definition fundraiser
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Fundraisingupdate A fundraiser is an event or campaign whose primary purpose is to raise money for a cause, charity or non-profit organization. Fundraisers often benefit charitable, non-profit, religious, or non-governmental organizations, though there are also fundraisers that benefit for-profit companies and individuals.
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campaign campaign (kæmˈpeɪn) n 1. (Government, Politics & Diplomacy) a series of coordinated activities, such as public speaking and demonstrating, designed to achieve a social, political, or commercial goal: a presidential campaign; an advertising campaign.
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Fundraising or Fund Development - What's the Difference? The terms fundraising and fund development are bantered about almost interchangeably. But, there is a difference. Here's my attempt at an explanation. Fundraising is probably the easiest of the two terms to define. It is activity that is conducted with the intention of raising money for a nonprofit organization or charity.
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LOOKING BACKWARD DEFINITION of 'Nonprofit Organization'. A business entity that is granted tax-exempt status by the Internal Revenue Service. Donations to a nonprofit organization are often tax deductible to the individuals and businesses making the contributions. Nonprofit organizations must disclose a great deal of financial and operating information to the public, so that donors can ensure their contributions are used effectively.
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DEFINITION of 'Philanthropy' DEFINITION of 'Philanthropy'. Philanthropy involves charitable giving to human causes on a large scale. Philanthropy must be more than just a charitable donation. It is an effort an individual or organization undertakes based on an altruistic desire to improve human welfare. Wealthy individuals sometimes establish foundations to facilitate their philanthropic efforts.
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Foundation (nonprofit) See also: Private foundation. A foundation (also a charitable foundation) is a legal categorization of nonprofit organizations that will typically either donate funds and support to other organizations, or provide the source of funding for its own charitable purposes.
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- Define benefactor. benefactor synonyms, benefactor pronunciation, benefactor translation, English dictionary definition of benefactor. n. One that gives aid, especially financial aid. n a person who supports or helps a person, institution, etc, esp by giving money; patron ˈbeneˌfactress fem...
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philanthropy philanthropy. 1  altruistic concern for human welfare and advancement, usually manifested by donations of money, property, or work to needy persons, by endowment of institutions of learning and hospitals, and by generosity to other socially useful purposes. the activity of donating to such persons or purposes in this way: to devote one's later years to philanthropy.
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- The action of the verb fund. funding (Noun) Money provided as funds. The council is providing funding to the church to repair the roof.
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- fund-raise. 1  to collect by fund-raising: The charity needs to fund-raise more than a million dollars. 2  to engage in fund-raising.
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How Long Does A Dog Stay In Heat? If you are interested in breeding your dog, here are some suggested methods that breeders use. 1  Breed every 48 hours from first acceptance until she refuses to “stand”. 2  Breed two or three times with a gap of 48 hours between breedings. 3  Breed on specific days, eg. Days 11 (from first sign of heat) and 13 or 12 and 14.
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philanthropy 1. altruistic concern for human beings, esp. as manifested by donations of money, property, or work to needy persons or to institutions advancing human welfare. 2. a philanthropic act or donation. 3. a philanthropic institution. [1600–10; earlier philanthropia < Late Latin < Greek philanthrōpía love for mankind.
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- Philanthropist redirects here. For other uses, see Philanthropist (disambiguation). Philanthropy (from Greek φιλανθρωπία) means etymologically, the love of humanity, in the sense of caring, nourishing, developing, and enhancing what it means to be human.
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donor Definition of donor. 1  1 : one that gives, donates, or presents something. 2  2 : one used as a source of biological material (such as blood or an organ)
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Fundraisingupdate A fundraiser is an event or campaign whose primary purpose is to raise money for a cause, charity or non-profit organization. Fundraisers often benefit charitable, non-profit, religious, or non-governmental organizations, though there are also fundraisers that benefit for-profit companies and individuals. One specific type of event is the ad book fundraiser, where those who wish to give funds to a the fundraising group do so through the sponsorship or statement within a book of advertisements.
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Are Nonprofit Raffle Ticket Donations Tax Deductible? A raffle is a method of distributing prizes among people who have paid for a chance to win a prize, generally determined by drawing tickets. A raffle is considered a form of lottery or gambling by the Internal Revenue Service. As a result, there are a number of restrictions and reporting requirements on all raffles. An online raffle brings additional obstacles for nonprofit organizations, particularly because online gambling is illegal in many states.
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fund-raiser or fundraiser. 1. a person who solicits contributions or pledges. 2. a fund-raiser to aid the campaign of the Senate candidate.
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charity Definition of charity for English Language Learners. : the act of giving money, food, or other kinds of help to people who are poor, sick, etc.; also : something (such as money or food) that is given to people who are poor, sick, etc. : an organization that helps people who are poor, sick, etc.
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Definition of 'philanthropy' uncountable noun. Philanthropy is the giving of money to people who need it, without wanting anything in return. ...a retired banker well known for his philanthropy. Synonyms: humanitarianism, charity, generosity, patronage More Synonyms of philanthropy.
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- campaign finance refers to all funds raised in order to promote candidates political parties or policies in elections referendums initiatives party activities and party organizations the funds could also detract from the opponents of the aboveampaign finance refers to all funds raised in order to promote candidates political parties or policies in elections referendums initiatives party activities and party organizations the funds could also detract from the opponents of the above
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campaign campaign. 1  a series of military operations with a particular objective in a war. 2  a series of organized, planned actions for a particular purpose, as for electing a candidate.
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charitable donation charitable donation. Any contribution that a company makes to charities, education, science, arts, literacy, religion, etc. The cost of the contribution may be deducted from the company's adjusted gross income. Donations save companies money in taxes.
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charity charity - an activity or gift that benefits the public at large. giving, gift - the act of giving. handout - giving money or food or clothing to a needy person. zakat - the fourth pillar of Islam is almsgiving as an act of worship; the zakat is earmarked for the poor and disabled.
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Charities Organizations created for the purpose of philanthropic rather than pecuniary pursuits. A charity is a group designed to benefit society or a specific group of people. Its purpose may be educational, humanitarian, or religious. A charity goes beyond giving relief to the indigent, extending to the promotion of happiness and the support of many worthy causes. The law favors charities because they promote goodwill and lessen the government's burdens.
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- The definition of charitable is being kind, forgiving and generous and helping those in need. An example of charitable is someone who volunteers at a soup kitchen; a charitable person. charitable. charitable.
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philanthropy The effort or inclination to increase the well-being of humankind, as by charitable aid or donations. 2. Love of humankind in general. 3. Something, such as an activity or institution, intended to promote human welfare.