We often let our perception of beauty, and what we think is aesthetically pleasing, dictate our design choices. But what if the things that look “right” are actually having a negative impact on the effectiveness of our fundraising?
It can be really easy to get swept away with a clever idea, such as some witty wordplay, quirky design or impressive piece of mental gymnastics. But clever is only clever if it works. So how do you stop the pursuit of “clever” derailing your fundraising?
The Thank You is one of the most important communications we write and send as a fundraiser. Yet, too often it is viewed as an administrative chore, or an obligation. This short video shares why this touchpoint is so important, and five ways you can make sure your Thank Yous are SUPER
What can arts fundraisers learn from a drag show? In this guest blog post Marina Jones shares 10 tips inspired by psychology and a visit to a drag show in San Francisco.
Apollo Fundraising was launched on 1st July 2016. But it turns out we share our birthday with a whole host of unlikely fundraising experts. As a little birthday present* from us to you, here are some fundraising tips we can learn from people born on 1st July.
It’s a horrible thought but, if a terrible disaster struck your organisation, would you know how to respond? This blog sets out some of the things you can think about and plan for in advance, saving you valuable time should the unthinkable ever happen.
When someone gives money to your cause – whether it is £1 or £1million – they are taking the exhilarating, terrifying leap of saying “I love you”. Your Thank You is your way of saying “I love you” back. No pressure, but how you respond has a huge bearing on whether your relationship with this supporter is going to flourish and bloom or wither and die. This blog shows you how to make the most of this opportunity by making your Thank Yous SUPER!
We all know fundraising takes time and effort. So what do you do if your organisation doesn’t have a fundraiser? This blog provides some top tips for achieving fundraising success without a fundraiser.
