Is Crowdfunding Right for your Nonprofit?

Posted by La Salle University on April 11, 2016

Date and Time: May 3rd, 2016 – 12:00 pm to 01:30 pm

One of the most visible ways that social media and the Internet have impacted fundraising is through the popularity of crowdfunding, raising small gifts from large numbers of people. It’s easy to get carried along in all the buzz without really evaluating if this tool is right for you. Does it fit with your mission? How do you weigh the costs and benefits? How do you apply the rules of stewardship that are compatible with your overall development strategy?

After an introduction to the concept, this 90-minute e-learning session will help you determine if crowdfunding is a viable option for your organization, and review the ins-and outs of the most popular websites. Find out about the possibilities of putting the ability to support a cause into the hands of virtually anyone, encouraging people to connect with your organization, and inspiring others to do the same.

http://www.lasallenonprofitcenter.org/courses/fundraising-2/crowdfunding-right-nonprofit/