We get it, fundraising can be hard. With a seemingly endless list of events and team fees, finding new ways to raise funds effectively can be difficult. FlipGive wants to help you with your fundraising, so here are some of our tried and true fundraising ideas that we've received from real campaigns just like yours. 

Don't overlook old school fundraising favourites: 

We know, the bake sale is cliche, but it's because most of the time, it works. A unique twist on some of the more classic fundraisers will keep them fresh and relevant. Here are some suggestions: 

For bake sales: 

1. Keep things interesting: 

Specialize in one specific product and give your bake sale a theme. By doing this, it is easier to coordinate with other fundraisers, and you can come up with creative ways to advertise your bake sale. 

2.  Piggyback on a larger event: 

Organize your sale at the same time as a larger event if possible. It's so much easier to raise money when there is already foot traffic. At the same time, make sure to promote your sale well in advance with a social media campaign and flyers. 

3. Run a contest for the participants: 

Reward those who have worked so hard to help put the fundraiser together. For example, everyone who bakes something for the sale will be entered to win a gift card to their favourite bookstore, and if you use FlipGive, that could get you 10% cash back on your prize. 

4. Pay attention to detail: 

Make sure your sale is organized, otherwise both participants and supporters will leave flustered and probably with less baked goods. 

For BBQs:

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Do something goofy: 

Even though run of the mill fundraisers are successful, it doesn't mean you can't get creative with how you raise money.