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    The Funding Coach

    The Funding Coach

    We help non profits, community groups, and faith communities build their funding capacities.

    The Funding Coach

    3 months ago

    The Funding Coach
    Why You're Not Getting Grants or Big Donations (And It's Not What You Think)There are plenty of reasons why your nonprofit might be struggling to land grants or secure large-scale donations. But there’s one reason that often flies under the radar, ‘you might be asking for far too little.’Nonprofits are often used to stretching every dollar, running lean, and making do with what’s available. But here’s the twist: donors aren't always looking to fund frugality. Sometimes, they want to give generously so that something can be done without cutting corners.If it looks like you’re underasking, or. if there's any doubt that you'll have enough to finish the project or deliver real impact, that’s a red flag for funders. Lack of belief in your budget often leads to lack of belief in your mission.In the world of foundations and government grants, funders frequently measure success by the scale of impact. The more ambitious, and well-resourced, your project is, the more likely it is to get noticed. Long term funders know that meaningful change doesn't come cheap. If your proposal doesn't meet that threshold, it might not even make it to their shortlist.So, what can you do?Do your homework. Get to know the giving habits of the people or institutions you’re approaching. If you're renovating a sports field, for example, research what your province or state funded last year. If you find they didn’t award anything under $100,000, then asking for $25,000 could be an instant disqualifier, no matter how well-written your proposal is.The same goes for individual donors. If someone is known for making legacy-level contributions, don’t come at them with a small project. Frame your ask at the level they’re used to giving. Think big, prepare accordingly, and match your vision to their giving history. … See MoreSee Less

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    3 months ago

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    Funding Lesson 39 – Give Away Your Fundraisers If you run a nonprofit, fundraising isn’t optional, it is in the job description. Whether it’s funding a new project or keeping the lights on, raising money takes time, energy, and hustle. Let’s be honest: most of that hustle comes in the form of the dreaded ‘fundraiser.’Car washes, auctions, bake sales, chocolate bars, work-a-thons, and more. The ideas are endless… and exhausting. So here’s a one idea that most organizations miss: Give your fundraisers away. No, really. Instead of running every event yourself, what if you encouraged others to do the heavy lifting for you? Imagine asking a business, community group, or even a group of passionate volunteers to organize a fundraiser on your behalf, and then simply hand you the proceeds.Sounds dreamy, right? It's also highly doable.Many businesses already run charitable promotions, or events, so why not position your organization to be on their donation list? Imagine ten businesses, each hosting one event a year in your name. That’s ten fundraisers… without you planning a single one.Help Them Help YouHere’s where it gets smart: don't just ask, equip them. Give businesses and supporters a menu of fundraising ideas they can run on their own turf. Think:Casual Fridays with a donation jarSelling a special product with proceeds going to your causeHosting a themed dance night or trivia nightPlacing a donation box at checkoutYou can even encourage your existing supporters, volunteers, staff, and board members to take the idea into their workplaces, churches, book clubs, or community centers. And the best part? You stay in control of your messaging. Provide flyers, posters, QR codes, and social media graphics. Make it easy for them to tell your story and drive traffic to your website or donation page.Think Long-Term, Not One-TimeThe real jackpot here is consistency. Once someone runs a successful fundraiser for you, ask if they’d consider making it an annual tradition. Becoming a “charity of choice” for a business or group means recurring income without you re-inventing the wheel each year.So here’s your new fundraising mantra: Don’t just raise money. Multiply your efforts by letting others raise it for you. Think smarter, not harder. Give your fundraisers away.For more ideas why not reach out to thefundingcoach.ca/ … See MoreSee Less

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