Nonprofits

Everything You Need to Know About Fun Runs

Some of the top fundraisers we see — by both popularity and money earned — are fun runs. What is it, you ask? It’s a walk or run, sometimes themed, that ignites community spirit. It typically requires a participation fee or asks students to find sponsors to pay per...

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What to Sell in a Fundraiser: 25 Successful Ideas

Not sure what to sell in a fundraiser? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve got the top 5 categories of fundraising items sold through Cheddar Up since January 2021, and the 5 most-sold items in each.Already know what to sell in a fundraiser and just need some help...

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How to Host a Trunk or Treat Fundraiser

A trunk or treat fundraiser is a great way for schools, churches, or other nonprofits to raise money for their organization. At Cheddar Up, we make hosting a trunk-or-treat event or other fall events and PTA fundraising activities simple. You can even get started...

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Fundraising Tips: How to Ask for Donations + Free Worksheet

Planning a fundraiser is often the easy part — it’s how to ask for donations that often leaves people mystified, especially if you’re a team of volunteers who haven’t before.  The bottom line: “It’s not rocket science; it’s relationship stuff,” says David Goodwin, a...

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Using Venmo for Nonprofits

If you landed here, you’re probably wondering if you can use Venmo for nonprofits (which includes using Venmo for PTAs, HOAs, churches, and charities)? The answer is layered: Yes, you could with Venmo's charity profiles. But should you use Venmo for nonprofit...

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