13 Last minute ideas for raising money on Giving Tuesday (plus a bonus 3-email fundraising sequence)
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What’s the best way to make the most out of Giving Tuesday?
In this episode, I share 13 creative, last-minute strategies that charities and businesses alike can use to ride the wave of generosity and excitement during this global day of giving. From simple email-only campaigns to thoughtful donor appreciation ideas, you’ll hear practical ways to connect with your audience and maximize results with minimal stress.
Even if you aren’t involved with a charity, I invite you to tune in because these ideas are totally transferrable to small business, and you might hear something that sparks your next best step!
Topics We Cover in This Episode:
- The email formulas that guarantee engagement on Giving Tuesday
- Why starting your campaign before Black Friday can be a game-changer
- How to make Giving Tuesday about more than just money
- The one mistake you must avoid when crafting your Giving Tuesday emails
Are you ready to spark generosity and make an impact? Let’s dive in!
If you need help with writing your fundraising messages, reach out to hello@kimkiel.com to find out how I can support charities and nonprofits.
Show notes are always available at https://www.kimkiel.com/podcast!!
Resources Mentioned:
Episode 17: How to get the most out of Black Friday - even if you’re not selling anything: https://www.kimkiel.com/podcast-1/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-black-friday-even-if-youre-not-selling-anything
Find out how to write the 3-email fundraising sequence:
1: ACCA - Episode 20: Don’t write from scratch! Use the ACCA copywriting formula to get more sales and donations. https://www.kimkiel.com/podcast-1/dont-write-from-scratch-use-the-acca-copywriting-formula-to-get-more-sales-and-donations
2: PAS - Episode 77 How to use the pAS copywriting formula to sell more https://www.kimkiel.com/podcast-1/how-to-use-the-pas-copywriting-formula-to-sell-more-without-sounding-douchey
3: P4 - Episode 13 - How to write a compelling sales message without being cheesy or sleazy https://www.kimkiel.com/podcast-1/how-to-write-a-compelling-sales-message-without-being-cheesy-or-sleazy
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Text me a question or comment!
Listen to the Black Friday/Cyber Monday Survival Guide Playlist at www.kimkiel.com/bfcm
Chapters
1. [audio] IC Episode 121 13 Last minute ideas for raising money (00:00:00)
2. #1 - use Giving Tuesday to promote a specific campaign or goal (00:07:16)
3. #2 - use Giving Tuesday to run a campaign to convert one time donors to monthly donors (00:07:36)
4. #3 - use Giving Tuesday to upgrade your existing monthly donors (00:07:58)
5. #4 - Use Giving Tuesday to showcase the other ways people can support your organization (00:08:19)
6. #5 - consider a matching gift campaign (00:08:45)
7. #6 - you could have a virtual fundraising raffle or a 50 50 event (00:09:11)
8. #7 - use Giving Tuesday to run a campaign to renew or re enroll past donors (00:09:21)
9. #8 - instead of asking for donations, you could promote and sell your swag (00:09:35)
10. #9 - use Giving Tuesday to promote and sell tickets to any upcoming event (00:09:51)
11. #10 - use Giving Tuesday to inspire people to volunteer for your organization (00:10:20)
12. #11 - use Giving Tuesday to get the donations of goods you need to deliver your mission (00:10:35)
13. #12 - leverage your existing donors and invite them to showcase your charity on your behalf (00:11:02)
14. #13 - use Giving Tuesday to give thanks or host a thank you campaign (00:11:34)
15. ACCA - Awareness, Comprehension, Conviction and Action (00:14:39)
16. PAS - Problem, Agitation, Solution (00:14:51)
17. P4 - picture, promise, prove, and push (00:15:02)
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