OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY

Make sure you set yourself a fundraising goal so your supporters know what you are trying to accomplish. This target should be a challenge for you but also achievable with a little help from your friends and family (and co-workers, neighbors)... When asking for donations (in person, through email, social media, etc.) be confident and remember that you are not asking for yourself but for funds to support a cause important to you. Write a personal letter or email to all of your contacts asking for support. Record a video with your phone asking for donations and post it on social media or include it in your email to friends and family. Update your email signature by adding your personal fundraising page URL... Many companies may match their employee's charitable giving, so ask your donors to check with their HR department if a matching gift program exists.

Also known as: Buckeye Funder, The Ohio State University

Primary location: Columbus United States