Can you believe we are coming to the end of the 2025 year already? Next year’s fundraising STARTS NOW. What can we do to prepare for 2026.
- Send a Year-End Impact Message
Goal: Thank, celebrate, and remind donors of their impact.
Share a heartfelt letter or video from your founder or beneficiaries.
Include before-and-after stories or highlight a success that their donations made possible. Use warm, emotional language — “Because of you, we…”
🪩 Pro tip: Add a visual recap — a short slideshow or “year in review” reel — for use at galas, social media, and email.
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- Launch a “Finish Strong” Giving Campaign
Goal: Inspire one last wave of giving before December 31.
Tie the theme to your mission (e.g., “Light Up a Life Before the New Year”).
Offer donation matches or “sponsor a table” gift challenges.
Use countdown-style emails (“3 Days Left to Make Your Impact”).
🪙 Pro tip: Include QR codes at your gala and on social media that lead directly to your donation form.
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- Celebrate with a Year-End Gala or Appreciation Event
Goal: Thank supporters and keep energy high for next year.
Recognize top donors, volunteers, or partners with awards.
Feature a short video recap of your nonprofit’s 2025 wins.
Have a “Fund the Future” live auction or paddle raise focused on 2026 goals.
🕊️ Pro tip: Make the event fun and emotional — people give more when they feel connected to a story.
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- Engage Your Donors Digitally
Goal: Stay visible through the holidays.
Post “12 Days of Impact” or “Countdown to Kindness” stories on social media.
Share donor spotlights or testimonials.
Update your website with your “Year in Review” and “2026 Vision.”
📱 Pro tip: Always include donation links and event sign-up buttons.
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- Thank Generously & Preview Next Year
Goal: End with gratitude and anticipation.
Send personal thank-yous to major donors before New Year’s Eve.
Announce next year’s gala theme, date, or campaign focus.
Create a short video invitation or “save the date” teaser.
Example: As we look ahead to 2026, we invite you to celebrate with us at our Gala and help us reach even greater heights. Please Save the date __________
The year may be coming to a close, but Fundraising never ends!!!!!
Contact Debbie with Impact Auctions today by using this link: https://www.impactauctions.info/contact-us/
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