Board members serve a variety of purposes. They can provide guidance and suggestions for your non-profit, provide oversight into the inner workings of organizations and they have access to other like-minded individuals who will view your cause as one worthy of their time and donations. Making the most of your board’s network is a key component to fundraising. Here are three ways for you can suggest your board members engage their networks to help with your fundraising efforts.

Contribution or Fundraising Requirements

Many organizations require that their board members make a financial contribution themselves or provide one on behalf of their company. Many boards suggest that board members have a fundraising goal in mind, or set one for them, when they assume a board position. This helps the organization plan financially for the year.

Parlor Meetings

Parlor meetings are one of the oldest ways to raise money. Board members ask their network of friends and business associates to join them for an intimate gathering where they will hear more about the mission and values of your non-profit. In return, the participants provide a donation to the cause. This is a wonderful way to provide a personal connection to your organization.

Peer to Peer Fundraising Online

Similar to parlor meetings, peer to peer fundraising is the online version of this time tested tradition. In this model, board members invite their network of friends and associates to join their donation page or the organization’s page.

There a variety of ways that you can engage your board members in fundraising for your organization, these are just three of them. Ask your board members what type of fundraising efforts they are most comfortable engaging in. This will help to ensure they are successful in their efforts. Contact us for more information on how to keep your finances in line in 2018.