Kindersolbad x FundraisingBox: How Fundraising Campaigns Fulfill the Wishes of Children and Young People
Children should laugh, dream, and enjoy carefree moments. Unfortunately, not all young people are granted a worry-free childhood. In Heilbronn, the Kindersolbad provides protection, support, and above all, hope to children and adolescents in difficult life situations. To help fulfill the wishes of these children and teenagers, the Kindersolbad launched the “Wish List” initiative. With the help of FundraisingBox’s campaign tool, they successfully created a creative digital fundraising campaign that emotionally resonates with donors.
Kindersolbad: A Light in the Lives of Young People and Their Families
The mission of Kindersolbad is clear: to bring light into the lives of young people. Through a broad network of outpatient, semi-residential, and residential support services, Kindersolbad creates spaces where children and their families receive assistance and develop perspectives for a better future.
The Kindersolbad team prioritizes ensuring that the children not only find safety and structure but also experience moments of joy and community. Memorable experiences, such as group excursions or special events, foster a sense of normalcy and belonging—crucial elements for healthy development. Notable examples of such experiences include a trip to the Tripsdrill amusement park and the Winter Market.
A Group Trip to the Tripsdrill Amusement Park
Kindersolbad also fulfills larger wishes: a significant highlight was the group trip to the Tripsdrill amusement park. Thanks to generous donations, 60 children and 15 caregivers enjoyed an unforgettable day in June. The children rode roller coasters, laughed, and marveled—a day filled with adventure and togetherness.
The Winter Market: Experiencing Participation
Another highlight is the Winter Market at Kindersolbad. This event was initiated by the Children and Youth Council, highlighting the importance of participation. The children plan, craft, and organize the market themselves, funded by donations.
The Winter Market provides a space where young people can express their creativity. At the same time, it strengthens the sense of community and demonstrates the value of allowing children to realize their ideas.
Use Case: Fulfilling Wishes through Fundraising Campaigns and AI-Generated Images
With the campaign “Christmas Angels Wanted,” Kindersolbad aims to fulfill the heartfelt wishes of the children and teenagers in their residential groups. Each group compiles a wish list, which donors can contribute to. Every donation helps fulfill more wishes from the list.
An Emotional Donor Experience with the Fundraising Campaign Tool
This year, the organization took a bold step by embracing digital support: the FundraisingBox campaign tool now makes donating easier for everyone online. Each residential group has its own campaign with a wish list, a donation goal, and the option to leave comments. Individual wishes can be specified as the purpose of the donation, and partial contributions are also possible.
The combination of an emotional and tangible purpose for donations with digital support from the campaign tool makes a significant difference. Kindersolbad demonstrates that modern approaches to fundraising are not only possible but also successful.
Imaginative AI-Generated Images as a Support Tool
The images of the heartfelt wishes were generated using artificial intelligence. This resulted in a visual representation of dreams that not only sparks the imagination but also touches the hearts of donors.
The response to this campaign was overwhelming: many “Christmas Angels” found their way to Kindersolbad, showcasing the immense willingness to help. Each fulfilled gift brought smiles to the children’s faces, making the holiday season an unforgettable time.
Feel free to take a look at Kindersolbad’s wish list and help fulfill heartfelt wishes if you’d like.
Kindersolbad x FundraisingBox: A Behind-the-Scenes Look
When the features of their old fundraising tool no longer met their needs, Kindersolbad’s management began searching for a new solution. They recognized that the ability to collect online donations would become increasingly important in the future, and a more comprehensive tool for managing and generating donations was necessary. That’s how they discovered FundraisingBox.
The transition to FundraisingBox went smoothly, partly because our contact persons at Kindersolbad had a clear vision of what they wanted. The goal was to integrate FundraisingBox before the old fundraising tool was deactivated—without losing any donation data. With our support, they successfully set up and integrated FundraisingBox on their website in time.
Key FundraisingBox Features Used by Kindersolbad:
- Donation Forms: The donation forms are permanently embedded on the website, making it easy for supporters to donate online—especially during the crucial Christmas season.
- Fundraising Campaigns: With the campaign tool, they bring the wishes of their children and teenagers online, creating an engaging donation experience.
- CRM: The central contact management system helps them stay organized without constantly updating Excel spreadsheets.
- Bank Sync: Bank Sync ensures that the team always has an overview of donations directly received in their bank account. This allows for digital management of wire transfer donations and personalized thank-yous for all donors.
- Donation Receipts: Creating donation receipts directly in FundraisingBox reduces the manual workload for staff significantly.
- Workflows: Setting up tasks to maintain long-term donor relationships eases their daily work.
- Support & Help Center: The extensive Help Center, with its numerous articles and videos, was a great support during the system transition.
