How to Prep for Summer Fundraising Without Burning Out
Summer is just around the corner—and while it brings sunshine and community spirit, it can also bring a lot of stress for nonprofit leaders. Fundraising doesn’t stop just because the pace of life slows down. In fact, planning for summer success often begins now, in May.
If you’re already feeling stretched thin, don’t worry. With the right tools (and support), you can prepare your summer fundraising without running yourself ragged. Here’s how to make it happen—with help from Flipcause.
Why Summer Fundraising Feels Like a Balancing Act
Let’s be real: summer presents unique challenges for nonprofits.
- Staff and volunteers take time off
- Donor engagement can dip
- Events shift outdoors or go virtual
- You still have goals to meet (with less time and energy)
It’s tempting to put planning on hold until fall—but doing a little prep work now can keep you on track and save your team a whole lot of stress.
3 Campaign Ideas You Can Start Planning Now
The good news? Summer fundraising doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are three simple, seasonal campaigns that resonate with supporters—and how Flipcause makes them easier:
1. Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Challenge
Let your community become your ambassadors. Flipcause makes it easy to set up customizable peer-to-peer pages that connect directly to your campaign and reporting tools.
2. Summer Donation Drive
Whether it’s backpacks for kids, meals for seniors, or supplies for your programs, Flipcause donation forms are mobile-friendly, branded to your nonprofit, and set up by our team—no tech skills required.
3. Virtual or Hybrid Events
From online auctions to in-person gatherings, you can manage RSVPs, accept payments, and check guests in using Flipcause LIVE—all while you’re on the go.
Avoid Burnout with Concierge-Level Support
You don’t have to do it all alone. Flipcause’s Concierge Services are like having an extra team member (minus the overhead).
Here’s what you can offload to us:
- Custom campaign setup: Tell us your idea—we’ll build the pages.
- Ongoing website updates: Need to post a new event or change donation options? Just send a request.
- Report preparation: We’ll organize your data so it’s presentation-ready for funders or your board.
You focus on your mission. We’ll handle the tech.
Stay Flexible with Flipcause LIVE
Taking a few days off? Supporting an event remotely? No problem.
The Flipcause LIVE mobile app helps you stay connected from anywhere:
- Accept Tap to Pay donations from your phone.
- Check in guests or volunteers with one tap.
- View campaign activity and donor info on the go.
- Get real-time help with in-app chat support.
Whether you’re at your desk or in the middle of a community event, your fundraising tools stay in your pocket—and in sync.
Pro Tips: Delegating Without Micromanaging
Worried about handing things off? Try this:
- Assign roles in advance—who handles check-ins, payments, or follow-up?
- Use shared access in Flipcause so team members can manage the same campaign without confusion.
- Train staff or volunteers using one campaign walk-through (Flipcause makes it intuitive enough for anyone to pick up quickly).
- Keep support in your back pocket with our unlimited human support—yes, even mid-campaign.
Let This Summer Be the Season of Smart, Sustainable Fundraising
It’s time to shift the mindset from “push through” to “plan smart.” With Flipcause, you’re not just getting software—you’re getting a support system that works with you, not against you.
Want to hit your summer goals without burning out?
Let Flipcause do the heavy lifting so you can focus on what matters most.
