Decide if you want to solicit funds face-to-face, through mailers, by phone, online, through special events, or through a combination of these.

Give yourself and increase your level of giving with the board members.

Cultivate existing relationships. Start by inviting them to attend an organizational meeting or event.

Consider establishing a partnership with a local corporation. Determine what your organization might be able to offer the company, then contact their marketing department.

Solicit donations of equipment and supplies from local companies. Even food or t-shirt can be obtained for small events.

Solicit small businesses, churches, synagogues, or service clubs for gifts of $100 or more.

Solicit large corporations for philanthropic funds through their public relations department.

Consider hosting special events. Considerable expenses are involved, and profits may be minimal, but events generate visibility and name recognition.

Contact all local media before your special event. Advertise as much as you can.