Entries by Scoti Hahn

What Is Crowdfunding? A Quick Start Guide to Raising Money

Everyone needs financial help every now and then. Maybe you are an aspiring musician planning to release your debut album, but you need a way to cover the recording costs. Or, perhaps you run a nonprofit animal shelter that requires urgent funding to care for an unexpected influx of animals into your facility. Whether you’re […]

Fundly vs. GoFundMe: Which Platform Is Best For You?

Whether you’re raising money to fund a nonprofit initiative, support students at your school, or cover a personal expense, an online fundraiser can be an effective way to reach your goal. But first, you need to find the right fundraising website to support your campaign. Fundly and GoFundMe are some of the most popular choices […]

Comparing 30+ of the Best Crowdfunding Websites in 2024

Crowdfunding is a popular fundraising strategy for almost any goal, from covering medical expenses to jump-starting an artistic project. Before you can start rallying your community and raising funds for your cause, however, you need to use the right tools to launch an attention-grabbing campaign and facilitate donations. In this guide, we’ll walk through 30+ […]

GoFundMe Alternatives: 15 Best Fundraising Platforms to Use

Whether you’re a nonprofit fundraising for a new program or an individual collecting donations for a business idea, there is a platform out there to support your goal. One of the most widely known websites is GoFundMe, but it may not have everything to suit your specific needs. Fortunately, there are many popular GoFundMe alternatives that […]

35 Giving Tuesday Ideas + Tips to Shatter Your Goals

Your nonprofit’s donors lead busy lives—managing their careers, maintaining social relationships, and pursuing their personal goals. Because of this, it can be challenging to keep them continually involved in all that you’re doing to fulfill your mission. That’s why Giving Tuesday is such an important time for any nonprofit, no matter your size or cause. […]