FUNDRAISING CENTER

Fundraising Incentives

Fundraising Ideas for Individuals

Set Up Your Online Fundraising Page
Customize your online fundraising page to tell your story as to why you are supporting ICH!

Email Your Friends and Family
Send emails to everyone you know including family, friends and co-workers. Include a link to your online fundraising page so they can quickly contribute online.

Make a List
Make a list of potential donors. Include everyone you know. Start by making a donation to yourself online. Your gift will set the tone for others to give.

One a Day
Ask a different person each day to make a contribution. If you get four $25 gifts, you will have raised $100 in less than a week. Don’t be afraid to ask for larger gifts.

Double Your Money
Many employers offer matching funds programs. Your $50 donation could turn into $100. Inquire with your personnel/HR department to complete the paperwork required to get your gift matched.

The Mighty Pen
Send a letter in the mail to friends, family, and co-workers asking for their support. Explain why the cause is important to you; heartfelt messages get the best response. Don’t forget to send a thank you note to people who donate!

Bring It Along
Take your Web site's address and contribution form everywhere you go and ask everyone you interact with to sponsor you.

Talk It Up
Ask for a few minutes on the agenda of any meetings you will be attending. Explain why you are walking and ask for everyone’s support.

Celebrate
If a birthday or holiday is coming up, tell your family and friends that in lieu of a gift, you would like them to make a donation to the Interfaith Council for the Homeless Night Walk.

Pin It Up
Post the poster inside your brochure on a board at church or temple, in the office, at the gym, or at school. Add an additional sheet with your information, how they can donate to you or join your team!

Fundraising Ideas for Teams

Challenge Each Other
Hold weekly challenges between your team members! See who can raise the most in a week, a month and overall. Drive your fundraising effort through healthy competition.
Go Casual
Dress down for a cause. Arrange for your office or school to allow people to dress casual in support of the ICH Night Walk by giving a dollar or two or even five.
Reduce Stress
Find a masseuse through a health club, training school, or chiropractor's office. Have them come to your business and provide a 5 or 10 minute neck and shoulder massages for a gift of $10. Have employees sign up beforehand, and the masseuse will come right into their office.
Give Rewards
Ask your boss to offer an extra vacation day to the team member who raises the most money.
Give Prizes
Get some great prizes donated to your team. Try gift certificates at a restaurant or spa. Then auction them off to the highest bidders.
Faith Donation
Ask your faith community to donate a service’s donation plates to your team.