Fundraising for introverts

Many skill sets come along with being introverted, which can help make fundraising fun and easy. When addressing a challenge, those who are introverted tend to be more methodical and, as such, carefully consider the best approach. This is a great asset when fundraising as you are more likely to plan and execute an effective fundraiser.

Using online platforms, such as email, social media and crowdfunding websites, is a great way to create and promote fundraisers. Social media fundraising specifically, allows you to engage a broader audience and amplify your impact. For example, you can create a Facebook fundraiser with just a few clicks. Fundraising has never been simpler. 

It's helpful to tell a compelling story about what you are fundraising for and why it's important. And online platforms are a perfect venue to help you both develop your writing chops and share these stories. Storytelling can help people feel connected, which often elicits empathy and a desire to help others.

If in-person events don’t fall within your comfort zone, hosting a virtual event is a great way to fundraise for St. Jude. Consider assembling a webinar or some sort of visual presentation for your audience to showcase what you're fundraising for and then create a fundraising challenge or activity to keep your audience entertained and focused on the goal.

Teaming up with others is a great way to approach fundraising regardless of whether you are introverted, extroverted or somewhere in the middle. When you partner with others to meet a fundraising goal, work can be divided based on skill sets. Collaborative efforts also help to amplify your message, reaching even more potential donors.