How to raise £50K in 5 steps using Crowdfunder

For charities, community groups, and profit-with-purpose organisations, raising £50,000 might sound ambitious—but with the right strategy and tools, it’s completely achievable. The key? Diversifying how you fundraise and using Crowdfunder’s full range of features to create a rolling campaign plan that builds momentum all year long.

If you’re ready to move beyond one-off appeals and start thinking bigger, here are five smart, scalable ways to fundraise on Crowdfunder—based on tried-and-tested approaches that have helped real projects raise tens of thousands of pounds.

1. Run a Core Crowdfunder Campaign

Start strong with a traditional donation or rewards-based campaign. This is your launchpad—where you build your crowd, tell your story, and raise a significant chunk of your target. Whether you’re offering branded merch, experiences, or just heartfelt thanks, rewards are a great way to inspire larger donations and show appreciation to your supporters.

2. Unlock +Extra Funding

One of the most powerful features on Crowdfunder is access to +Extra funding from partners like Aviva, Sport England, and local authorities. If you’re eligible, this funding can double—or even triple—what your crowd gives. And it works: projects that offer match funding see significantly higher donation values and conversion rates.

3. Get Creative with Prize Draws

Prize draws are a fun, high-engagement way to raise funds—and you can run multiple throughout the year. With a low barrier to entry (e.g. £5 per ticket) and exciting, attention-grabbing prizes, they’re ideal for reaching new audiences. Many organisations now use prize draws to generate regular fundraising spikes without exhausting their core donor base.

4. Mobilise Your Supporters to Fundraise

You don’t have to do all the fundraising yourself. With Crowdfunder, you can invite supporters to create their own fundraising pages that feed directly into your main campaign total. Think fun runs, challenges, bake-offs, or birthday donations—whatever fits your community. It’s a great way to expand your reach and bring new energy into your campaign.

5. Set Up Regular Donations and “Always On” Giving

Once your initial campaign wraps up, keep the momentum going. Crowdfunder allows you to switch into an “always on” mode, accepting ongoing one-off or monthly donations year-round. Combined with regular updates and mini-campaign bursts, this creates a sustainable income stream that supports your organisation long after the main appeal ends.

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Start Raising Smarter Today

Ready to build a fundraising strategy that works across the whole year? Crowdfunder gives you all the tools, support, and flexibility you need to raise £50K—and beyond.

Looking for more inspiration? Watch the full webinar here, or sign up for one of our future webinars or Ask The Experts sessions at our Crowdfunder Learn Hub

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