Cash for Non-Profits

Non profits on a shoe string budget are often looking for ways to save money.  If you’re not familiar with “open source software”, it’s a great way to make your buck go further.  Open source software, including firefox / mozilla, open office, and linux are all free alternatives to software packages, including Microsoft Office / Microsoft XP.  Google words like “freeware, open source” or best free software fro Microsoft.  And, if you haven’t already be there, be sure to check out Techsoup.com to see what kind of discounts you can qualify for on software updates and purcahses. 

Tags: computer advice

Ever think of having a cel phone drive? Maybe you want to find a home for those old ipods, computers or other gadgets lying around the house.  You can earn cash for your non-profit through a company called  Gazelle.com

There’s more than one recycling program out there, but we recommend Gazelle. Try it today!

Tags: fund-raising

Your volunteer hours may be worth more to you than you think! Did you know that many large corporations have donation and volunteer hour match policies? Call local businesses and the employers or your volunteers and find out their policies - you may even convince a business to start a trend! Make posters remind your volunteers to fill out the paperwork. Imagine if every $50 membership fee or 50 hours volunteered turned into a $100 or $500 check. Note: You may need to provide evidence of non-profit status and sign off on volunteer hours.