π HOW TO PROMOTE YOUR FUNDRAISING EVENT
Whether you're running a marathon, hosting a quiz night, or doing something completely unique, promoting your fundraiser is key to its success. Here are some simple and effective ways to spread the word and boost your donations.
π Top 10 Tips for Success
- Upload a Photo β Keep your page looking fresh.
- Set a Target β Motivate yourself and inspire supporters.
- Show Donors What Their Support Will Do β Explain each donationβs impact.
- Tell Your Story β Share your βwhy.β
- Email Your Contacts in Groups β Build momentum.
- Share on Social Media β Boost visibility.
- Add Your Page Link to Your Email Signature.
- Thank Your Donors β Gratitude matters!
- Send a Follow-Up Email β Gentle reminders help.
- Contact Local Press β Gain new supporters.
π Online and Social Media Tips
- Personalise your page with photos and your story.
- Set a fundraising target β pages with targets raise up to 46% more.
- Share widely across social platforms and emails.
- Link your fitness tracker (Strava or Fitbit).
- Be your first donor β lead by example!
π€ Engagement and Partnerships
- Involve family and friends.
- Ask your employer about donation matching.
- Collaborate with others as a team.
π£ Event and Promotion Strategies
- Clearly promote your event details.
- Use charity resources β posters, guides, digital tools.
- Keep the momentum going with updates and results.
β Have You Tried So Far?
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π Let Us Know About Your Event
We love celebrating our fundraisers! Tag us on social media (@brentfordfccst) or email fundraising@brentfordfccst.com to share your story.
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π‘ Tip of the day: Update your fundraising page with fresh photos regularly!