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Did you know there are many ways to support Reedham Children's Trust without spending a penny? We love receiving donations to support our work but we understand in these difficult times, it is not always feasible. So, if you would like to give without spending, here are a few ways to do just that. #reedhamchildrenstrust #supportlocal #charitywork #volunteer #croydon #croydoncharity

At what point during my event should I close my silent auction? Here are a few key factors to help you decide👇 🕰️ Guest flow: When will people start leaving or heading to the dance floor? Giving guests plenty of time to check out keeps guests happy - and makes them more likely to attend your next event. 📱Remote bidders: If you’re expecting lots of bids from outside the room, consider when your remote bidders might switch off for the night. 🎁 Item distribution: Most fundraisers prefer to hand out items at the event itself. Plan ahead to avoid organizing pick-up or delivery later. 🙋Staffing and support: Ensure you’ve got enough hands on deck to avoid long queues. The last thing you want is frustrated guests waiting for their items. If you're planning a silent auction and want first-class support, get in touch, and let's help you raise more. #silentauction #charityfundraising #fundraisers

We completed the list!! 🎉🎉 While we haven’t finished contacting all the businesses, I worked with Green Team and with Fernando Rodriguez to accumulate local businesses! Our newest Green Team member, Jonah, along with our second newest, Victoria, learned professionalism over a phone call! They got the hang of it super quickly and I am very proud of them. They both took the task off my hands and showed great initiative, allowing me to fulfill other tasks. Our other Green Team members, Logan and Tyler, also did amazing! They completed the whole table. While Victoria and Jonah were contacting businesses, Tyler and Logan researched businesses, jotted down websites and phone numbers, and helped to better organize the list!! While I thought this was a task I could handle on my own, I realized today that I was very wrong. I don’t usually procrastinate, however between school and work, I usually don’t have a lot of time so I tend to choose one or the other when home so when I had the opportunity to show the others this kind of work, I jumped right at the idea!! We ended up getting so much more done than I thought we would, which was my first mistake. Believing in your team makes the all the difference, especially when tasks can be properly delegated. Everyone learned something new today, including me, and including Fernando Rodriguez, who learned how to use a laminator! Overall, I feel pretty good about today. It was a very productive and accomplished experience!!

UPDATE #3 (06/08/2024): We want to thank the amazing community for their support, please keep sharing and let's gather all the equipment and items we need to get Closet Share up and running. Closet Share is a community-focused program dedicated to collecting local clothing donations, washing and sorting them into tiers, and cataloging them on an online store for community members to access. We provide affordable clothing solutions through a tiered system, with Tier 1 offering free clothing for low-income families and organizations, and Tier 2 allowing the broader community to purchase items at low costs. Additionally, our Bags of Rags program repurposes unusable textiles to prevent them from ending up in landfills, contributing to environmental sustainability. We are excited to announce that we have recently acquired a warehouse to expand our operations. Unfortunately, we did not receive the government funding we applied for, and the warehouse requires some renovations to get it functioning for our program. We need various supplies, and if you have any items that you would be interested in donating to Closet Share, we would greatly appreciate it. We are also always looking for volunteers to help with the growth and building of Closet Share's warehouse. Your support can make a significant difference in our community! NEW ITEMS: • Washer (1) (3 RECEIVED) - • Fridge • Steel Gratting - 20” wide x 16’ long total coverage needed- lengths of 3-4’ is best • Cleaning Supplies • Electrician • Seacan • Plumber • Hangers • Garbage Cans and Blue Bins • Outdoor Paint • Office Equipment - (Desk Received) • Shelving • Laundry Consumables (2 JUGS OF DETERGENT RECEIVED) • Stationery Supplies • Security System • White Boards • Racking for Hanging Clothes (2x4’s and poles would work) You can reach out to Melissa at 249-878-7513 or info@closetshare.ca if you have any questions or would like to donate any of the above items or even volunteer some time to our great cause. #Volunteers #volunteer #sudbury #sudburyontario #nonprofit #MakeADifference #makeanimpact

Guess what?????😲 It's Volunteers Week at Happy Hands Foundation, and our fundraiser is in a few weeks🤗🤗. There'll be a lot of juicy details soon, so follow us now!! No talk, say I no drop update for you oo🌚. #VolunteersWeek #Hangout #HappyHandsFoundation #HandinHandForChange  #ScholarsProgram.

