Guides

Top 20 Profitable Fundraising Ideas for Your Nonprofit
Your nonprofit organization relies on having a generous, engaged community to stay afloat. While other funding sources like grants offer invaluable support, individual donors provide the largest source of funding and represent 64% of total giving. That’s why the most successful nonprofit organizations get creative with their fundraising, using innovative

45 Profitable Fundraising Ideas to Help You Smash Your Goals
Whether you’re fundraising for a personal cause or a nonprofit organization, there are countless reasons why you need to raise money. You may have the time to cultivate long-running campaigns with elaborate events, or you might need something easy and inexpensive to fund urgent needs. We’ve designed this list of

Transform Your Campaigns With These 6 GoFundMe Alternatives
There’s no doubt about it: crowdfunding is a hugely successful online fundraising method. Crowdfunding is swiftly rising in popularity because anyone can use it. From individuals to nonprofits to religious organizations, crowdfunding gets the job done for everyone looking to raise money. These platforms allow you to harness the power

Unlock Success: Your Guide to Peer-to-Peer Fundraising FAQs
Imagine harnessing the power of your donors to raise money on your behalf, while strengthening your nonprofit’s relationship with those donors at the same time. Peer-to-peer fundraising makes it possible to do just that! With peer-to-peer fundraising, you can raise money, multiply your audience, and strengthen connections with existing supporters

40 Nonprofit Fundraising Event Ideas Communities Will Love
Fundraising events are a great way for your nonprofit, school, business, or other organization to engage with its community and raise money for its cause at the same time. But picking a fundraising idea that fits your budget and involves your supporters isn’t always the easiest task. That’s why we’ve

What You Need to Know About Online Stores for Nonprofits
Did you know that of customers who receive branded merchandise from businesses and other organizations, 80% are more likely to recommend the brand to others? Your nonprofit could unlock similar benefits by selling products to its supporters. But to do this effectively, you need an online store. Selling nonprofit merchandise

Raising More for Your Cause: 10 GivingTuesday Fundraising Ideas
GivingTuesday is just around the corner. This year, mark your calendar for November 28, 2023. This annual event offers nonprofits a special opportunity to secure essential funding, grow their support network, extend the reach of their mission, and, ultimately, drive their causes forward while nurturing a spirit of community and

Your 2023 Holiday Handbook for Buying and Selling Success
It’s beginning to look a lot like….Holiday Season 2023! The most wonderful time of the year is finally here, and we’re excited to kick things off with our annual Holiday Season guide! In this guide, you’ll find a list of ways to add some sparkle to your online stores, make

How to Create Nonprofit Merchandise That Sells
At Bonfire, we know that custom merchandise can be a game-changer for your nonprofit, with the potential to transform your fundraising strategy, engage your supporters, and sustain your impact year-round – and we’re here to help make it all happen. From designing compelling apparel to launching successful campaigns and effectively