A Guide to College Fundraisers

College fundraising is more important than ever, and although you can still use some of the same tactics, you also need to think outside the box. This guide will teach you how to create an effective and creative college fundraiser.

Develop a Committee

The first step in establishing a successful fundraising committee is establishing one within your group. After that, ask your members for their commitment, time, and resources in helping you raise money for the university. Discuss their abilities and interests to see which one would excel in certain areas, such as organization, marketing, and advertisement. Keep in mind that everyone’s talents should be considered at all times.

Set a Budget

After you have established a committee, it’s time to start thinking about your budget. Since it’s a group composed of individuals from a particular area, you must have a tight budget. One of the most critical factors you should consider is finding out what resources are available to help you with your fundraising efforts.

Think of Concepts

A fundraising event that’s affordable and exciting for the target audience you’re trying to reach will make your event successful. If you’re planning on holding an event for other students, then target them to give you donations, while if you’re planning an event for the local community, choose something that will appeal to them.

Your fundraising efforts should be simple and short, as most students are usually busy with their studies and social life. Doing so allows you to focus on providing them with value instead of wasting time.

Create a Plan

Organizing the event’s details will allow you to focus on providing the best possible service to your audience. You’ll also need to consider the various expenses involved in the operation and the times and locations where you’ll be getting the supplies you need to complete the task.

Set a specific date for your fundraising event so all your members can be available. After that, start planning the various details of the event, such as the decorations and the materials that will be used.

Advertise

You should publicize your upcoming fundraiser by generating excitement about the event and letting everybody know where, when, and how it will be conducted. You should additionally point out the exciting points about the fundraiser and how your supporters will benefit. Don’t hesitate to ask for contributions since, in general, people are helpful to others.

ABOUT MOSES DIXON

Living and working in Worcester, Massachusetts, Moses Dixon is the CEO of the Central Massachusetts Agency on Aging, who believes heavily in building and developing his community for the benefit of all of his neighbors.

Throughout his time building experience in professional development and community service, Moses Dixon has held a number of positions. He served as a Legislative Fellow with the United States Senate Diversity Initiative for more than a year in Washington D.C. serving the office of Senator Harry Reid, a role he continued as Senator Reid became the United States Senate Majority Leader. He also spent time as a Door Keeper for the United States Senate Deputy Sergeant at Arms from 2010 to 2011, serving the personal Office of U.S. Senate Deputy Sergeant at Arms Martina L. Bradford. He also assisted Sarai Rivera, a City Councilor in Worcester, Massachusetts, from 2012 to 2013, followed by time spent aiding Mary Keefe in the Massachusetts House of Representatives as her Legislative Aide from 2013 to 2014.

During 2014, Moses Dixon spent time consulting with the Central Massachusetts Area Health Education Center in Worcester, Massachusetts, where he worked on healthcare-related grants, proposals, and policies. Following this role, Moses became a Housing Specialist with Veterans Inc., a nonprofit organization out of Massachusetts dedicated to helping veterans transition out of homelessness and giving them the tools and resources they need to rebuild their lives.