Tuesday, 6 March 2012
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Individuality
Many of the causes in our online community are struggling to raise the funds they need to deliver vital services in our communities. The problems with the Lottery, Global Fund and the Department of Social Development are well documented but what about other sources of funding? It seems that individual giving contributes a very small percentage of most organisations’ income. GreaterGood SA’s Sophie Hobbs spoke to one cause that is getting it right with individuals and shares top tips on raising money from compassionate people.
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Generating income
How can my organisation generate an income to make it less reliant on grant-funding? Are investors more attracted to organisations that can generate their own income? Are there some organisations that will never be able to generate an income? Do I need enough income to cover all my expenses? GreaterCapital’s Laurie Scholtz examines these questions in the run-up to our second Knowledge Session: From fundraising to income generation.
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Preying on non profits
Non profits beware: there are a number of scams doing the rounds preying on a vulnerable and increasingly desperate sector. From unscrupulous fundraisers to fake call for proposal emails, you need to keep your wits about you and a sceptical attitude to prevent falling for these smooth operators.
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Racing for dreams
Good luck to all the great people riding the 35th annual Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour for a good cause. Find out about how Myggsa cause, Reach For A Dream, signed up for a charity bond this year and was overwhelmed by the response from riders across the country wanting to make dreams come true.
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SA Impact Investing programme announced
Risk vs Return: does there have to be a trade off? This is just one of the topics on the programme for GreaterCapital’s SA network for Impact Investing conference on 7 and 8 May 2012 at GIBS in Johannesburg. The early bird booking rate is still available if you book your place before 9 March.
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Sharing fundraising knowledge
Need tips and advice on fundraising from companies, foundations or individuals in South Africa? Or do you have great ideas to share with others in your field? Visit The Funding Site, powered by GreaterGood SA, and sign up for the monthly Funding Site Bulletin.
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