Between running events, replying to emails, managing volunteers, and chasing donations, who has time to craft the perfect Instagram caption?

Let’s be real asking for donations is tough. You’ve poured your heart into your cause, shared the link everywhere, and yet… crickets. It’s frustrating, especially when you know how much impact just a few donations could make.

At Donatefy, we’ve seen what works—and what doesn’t. To help you launch with confidence, we’re sharing some of the most common mistakes new fundraisers make (and how to steer clear of them).