Whether you are taking part in an event, fundraising your own way, collecting in memory of a loved one, or celebrating a special occasion, promoting your fundraiser online will make a huge difference.
If you haven’t set up an online fundraising page before, it’s quick and easy.
We recommend popular and trusted online fundraising platforms, such as JustGiving or Enthuse, with both offering simple set-up guides and tips to help you raise more money.
Here’s how to get started if you wish to use Enthuse:
Here’s how to get started if you wish to Alternatively, you can use JustGiving:
Once you have set up and personalised your page, you can start raising money! Here are some tips to help get you started:
Before you share your page, ask someone close to you if they will be the first to make a donation. Generous, if possible, to inspire others to be just as kind-hearted
Send a link of your fundraising page to your email contact list and ask for support
Post the link on your social media channels and regularly e.g. pay day, during a work day lunch hour, after a training session, the day before your fundraiser
Think about the opportunities at your workplace – is there an intranet to post a link to your page? What about linking to your email signature? Don’t forget to share on LinkedIn to tell your wider network
Nearly 20% of donations come in after the event, so remember to update your page with your achievements and ask one final time for donations