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4.1.16 Fund-Raising




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This article is from the Table Tennis (Ping Pong) FAQ, by ttennis@bu.edu with numerous contributions by others.

4.1.16 Fund-Raising

Raising money for equipment, tournaments, or other club projects is a major
task. At the same time, it can be a very satisfying activity involving
your entire membership. The first job in fund-raising is to sell your
cause. A regular publicity program is an important part of your
fund-raising activity. Secondly, the project must give something in return
for a contribution.

Before you start an activity ask:

How much money are you trying to raise?
What is your available manpower?

Each project must have a dollar goal that is attainable. This gives the
members something to strive for and, when achieved, a feeling of
accomplishment. How many people that are willing to work may determine the
kind of project you have. If an "idea clinic" is held in which the members
participate in choosing the project, they will be more willing to work at
it.

Consider carefully when you are going to hold your event. Be certain that
it doesn't conflict with other community activity. Also consider when your
workers are available. Perhaps you can coordinate your event with another
community group.

During the course of a fund-raising project, be sure that the workers
receive recognition for their efforts. Mailings, phone calls of
encouragement, and progress reports will stimulate their interest.
Remember too that workers enjoy seeing publicity for the cause they're
working for.

Whatever your money rasing project, run it like a business.
Keep accurate records.
Publicize the activity.
Use regular business forms for billing.
Be dependable - do what you say you will.
If you take merchant donations, give a receipt.
Keep a file of benefactors.
Determine how many members will help with the project.
Figure costs and profits closely.
Hold an "idea clinic" and let members participate in planning the project.



 

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