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Please, take full advantage of this opportunity to learn and grow as a fundraiser. Your organization will thank you for it, and you will enjoy the benefits of having templates and tools that will aid in your success!

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Tools for Fundraising Events
DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Event Planning Checklist - this 10 page check list has EVERYTHING you need to remember and do to make any large (or not so large) fundraising event successful.

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DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Budget Template - Every penny counts! Use this handy event budget template to forecast expenses and track on all of the details.

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DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Auction Planning Template - your step by step guide to an awesome auction! This 10 page guide walks you through every step you must take to get your auction right!

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DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Silent Auction Bid Sheet Tips and Sample - use this sample to create your own bid sheets. Make sure you have the correct information and layout so your guest understand what they need to do to place the winning bid!

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DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Walk-a-thon Pledge Sheet Sample and Instructions - This handy pledge sheet is a clear form for your participants. Step by step tips and instructions included!

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Fundraising Letter Samples - Sponsorships
DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Sponsorship Letters - Animal Shelter Gala - This sample illustrates a sponsorship letter for a fundraising Gala for an Animal Shelter but can be adapted to ANY fundraising special event.

DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Sponsorship Package Example - This example illustrates the type and level of benefits that could be in a typical sponsorship package.

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DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Sponsorship Response Form - remember to include clear instructions in your sponsorship response form. It is a binding document so it must be clear and professional.

Sample Fundraising Letters

DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Student Fundraiser Sample Letter - This technique can be used for any grade. It is a direct solicitation campaign that works well when personalized for your school and the student writing the letter.

DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Mission Trip Fundraising Letter Sample - adapt this letter for your church mission trip. Remember, your personal story is the greatest way to inspire your potential donors!

DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Birthday Wish Fundraising Letter - this "pay it forward" idea is to seek donations to your charity of choice in lieu of birthday gifts. It is a great fundraising idea for charity fundraising walks, runs, bike rides, etc. where the participants raise funds.

DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Fundraising Sample Letter from a Baby (or child) - This idea is an attention getter and sure to cause your reader to thoughtfully consider your request. This idea is great for events like fundraising walks, rides, etc. where the goal is for the participants to raise money (like Rally for Life, Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, etc.)

DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Man's Best Friend Fundraising Letter - Canine Fundraising Letter - Here is a great letter written from the standpoint of a dog…who is seeking donations on behalf of his “owner” Make sure you put in a picture of the dog; pictures of owners are optional. ;) This strategy is humorous and a way to keep your reader engaged. This idea can be used when you are joining a walk, run, bike ride, etc. as a participant.

DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Tips for a Response Card and Example - these important tips and sample can be used and adapted for any direct solicitation.

Sample Thank You Letters
DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Sample Thank You Letter - "Thank You" are perhaps the two most important words in fundraising. This example demonstrates a short but effective way to express gratitude.

Board of Director's Tools
DOWNLOAD FREE PDF Board of Director's Evaluation Tool - It is important to encourage your board to evaluate their own performance in addition to your organization's at least once a year. This evaluation will give them a pulse on the things that are going well and those that need adjustment...quite possibly individual board member's performance and commitment to your organization.

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