AVENUES FOR HOPE ACCELERATOR

BUILD YOUR BEST CAMPAIGN YET

It’s the most wonderful (and stressful) time of the year!

We know how impactful Avenues for Hope is for your mission. We also know this annual campaign is stressful and leads to missing out on valuable time with your family and friends during the holidays.

This year, let us help you accomplish your goals with clarity, joy, and ease.

We’ve led 40+ successful fundraising campaigns, including several record-breaking AFH campaigns.

Garrett (G) CFRE & PMP

With a firm belief that everyone deserves a safe place to live, Garrett’s career is centered on helping housing nonprofits share and fuel their missions. He has successfully managed multiple AFH campaigns and has worked with organizations including CATCH, Jesse Tree, and Family Promise of North Idaho.

Amethyst (Am)

Amethyst is a storyteller. She has successfully created, led, and managed communication campaigns for major organizations like Washington State University. She believes in sharing stories that uplift and inspire. With a background in both communication and psychology, she uses her experience to tell stories that move people to act.

We’re taking what we’ve learned and helping you build your best campaign yet.

Apply to be one of a select few nonprofits partnering with People First for this year’s campaign.

Timeline:

Step 1. Schedule your FREE 30 minute introductory call to learn more about how we will maximize your impact this holiday season.

Step 2. Apply by September 27. Applicants will be notified by September 30.

Step 3. Begin your work with People First in October.

Step 4. Launch your best AFH campaign yet!

How it works...

  • Regular Campaign Updates

    We’ll provide regular updates about progress, prizes, and action items for your campaign team.

  • Engagement Forms

    We’ll create clear and concise forms to collect engagement expectations from your supporters.

  • Co-Creation of Strategic Plan

    We’ll work together to identify your key goals and create a plan that empowers your team to achieve them.

  • Outreach Toolkit

    We’ll create a digital toolkit for your supporters to share their excitement about your campaign.

  • Social Media Posting

    We’ll create social media collateral that will encourage engagement with your AFH campaign.

  • Campaign Landing Page

    We’ll create a well-crafted AFH landing page designed to convert visitors to supporters.

  • Strategic E-Blasts

    We’ll create curated messaging designed to inspire action in your already existing supporters.

  • Weekly Action Meetings

    Weekly Action Meetings

    We’ll schedule regular check-ins to help keep you on track to maximize your AFH campaign.

APPLY TO PARTNER WITH US

“In 2022, CATCH’s Avenues for Hope campaign raised nearly $300,000 - landing our organization at the top of the leaderboard for both amount and number of donors. This success was in large part due to Garrett’s efforts as Director of Development. He understands the ins and outs of fundraising and has a true passion for ending homelessness.”

- Stephanie Day, CATCH Executive Director

“People First surpassed my expectations. With their help, we strengthened our existing efforts and had both the courage and support to try new things. We have done Avenues for Hope for over ten years, and ultimately People First crafted and managed our best campaign yet, raising nearly $50,000 to help us end local homelessness!"

- Cindy Wood, Family Promise of North Idaho Executive Director

Clarity is Kind.

Here are the details up front so you can make the best decision for your organization.

The Avenues for Hope Accelerator Package is a three-month partnership with People First and a total investment of $6,985.

  • October: $1,995

  • November: $1,995

  • December: $2,995

10% of all giving happens on the last three days of the year*

We’re partnering with a limited number of nonprofits to help them create their own record-breaking campaigns. Leverage this end of the year campaign to fuel your mission.

*Double the Donation, 2024

In 2023, Avenues for Hope saw…

  • 97 Organizations participate

  • 5,561 Donors support causes they care about

  • $160,000+ in Cash Prizes distributed to participating organizations

  • Over $3 million raised!

Make this year’s AFH Campaign the best one yet!