Fall provides a variety of fundraising options. So this season is the prime time to give, with a number of very important awareness days and, of course, the date by which every fundraiser has circled on their calendar—GivingTuesday.
Add it to your calendar: the fall fundraising season begins later this month, hits a peak with GivingTuesday being held globally on December 1st, and then rolls into year-end giving. Is your back-to-school campaign ready for the fall? You can still organize an event or a program to motivate the people living in that area. Start exploring ideas for fall fundraisers for nonprofits Fort Lauderdale.
Harvest Festival–
Host a happy occasion that features things such as pumpkin carvings, apple-picking trips, hayrides, and games. Heads up: Admission is not free, and you can buy food and drink inside.
Environmental Cleanup Day–
For National Public Lands Day (which this year falls on September 23), organize a community cleanup at the park or natural area. Ask participants to fundraise through sponsors.
Thanksgiving Dinner Fundraiser–
Hold a community Thanksgiving dinner that attendees can donate to attend, with all the money going toward your organization’s cause.
Dyslexia Awareness Session–
Host a presentation in October to educate the public about dyslexia and how it affects people. Charge a fee to attend this fall fundraisers for nonprofits Florida.
Haunted House–
Build a scary haunted house or walk around and charge admission fees.
National Bullying Prevention Month Campaign–
Time a campaign around National Bullying Prevention Month this October to spread the word about your anti-bullying programs and raise donations.
National School Lunch Week Campaign Update–
In October, partner with your school nutrition departments for a campaign to support and encourage healthy options during this fall fundraisers for nonprofits Florida.
- Apple Cider Sale
Peddle hot apple cider at local events, farmers’ markets, or outside grocery shops to funnel the money back into your cause.
- Domestic Violence Workshop
Hold a workshop or panel discussion in October for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Charge attendance fees, with proceeds going to those affected by domestic abuse.
Outdoor Movie Night–
Have classic fall movies shown under the stars in your park or outdoor area. Admission is charged, with concessions available.
Fall Gardening Program–
Host a fall planting and landscaping program. Charge a fee for attendance.
National Diabetes Awareness Month Health Fair–
Plan a health fair with diabetes screenings, information, and exercise activities in November (National Diabetes Awareness Month). Proceeds from entry fees will benefit diabetes-related initiatives.
Bottom Line:
Now that summer vacations are over and the traditionally slow period for charity donations has passed, fall fundraisers for nonprofits Fort Lauderdale are a good time to get out there. Plan to do any of the following:
- In-person galas or events.
- Awareness Day Activations.
- Re-engagement communications from donors.
- Great storytelling campaigns.
These months are also great for expanding on the giving opportunities that your customers have with you. More and more nonprofits are accepting stock, cryptocurrency, and Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) donations as we enter the big holiday giving season to elevate major giving and engage a new generation of donors.