Underrated skill for fundraisers: Parallel Parking. Seriously, as a fundraiser you’re constantly driving to unfamiliar places. Many times downtown or some other difficult to park scenario. Knowing how to quickly and gracefully pull into a tight spot can save a great deal of time. No more endless circling buildings until you find a spot big enough to park a bus.

For wealth managers aiming to enhance their visibility and improve their brand image, participating in community activities is key. Whether it's volunteering for local charities, sponsoring a youth sports team, or engaging in local business events, being actively involved in your community fosters a strong, positive presence. These activities not only contribute to the well-being of your local area but also allow potential clients to see you in a different light – as a committed and caring member of the community. This approach helps build trust and strengthens your personal brand, setting you apart from competitors. Remember, people tend to do business with those they know, like, and trust. Engaging in community service is a powerful way to nurture these feelings among potential clients in your area. #CommunityService #FinancialAdvisors #BrandBuilding #BusinessGrowth

UPDATE #2 (30/07/2024): We want to thank the amazing community for their support, please keep sharing and let's gather all the equipment and items we need to get Closet Share up and running. Closet Share is a community-focused program dedicated to collecting local clothing donations, washing and sorting them into tiers, and cataloging them on an online store for community members to access. We provide affordable clothing solutions through a tiered system, with Tier 1 offering free clothing for low-income families and organizations, and Tier 2 allowing the broader community to purchase items at low costs. Additionally, our Bags of Rags program repurposes unusable textiles to prevent them from ending up in landfills, contributing to environmental sustainability. We are excited to announce that we have recently acquired a warehouse to expand our operations. Unfortunately, we did not receive the government funding we applied for, and the warehouse requires some renovations to get it functioning for our program. We need various supplies, and if you have any items that you would be interested in donating to Closet Share, we would greatly appreciate it. We are also always looking for volunteers to help with the growth and building of Closet Share's warehouse. Your support can make a significant difference in our community! NEW ITEMS: • Washer (1) (3 RECEIVED) - • Fridge • Steel Gratting - 20” wide x 16’ long total coverage needed- lengths of 3-4’ is best • Cleaning Supplies • Electrician • Seacan • Plumber • Hangers • Garbage Cans and Blue Bins • Paint (Any color) (2 RECEIVED) - Need more • Outdoor Paint • Office Equipment - (Desk Received) • Shelving • Laundry Consumables (2 JUGS OF DETERGENT RECEIVED) • Stationery Supplies • Security System • White Boards • Racking for Hanging Clothes (2x4’s and poles would work) You can reach out to Melissa at 249-878-7513 or info@closetshare.ca if you have any questions or would like to donate any of the above items or even volunteer some time to our great cause. #Volunteers #volunteer #sudbury #sudburyontario #nonprofit #MakeADifference #makeanimpact

Top Tip Tuesday 💡 EMMA Live Planning events and fundraisers can be challenging, especially when managing auction items, guest registration, and pledge moments. Here are three key tips for success this week: - Aim to have approximately 10% of your audience as auction items. For example, if you have 200 guests attending, consider having around 20 auction items available. Too many items can overwhelm guests, and not enough may cause you to fall short on your fundraising target. - Use the EMMA platform to send guest registration information incomplete emails. This will encourage guests to provide their dietary and access requirements, saving you the hassle of chasing guests and manually inputting information into spreadsheets. - Utilise EMMA's leaderboard feature to showcase a fundraising goal to the crowd. Encourage competition between tables by challenging them to reach the goal and acknowledge the table that has raised the most funds. #EventPlanning #Fundraising #SuccessTips #EventManagement #EMMA #TopTipTuesday #FundraisingTechnology

Street entertainment is evolving! Imagine you're stuck in traffic, staring at the light, when suddenly a homeless individual starts entertaining you in a creative and engaging way, asking for donations. How would you respond? Share your thoughts in the comments! #StreetEntertainment #InnovativeIdeas #TrafficLightShows #CreativeFundraising #SupportLocalTalent #UrbanCulture #UnexpectedMoments #StreetPerformers #HumanityFirst #ThoughtProvoking #verixity