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Top 6 Ways to Start Fundraising for Nonprofit Organizations — Linda Handley
Fundraising for nonprofit organizations is important for reaching your goals and making a difference. But for a nonprofit to successfully execute a fundraising strategy, they need funding to support their organization. Much like the typical American household, nonprofits are responsible for rent, bills, utilities, internet, and other related expenses — that’s a given. However, fundraising then has its expenses ranging from event costs to mailings and staff wages. Without this support, it would be impossible to raise money for any cause. And because of the 501(C)-tax exemption held by nonprofit organizations, these contributions come tax-free when they support your organization.
Whether you’re in the beginning stages of creating a nonprofit or you’ve just begun work on your latest fundraising campaign — there are many ways to ensure your staff and fundraising costs are covered. And while during the holiday season, collecting donations from individuals and organizations alike is somewhat easy — this isn’t always the case year-round. If you need help getting funding this off-season so to speak, stay tuned for some of the more creative solutions out there. In the end, you’ll walk away with a wealth of knowledge and potentially your next best fundraising idea.