AGENDA ITEM NUMBER ONE:
HOW TO FUNDRAISE LIKE A BOSS
Clear your calendar - it's time to lunch and learn about fundraising! Whether your workplace team is made up of first-time walkers or marketing managers, it never hurts to be prepared!
We've put together a list of tips and tricks to help your workplace achieve your fundraising goals and take steps towards safer futures.
We've put together a list of tips and tricks to help your workplace achieve your fundraising goals and take steps towards safer futures.
1. DIVIDE AND CONQUER
Encourage the formation of two or more teams (finance team vs comms team anyone?) within your workplace to participate in Walk for WAGEC. Set up a friendly competition between the teams to see who can raise the most funds. A little in-house rivalry never hurt anyone!
2. TRACK YOUR TARGETS
Establish weekly fundraising targets for each team and track their progress each week. To really get your colleagues motivated, try offering incentives or rewards for the team that exceeds their goal each week. You'd be surprised what a Friday afternoon early mark can do to motivate a team to reach target!
3. SHARE YOUR WHY
Personalise your fundraising efforts by sharing your story with colleagues. Why are you Walking for WAGEC? It could be that one in six women in the Australian workforce experience domestic violence, or that you want to help build safer futures for all. Sharing your why will connect others to the cause, and send your donations soaring.
4. LEAD BY EXAMPLE
Lead the way by making the first donation to your team's fundraising page. Encourage your teammates to match or surpass your contribution, setting a positive tone for the competition.
5. start Early and ask Often
Don't leave asking for donations to the last minute. Start your fundraising campaign early and share your donation page regularly to remind your networks to support you. Setting a specific goal (such as posting once a week or reaching out to 5 people) and keeping track of your progress can help you achieve this.
The early bird gets the worm (and meets their fundraising target)!
The early bird gets the worm (and meets their fundraising target)!
6. GIVE GLOWING PERFORMANCE REVIEWS
Everyone loves recognition, especially when walking for such a good cause! Provide opportunities to share updates on your workplaces fundraising efforts across your communications channels. Give shout-outs in your internal newsletters, tag your co-workers on Teams and support each others efforts as best you can.
7. Introduce some incentives
To keep morale high, recognise and reward employees who are actively participating in fundraising efforts for the Walk. Consider offering incentives such as gift cards, extra holiday days, or public acknowledgment to show appreciation for their dedication.
8. Engage Corporate Partners
Consider reaching out to corporate partners or other businesses connected to your workplace to sponsor your teams or provide financial support for the walk. Their involvement not only boosts fundraising efforts but also strengthens relationships within the community. It's a win-win!
9. TEE UP A TEAM LUNCH
Organising an event like a morning tea or team lunch is an excellent way to raise awareness and collect donations. If you're feeling particularly bold, you could set a bold target for your event, such as reaching $10k in 24 hours, and mobilize your network to support it.
10. Double your donations
Advocate for your company to match the donations raised by employees participating in the Walk. This not only amplifies the impact of individual contributions but also demonstrates the company's commitment to supporting WAGEC. Talk about a good return on investment!
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