# How can we run a fundraiser with only a few volunteers?

Source: https://raised.nz/answers/how-to-run-a-fundraiser-with-few-volunteers
Reviewed: 2026-11-13

Choose a format with a workload your group can cover, then put orders or donations through one campaign link. A donation appeal avoids product fulfilment; a product fundraiser needs a supplier and collection team. Raised reduces manual collection of order information, but promotion, supplier decisions and event-day work still need owners.

## Which jobs can you simplify?

One online order page avoids combining several paper forms and message threads. Set clear prices, a closing date and collection instructions so families can find routine answers themselves.

Use a short product range or one collection window if it suits the supplier and your supporters. Fewer options can reduce packing mistakes, but only promise a collection arrangement your volunteers can staff.



## Which jobs still need someone?

Name who will answer queries, reconcile offline payments, submit the supplier order and supervise collection. For an athon, the school still plans and runs the activity and decides how progress is recorded.

If nobody can own these jobs, compare a managed provider or choose a simpler donation appeal. Software cannot replace unavailable event supervision or product storage.



## What is a workable handover?

Keep a shared run sheet with the deadline, supplier contact, collection plan and the person responsible for each job. Give access through the appropriate account controls rather than passing passwords around.

1. Choose one campaign and a short list of tasks.
2. Assign a lead and backup organiser.
3. Publish the questions families will ask most often.
4. Use reports instead of retyping order totals.
5. Close with a reconciliation and notes for the next volunteer.

## Related guidance

- [Choose the support model](https://raised.nz/answers/managed-fundraiser-or-self-service-platform)
- [Collection checklist](https://raised.nz/answers/how-to-organise-fundraiser-packing-and-collection)
- [Give colleagues account access](https://raised.nz/help/organisers/account-settings/adding-team-members)

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