TapKat Success Snapshot: Backcountry Discovery Routes
Membership-based nonprofit organizations have a built-in advantage with TapKat sweepstakes fundraising – their members! Selecting a prize that resonates with their members’ interests is clear-cut. And the organizations can promote the sweepstakes directly to their membership without the need for outside marketing channels.
TapKat Success Snapshot: AIARE
Sponsorships can boost a nonprofit’s sweepstakes tremendously. And it’s a win-win: the nonprofit raises more funds and awareness, plus the sponsor has an opportunity to give back to the community and elevate their brand.
It's Not Too Early to Start Planning Your Next TapKat Sweepstakes
Bust out the planners and to-do lists! Now is the perfect time to get your ducks in a row for a successful 2023 TapKat sweepstakes.
TapKat Success Snapshot: New Jersey Audubon
How New Jersey Audubon successfully combines TapKat sweepstakes with their live annual events, increasing both fundraising success and event attendance.
TapKat Success Snapshot: The Shelby American Collection
The Shelby American Collection, a small nonprofit museum, has grown their donor base from 800 to 45,000, and now raises over $1,000,000 annually with TapKat sweepstakes fundraising.
How to Use Holiday-Themed Promotions for Your TapKat Sweepstakes
It’s important to reach out to your donor base consistently while your sweepstakes is live (we recommend sending out a dedicated email at least once per month). Sometimes, nonprofits start to feel like they’re sending the same message over and over — so here are some ideas to take advantage of the holiday season to liven up your messaging!
TapKat Success Story: How the Sprint Car Hall of Fame Raised $723,750
In 2021, The National Sprint Car Hall of Fame Museum ran their third TapKat sweepstakes and raised a whopping $723,750. We sat down with Bob Baker to find out just how he and his team accomplished this, and what it means for the nonprofit.
Can Small and New Nonprofits Raise Money with TapKat Sweepstakes Fundraisers?
Sometimes small or young nonprofits look at the big numbers raised via TapKat sweepstakes by more established nonprofits and wonder, “But could it work for me?” The answer is yes, but today, let’s look at exactly why. Small and young nonprofits: today’s post is just for you!
Sweepstakes vs. Raffles: Which is the Right Fundraising Strategy for You?
Do you know the difference between a sweepstakes and a raffle? In today’s post, let’s explore the differences so you can make an informed decision about which tool is best for your fundraising efforts.
How to Market and Promote a TapKat Sweepstakes with Social Media
It’s all about the numbers – the more people who know about your TapKat sweepstakes, the more donations you’ll receive, and the more successful your overall campaign will be. Check out our best strategies for marketing your sweepstakes over social media.
How to Put Together a Successful Email Marketing Campaign for Your TapKat Sweepstakes
Email marketing to your donor base is extremely impactful in terms of raising money for your TapKat sweepstakes. Never underestimate the power of a targeted, timely email! Today, we’ll take a look at how to structure your email marketing campaign to get the most bang for your buck.
TapKat Success Story: The American Heritage Museum
What if you could raise over $100,000 for your nonprofit this year? Learn how The American Heritage Museum in Stow, Massachusetts did just that, using a TapKat sweepstakes as a catalyst to inspire people to donate.
Visuals Tell the Story: How Great Photos of Your Prize Will Build Buzz and Generate Donations
Images don’t just show the audience what the prize is, they tell a story about how your winner will feel when they take it home. Read more to learn how to pick the best images for your sweepstakes!
Museums and Zoos: Converting Foot Traffic into Donors with Sweepstakes
Did you know a fundraising sweepstakes can help convert your nonprofit's foot traffic into active donors? Your foot traffic may be a robust revenue stream for your nonprofit!
Cash Flow to Help Your Museum Get Through the Shutdown
Nonprofit museums are really in a squeeze to continue to serve their communities and somehow raise money in the face of economic turbulence.
Fundraising – From a Distance
Keep calm, keep washing your hands and, please, keep your distance! All of us are scrambling to deal with the coronavirus emergency, but we know that nonprofits are particularly hard hit. Everything is shutting down while the needs of the people you serve are growing.
3 Tools for Online Fundraising - Especially if You’ve had to Cancel or Reschedule Your Event!
Many nonprofits are cancelling events due to the Coronavirus. Read this article for three online fundraising tools to keep in mind for supplementing the lost income.
Case Study: Museum Raises $533,950 with a TapKat Sweepstakes!
How a tiny nonprofit grew their base from 800 non-donating followers to over 20,437 highly motivated donors in just four years.
How to Choose the Best Prize for Your TapKat Sweepstakes
When TapKat starts working with a nonprofit, we focus primarily on the goals for the campaign and what sort of prize might be the best match to meet those goals.
How Long Should I Run My TapKat Sweepstakes Fundraiser?
The broad response would be a couple of months if your goal is to raise under $50,000 and up to a year if your goal is to raise more than this. Keep reading for tips on determining the length.