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How To Use Social Media to Boost Your Fundraiser

Use social media to spread your fundraiser: tell your story with bright images, post often, tag partners and donors, use relevant hashtags, and include clear calls-to-action so more people see and share it.

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How To Volunteer and Do Good from Home

Learn how to volunteer online: offer your skills (design, copy, coaching), assist with virtual events, moderate forums, mentor, or support remote campaigns—no commute needed.

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How to Promote Your Fundraiser

To earn publicity: pitch local media early, use compelling stories, leverage partners and influencers, send timely press releases, offer event access, and follow up persistently.

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How to Ask for a Donation: 9 Best Practices

Ask strategically: pick who to ask (individuals, businesses, foundations), define what you need (money, in-kind, time), choose the right channel, use research to set smart amounts, be ready for “no,” offer alternate ways to help, use online tools, run peer fundraising, and always follow up & thank.

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How to Get Items Donated for a Charity Auction

To get great auction items, organize a volunteer team, map out desired donations, engage local businesses with a clear ask, follow up personally, and always send thank-you notes.