The post Share Your Stories!… Read More
2017-05-09 14:42
Every year there are thousands of spring and summer running events across the US. Connect with race promoters and see if they have a charitable partner. […]
The post Connect with the… Read More
2017-05-02 14:34
Recently we posted, “How to Choose the Right Social Network for Your Nonprofit Fundraisers.” In that post, we gave you insight on the pros and cons […]
The post Facebook L… Read More
2017-05-01 15:51
You’re about to start your next fundraiser, but you know that success depends on the motivation of your supporters. You have to engage them and get […]
The post 7 Ways to Get Yo… Read More
2017-04-25 13:47
After your teammates clean out their own closets, they may ask, “where else can I collect from?” One of the many answers is nearby neighborhoods! We […]
The post Neighborl… Read More
2017-04-18 14:21
If you’re looking for information about which social media platform is right for your nonprofit, we invite you to read our recently published article, “How to […]
The post… Read More
2017-04-17 17:20
If your nonprofit, school, church or civic group is looking to do a fundraiser, you don’t want to have only your donors support your work. You’re […]
The post 25 Ways to E… Read More
2017-04-11 14:08
When you are taking off on any trip, you should consult a road map. Otherwise, you could wind up driving from Atlanta to Houston via Minneapolis. […]
The post Use A Map appeared first… Read More
2017-04-05 17:22
Want to know how to get your nonprofit fundraiser to become a community event? It’s simple. You have to be creative about it. Not too long […]
The post 3 of the Best Fundraisers… Read More
2017-03-28 12:15
There are so many social media networks out there, and sometimes you’ve got to wonder which is the right one for your nonprofit or organization. We’ve […]
The post How to… Read More
2017-03-20 14:45
Earlier this month, we focused on what makes fundraising difficult for nonprofits, schools, civic groups, and churches. If you’d like to read the original article, you […]
The p… Read More
2017-03-14 14:12
Remember that your collected shoe donations need to be place in bags with 25 pairs each. Make sure that the pairs of shoes with laces are […]
The post Schedule A Packing Party appeare… Read More
2017-03-09 16:32
Nonprofits, schools, churches and civic groups continually face the ongoing fundraising challenges. It takes money to accomplish things and make a difference, but getting funds is […]… Read More
2017-03-07 16:13
Once your fundraiser is launched and all of your potential resources have been contacted, what now? It is critical that you have a solid plan to […]
The post Stay In Touch With Your S… Read More
2017-02-28 16:14
Many times we forget an important rule of fundraising, “people give to people.” If I know that you are raising funds for a particular cause or […]
The post Fundraising is… Read More
2017-02-21 15:15
If your goal is 300 bags of shoes in 90 days then it makes sense that you should have collected 100 in the first 30 days, […]
The post Track Your Progress appeared first on Funds2Orgs… Read More
2017-02-20 16:32
We’ve heard it a lot of times from schools, churches, nonprofits and civic groups. They are skeptical that they can raise thousands in 60 days with […]
The post You Can Be Skept… Read More
2017-02-14 14:17
Grabbing people’s attention can be difficult with all of the distractions that we face in our daily lives. We are bombarded with messages from television, internet, […]
The post… Read More
2017-02-07 15:19
Never underestimate the potential of a possible collection source. Ask even if you’re not sure if it could be an opportunity. Often, partners are fearful of […]
The post Never O… Read More
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