Guides
How to Organize a 5K Fundraiser in 8 Simple Steps
Holding a 5K fundraiser will get your supporters active and motivate them to support a good cause. 5Ks are also a great way to bring your community together and form new connections with local businesses, fellow nonprofits, and other institutions. In this guide, we’ll explore the basics of holding a
17 Fundraising Products You Should Be Selling in 2026
Looking for the best products to sell for a fundraiser? Whether you’re raising money for a nonprofit, personal mission, community project, or event, choosing the right fundraising products can make all the difference. From custom t-shirts and drinkware to office supplies and cookbooks, we’ve put together our list of the
Top 20 Profitable Fundraising Ideas for Your Nonprofit
Your nonprofit organization relies on having a generous, engaged community to stay afloat. While other funding sources like grants offer invaluable support, individual donors provide the largest source of funding and represent 64% of total giving. That’s why the most successful nonprofit organizations get creative with their fundraising, using innovative
Transform Your Campaigns With These 5 GoFundMe Alternatives
There’s no doubt about it: crowdfunding is a hugely successful online fundraising method. Crowdfunding is swiftly rising in popularity because anyone can use it. From individuals to nonprofits to religious organizations, crowdfunding gets the job done for everyone looking to raise money. These platforms allow you to harness the power
Unlock Success: Your Guide to Peer-to-Peer Fundraising FAQs
Imagine harnessing the power of your donors to raise money on your behalf, while strengthening your nonprofit’s relationship with those donors at the same time. Peer-to-peer fundraising makes it possible to do just that! With peer-to-peer fundraising, you can raise money, multiply your audience, and strengthen connections with existing supporters
40 Fundraising Event Ideas Communities Will Love
Fundraising events are a great way for your nonprofit, school, business, or other organization to engage with its community and raise money for its cause at the same time. But picking a fundraising idea that fits your budget and involves your supporters isn’t always the easiest task. That’s why we’ve
Raising More for Your Cause: 10 GivingTuesday Fundraising Ideas
GivingTuesday is just around the corner. This year, mark your calendar for November 28, 2023. This annual event offers nonprofits a special opportunity to secure essential funding, grow their support network, extend the reach of their mission, and, ultimately, drive their causes forward while nurturing a spirit of community and
Your 2023 Holiday Handbook for Buying and Selling Success
It’s beginning to look a lot like….Holiday Season 2023! The most wonderful time of the year is finally here, and we’re excited to kick things off with our annual Holiday Season guide! In this guide, you’ll find a list of ways to add some sparkle to your online stores, make
How to Create Nonprofit Merchandise That Sells
At Bonfire, we know that custom merchandise can be a game-changer for your nonprofit, with the potential to transform your fundraising strategy, engage your supporters, and sustain your impact year-round – and we’re here to help make it all happen. From designing compelling apparel to launching successful campaigns and effectively
How to Sell Custom Merch on TikTok
In the ever-evolving world of social media marketing, TikTok has become a powerhouse platform for folks looking to promote custom merch in fresh and engaging ways. With its dynamic and rapidly growing user base, TikTok offers unique opportunities to connect with potential customers and boost awareness for your brand. To
Inspiring a Kinder, Greener World with Earth Conscious Merch
At Bonfire, our purpose is clear: to strengthen communities that inspire a kinder world. We know that in order to accomplish this mission, we, as a company, need to make sure that we are doing everything we can to take the best possible care of our people, our communities, and