Fundraising Articles & Guides

Data-backed playbooks from analyzing $60M+ raised across thousands of school and team fundraisers — what works, when to launch, how long to run, and how to raise more.

We Analyzed $60M+ in School Fundraisers: What Wins?

Our flagship study of what actually drives the biggest fundraisers — participation, timing, channel, and goal-setting.

The Best Time to Launch a School Fundraiser

When to kick off your campaign for the strongest results, by the numbers.

How Long Should a School Fundraiser Run?

The ideal campaign length, based on 8,000+ real fundraisers.

The First 7 Days Decide Your Fundraiser

Why early momentum is the single biggest predictor of your final total.

How to Set a Fundraising Goal That Raises More

How goal-setting shapes outcomes — and how to set one that pulls results up.

Big Roster or Tight Team? Two Paths to a Five-Figure Fundraiser

How team size changes your strategy — and how small teams still hit five figures.

School Fundraising Ideas That Actually Work

Which fundraising ideas hold up when you look at the data — and which don’t.

Donation Drives vs. Selling Products: Which Raises More?

A head-to-head look at donation-based versus product-sale fundraisers.

Text vs. Email Fundraising: Which Reaches More?

Why the channel you choose decides how many supporters you actually reach.

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