Grant Writing & Funding 5 Virtual Fundraising Ideas For Thanksgiving
This year may feel different when it comes to end-of-year fundraising—but that doesn’t mean fundraising should stop. In fact, it shouldn’t.
People still want to give. Some may even have more capacity to give, while others are more aware than ever of the impact your nonprofit has in the community. So, the question isn’t if you should fundraise—it’s how.
If traditional, in-person events aren’t an option, this episode walks you through creative and effective ways to shift your strategy online while still building connection and generating revenue.
We start with the foundation of all successful fundraising: relationships. Before asking for donations, it’s essential to thank and recognize your current donors—whether through handwritten notes, social media shoutouts, or other meaningful touches.
From there, we explore four additional virtual fundraising ideas that are both engaging and practical:
- Hosting a virtual Turkey Trot or fun run paired with a scavenger hunt
- Organizing a seasonal baking competition with opportunities to upsell winning treats
- Creating curated gift baskets for corporate partners with pre-orders to minimize risk
- Planning a holiday-themed virtual trivia night to bring community and fun together online
Each idea is designed to help you raise funds while strengthening relationships and creating memorable experiences for your supporters.
If you’re looking for ways to keep your fundraising strong—no matter the circumstances—this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable ideas.
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Grant Writing & Funding (GWF) has a Global Movement to Secure $1 Billion in Grant Funding for Good and $30 Million in Grant Writing Businesses by 2030. Holly Rustick, CEO of GWF, is leading the movement; a world-renowned grant writer with 20+ years of experience, bestselling author, and business coach for new and seasoned grant writers to replace their full-time income writing grants part-time from home through her signature programs: the Freelance Grant Writer Academy and the Grant Professional Mentorship.
Rustick is the host of the top grant writing podcast “Grant Writing & Funding” and the author of the Bestselling book, The Beginner’s Guide to Grant Writing. With an MA in International Political Economy, past-president of the Guam Women’s Chamber of Commerce, serving on numerous boards of directors, Holly is also an unapologetic feminist. She lives on the island of Guam with her beautiful daughter, Isabella.
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