Ways to Raise Money Fast

Ways to Raise Money Fast

If your non profit or charity is desperate for ways to raise money fast so it can accomplish its’ goals, it may seem like you’ll soon be reduced to begging, borrowing, and stealing just to make ends meet.  Don’t lose hope.  It’s amazing what you can accomplish if you truly set your mind and heart to it.  Here, we’ll explore a few ways to raise money fast to keep your non profit on its’ feet and moving forward. 

Online Auctions

With the advent of the internet and online auctions, you can sell just about anything online these days.  Perhaps you have some interesting items laying around the house that are in good condition that you can sell, such as clothing, electronics, knick-knacks, toys, antiques, collectibles, or other goods.  Another method you can use is to purchase items from wholesale dropshippers that you resell for a profit. 

Once you and your charitable group have determined what you’re going to sell, find an auction hosting site, such as IDonateToCharity.org, where your not-for-profit organization can set up and run charitable auctions with no listing or membership fees 365 days a year. 

Yard Sale

Another way to get rid of unwanted or interesting items around the house is to hold a yard sale.  Get your organization’s members involved, too, asking them to donate as much as they can for your charity yard sale.  Advertise it in a local paper, put up signs in your area, and do your yard sale for an entire weekend.  You can also ask members of your organization to hold their own separate yard sales at their homes.  This allows your group to reach even more members of your community and earn far more money. 

Consignment Shop Sales

If you have items such as furniture, clothing, antiques, and so forth, perhaps try bringing them to your local consignment store so they can sell them for you.  They will usually take a commission from every sale.  Check back every few days to see what you’ve sold. 

Boat Washing

If you live near a body of water where people dock their boats, you and your group can offer a boat cleaning service.  You can easily make hundreds of dollars in a weekend just by cleaning a few boats. 

Service-related Fundraisers

Offer your community affordable services, explaining to them how hiring your crew helps raise money for a wonderful charitable cause.  You and your crew can mow lawns, clean homes, rake leaves, pick up trash, clean parking lots, or do several other types of services all for specific rates. 

Recyclable Item Drive

You and your group can collect aluminum cans, glass bottles, etc., from residents in your community that can be turned in to your local recycling center for cash.  Publicize your campaign and offer a drop off area where the public can donate their recyclable items. 

Activity Workshop

Get your members together and brainstorm.  What types of skills do you all have that could be used to teach a one day or weekend workshop?  Does one of your members have extensive experience in crafts and jewelry-making?  Does another have knowledge about gardening?  Perhaps host a ceramics painting class or a fitness course.  The possibilities are endless.  Find a suitable place to hold your class and get your materials ready.  Then, simply advertise your workshop in the paper, via flyers, and by word of mouth and get people signed up.