The Art of In-Person Fundraising with Crypto
Welcome to Your In-Person Fundraising Resources!
Strengthen your organization’s in-person fundraising campaigns by incorporating crypto donations with these comprehensive materials. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to design engaging event experiences that seamlessly integrate crypto language, and can easily adapt to include stocks and donor-advised funds.
What is In-Person Fundraising?
In-person fundraising involves organizing live events like walks, galas, golf tournaments, and community programs where individuals or groups interact directly with potential donors to solicit donations and raise funds for a cause. This traditional fundraising method allows for face-to-face interactions, building strong personal connections with donors and effectively communicating your nonprofit’s mission. When executed correctly, in-person fundraising is a powerful way to raise funds, spread awareness, and build lasting donor relationships.
This can involve various methods, such as:
- Direct Solicitation: Approaching individuals or groups in person to request donations or support for a cause.
- Events: Hosting events, such as charity galas, auctions, or bake sales, where attendees are encouraged to donate or participate in fundraising activities.
- Meetings: Meeting with potential donors or stakeholders to discuss the importance of the cause and the need for funding.
- Networking: Building relationships with individuals or organizations to establish connections and secure funding for a cause.
The Art of In-Person Fundraising with Crypto Guide
This guide includes 14 strategies you can implement today for any in-person opportunity, with details on how to make them most effective and the best event type for each one.
Sample Language Templates
Leverage these sample language templates to seamlessly integrate into your selected in-person fundraising strategies outlined above. From brochures and banners to digital displays and donor recognition, these messaging options will ensure a cohesive and impactful presence, to encourage crypto donations to your nonprofit!
# 1 - Support Our Cause with Crypto!
- Your crypto donations can help us make a bigger impact. Donate today and be a part of the change!
# 2 - Crypto for a Better Tomorrow
- Crypto donations can help us build a better future. Donate now and support our mission to [INSERT IMPACT STATEMENT]!
# 3- Crypto Giving Made Easy
- Donate crypto effortlessly at our [EVENT]. Scan our QR code to make a difference at [ORG NAME] with digital currency. Your crypto donation supports our mission with efficiency and transparency. Join us in pioneering innovative philanthropy today!
# 4- Join Us In Making a Difference
- At [NONPROFIT NAME], we’re dedicated to [CAUSE]. You can support us in innovative ways like donating cryptocurrency, stocks, and donor-advised funds. Your gift can change lives.
# 5- Maximize Your Year-End Giving
- As the year comes to a close, consider making a donation of stocks, crypto, or through your DAF. Your contribution is crucial to our mission, while offering significant tax benefits for you.
🌟 BEST PRACTICE: Maintain consistency! Extend beyond a single event, email, or social post. Incorporate your acceptance of crypto into all donor communications, just like your traditional giving options. Here are additional resources with a wealth of sample language that can be used for any platform:
- Direct Mail Fundraising Resources
- Direct Mail Fundraising: Strategies & Templates to Integrate In Your Fundraising Plans
Customizable Visual Assets
Leverage these customizable templates to seamlessly integrate into your selected in-person fundraising strategies outlined above. From brochures and banners to digital displays and donor recognition, these messaging options will ensure a cohesive and impactful presence, to encourage crypto donations to your nonprofit!
Download and customize your Canva assets from the 2024 End of Year Toolkit here.
Visuals include:
Crypto Sponsorship One-Pager
When to Use: Before your in-person event
How to Use: Include this in your next corporate sponsorship deck for an upcoming event.
Other Ways to Use:
- Major Gift Meeting Packet
- Brochure
- Presentation Materials
- Event Tickets & Invitations
8X11 Crypto Flyer
When to Use: During or after your in-person event
How to Use: Highlight crypto donations at the meetings or events, offering attendees the choice to donate either immediately or at a later time.
Other Ways to Use:
- Event Signage (i.e. Banners, walk displays)
- Program Booklets
- Digital Screens & Slideshows
- Interactive Donation Stations
- Donor Recognition Displays