Create a fundraising campaign on FundRazr for yourself, your loved ones, or your community to help with wildfire relief. Your campaign on FundRazr is a fast, effective, and secure way for people to offer their support. Learn how to quickly start a wildfire relief fundraising campaign and follow our best practices.
What to know before starting your wildfire relief fundraising campaign
- FundRazr is a user-friendly digital fundraising platform where you can create and launch your campaign in minutes
- You can run a fundraiser for yourself or on behalf of your friends, family, or community
- Creating a campaign on FundRazr is completely free, with 0% platform fee
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5 quick fundraising tips for wildfire relief
1. Include names of the people you are fundraising for in your campaign title
A good title can make your campaign stand out. Identify your cause, ask for help, and use a personal tone. You can include:
- The name of the person, or group that needs help (an animal sanctuary, your parents, a community, etc.)
- A call to action (“Help fund…”)
- A personal connection, detail, or tone (e.g. “Please help James and his family rebuild their home after the wildfire.”)
2. Feature a photo of the individuals or group
With their permission, use a photo of the person or family you’re supporting as the main image for your fundraiser. This can help people recognize them and encourage donations. If photos of the fire or property damage are not yet available, you can add them later in the campaign description or updates.
3. Provide key details in the fundraising campaign description
Keep the campaign description concise but include key information such as:
- The specific wildfire that caused the damage.
- What happened and the current situation.
- The intended use of the funds and specific needs.
If you’re raising funds for someone else, you should mention your relationship to them (e.g., coworker, sibling, or friend).
4. Set a tangible fundraising goal
Just like a deadline, goals provide valuable information to your supporters. While there are cases where goals may not be necessary, we’d argue that disaster relief campaigns require a goal to be successful. Otherwise, how would you define success?
Ensure your goal is SMART – specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time-bound. You want to have enough to fund your campaign; however, a too-high goal can discourage supporters, especially if they only have a small amount to give.
Estimate initial costs for essentials like housing and rebuilding, and set a starting goal that you can adjust later if needed. For example, you might start with a goal between $1,000 and $15,000 to encourage early momentum. Using FundRazr’s suggested goal can also simplify the process.
5. Share your campaign with your ‘first tier’ crowd
Your ‘first tier’ are those people you’re deeply connected with, such as close friends and family.
The goal here is to raise as many funds as possible on the first day your campaign launches. Before posting your campaign on social media, share it with two or three close friends or family members and ask for their support. Early contributions can create momentum and inspire confidence in other potential donors.
