Tips for a Successful Fundraising Campaign

Our goal at NFT is to help every patient have a successful campaign, whether they have one big event or a few small fundraisers. Here are some tips for success!

• Stay committed and enthusiastic.
• Thank contributors and volunteers.
• Ask for help in person.
• Meet regularly so everyone can stay focused.
• Use a newsletter to keep everyone informed.
• Advertise and attract attention. Take advantage of community resources, such as church bulletins and community calendars.
• Be creative. Make ordinary events extraordinary. What about a black-tie bowl-a-thon or a “snowman”-building contest on the beach?
• Continuously recruit volunteers so ideas are fresh and enthusiasm remains high.
• Seek opportunities for matching funds from local corporations and businesses.

Fundraising Tips

As campaign volunteers plan fundraising events for a friend or loved one's transplant, it is important to remember to keep things fresh and try new ideas. Special events can range from simple activities, such as a car wash or garage sale; to complex events that require months of planning, such as a golf tournament or silent auction.

In addition to raising money, fundraisers can:

• Raise awareness about the needs of transplant patients.
• Inform the public about organ and bone marrow donor awareness.
• Motivate new volunteers to join the fundraising effort.

Be creative and have fun!