Fundraising Tips

BRAINSTORM IDEAS

The only limit is your imagination! Think about different types of events that you can host...

Special Occasions - Birthdays, Engagement Parties, Weddings, Holiday Parties

Athletic Events - A-thons… Walk, Skip, Bike, Dance, Skate, Swim and so many more

Student Fundraisers - Talent Shows, Car Washes, Book Sales, Bake Sales

Tributes - Honour a loved one like Mom or Dad, a mentor, a beloved pet or in memory donation

Community Events - BBQS, Craft Sales, Bake Sales, Street Parties, Galas, Theme Parties

SET YOUR FUNDRAISING GOAL AND BUDGET

It is important to know all your costs before starting your event. A budget will help you monitor your expenses and determine your fundraising goal. Set that fundraising goal high! You will be amazed at how generous people can be during a fundraiser. Recruit sponsors to help reduce overall costs.

SET THE DATE AND LOCATION

Schedule your event for a day, time and location that provides you with plenty of time to plan and promote it properly. Determine legal, insurance, liability, permit and safety issues you may need to address.

CREATE A PROMOTION PLAN

Develop a plan on how you will share your fundraising event with the public. Be sure to share the link to your fundraising page on all your social media accounts and send it to your email contacts. Create flyers, posters and other promotional materials to help generate awareness and excitement about your event. Check out the Toronto Humane Society’s website for downloadable promotional materials. Printed materials (brochures) may be provided upon request based on availability.

SEND OUT INVITES

Let all your friends and family know about your event. Send out e-vites, social media posts and post your flyers.

THANK YOUR SUPPORTERS AND SPONSORS

Remember to thank everyone who supported your fundraiser. Give recognition to all those that helped make you achieve your fundraising goals!