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Top 10 Best Trivia Sites on the Net
Here is a list of of the 10 best trivia sites according to Taco Trivia Fundraising:
1. Fun Trivia - Lots of varieties of trivia questions and great if you are looking to play online.
2. 3 Streets Trivia - These guys have put alot of work in, and have Trivia Questions for every occassion.
3. Answer Blip - Very easy and fun way to find answers to specific questions.
4. Pub Quiz Help - I find this an interesting site, with a few helpful trivia questions and facts.
5. Trivia Champ - Got a helpful list of questions down the left hand side. Simple look to site.
6. Quiz Moz - Can quickly do your own trivia quizzes. Besides the occassional spelling error, it's a good trivia site.
7. Quiz.co.uk - Quite a funky site. Tries hard to make you pay for trivia questions, but otherwise good.
8. Moore Quiz - Good Trivia site - Have to register first though.
9. Bible Quizzes - Good site for Christians looking for a Trivia Site with specific Bible oriented questions.
10. Taco Trivia Fundraising - C'mon, you know this would make the top 10!
Well that's Taco Trivia Fundraising's Top 10 Trivia Sites on the Net. If you think you know a Trivia Site worthy of being on this top 10, comment here. This top 10 Trivia Site list is always up for adapting...
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What are the Seven Seas?
The Seven Seas are:
1. North Pacific Sea
2. South Pacific Sea
3. Indian Sea
4. Artic Sea
5. Antartic Sea
6. North Atlantic
7. South Atlantic
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Tips on How to Raise a Million Dollars
It would be arrogant to say that TacoTrivia Fundraising is anywhere near this million dollar target, but there are things we are learning on the way, that will help us to raise lots of money in the future.
Below are some tips that will help you move along the path towards million dollar fundraisers.
Tip 1 - Are you part of an existing network, if so leverage the influence of this network
If you are part of Scouting, for instance, then there are probably 100 Scouting Groups in a particular geographical area. If all those 100 Scouting groups work together, and run simultaneous fundraisers, you can raise a lot of money and raise a lot of profile. If those hundred Scouting Groups were able to raise $10,000 each, you have a million dollars.
A little simpistic sure, but here are some other tips to think about.
Tip 2 - Learn to network, build connections
If you are part of a business, there may be other businesses in other states. If you are in the right leadership position, you may have authority and ability to connect with other leaders. Network with these people. Send emails. Get to know them. Float ideas with each other. Skype each other. http://www.johnchow.com/ for instance is someone worth networking with. He'll show you how to make money online.
Tip 3 - Share the Vision
If you want to raise a million dollars you need a lot of vision. You need a cause that will have thousands of people supporting. Sending the Soccer team to Jamaica probably won't be a cause thousands will support. Eliminating Ovarian Cancer might though. Once you have the cause, let people catch onto it, especially those in your networks.
Tip 4 - Implement a Project Management Team
Now, to raise anywhere near a million dollars, you will need an influential, dynamic project management team, that will initiate the project/fundraiser and that will see it through to completion. Have CEO's of Businesses, well-known artists, Council leaders, on your project management team. In the first meeting, discuss the aim of the fundraiser or idea, and explore in depth the cause of what you are raising for, and some early thoughts on strategic direction.
Tip 5 - Launch off a large influential strategy
If the RSL have groups in most parts of the country, then have every one of those groups doing a Door-Knocking campaign, for example. With everyone working together, and the large vision being communicated at all times you are well on the way to raise lots of money.
Tip 6 - Leverage the influence of Media in all its forms
Well, it might be a Television campaign, or a large Twitter advertisement, Facebook, MySpace, Local Radio, WebAds, Newspapers, Billboards... There are lots of ways to advertise, promote and market your cause. To raise a million dollars, you probably need a fair bit of existing capital to start.
Feel free to comment and provide some advice to our readers on how to raise a million dollars.
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Did you know...?
1. "To be or not to be" was written by Shakespeare, from the play Hamlet.
2. Chickens live normally between 10-15 years old.
3. Michaelangelo lived to the impressive age of 88.
4. To 'cheese it' means to 'look out'
5. The Ghan is a passenger train which travels from the North of Australia (Darwin), south to Adelaide and back.
More did you know... to come.
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Which sex is better at trivia?
Is it the male sex? Or the female sex?
If a trivia night has a sport round, the male normally wins hands down. There always seems to be questions about Formula One, Holden or Ford, or NBA, or soccer and the like.
Now the female counterpart seems to nail the entertainment round. She's got the questions on Hannah Montana sorted out. She knows the stories of Britney Spears and Madonna, and which artist married which movie director.
So, the question on which sex is better at trivia... Well, maybe they are just as good as each other. Maybe the males and females need to work together, and they'll acheive more. I believe this is called synergy.
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Facts about South Africa - Geography Trivia
1. Which is the most common natural disaster in South Africa? Is it heavy flooding, prolonged droughts or powerful hurricanes?
(Prolonged Droughts)
2. Name the two oceans surrounding the bottom parts of South Africa?
(Indian Ocean & the South Atlantic Ocean)
3. Name atleast two of the countries that touch the border of South Africa.
(Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Swaziland, Lesotho)
4. Air polution in South Africa can cause what?
(Acid rain)
5. Chrissie, is the name of the largest what in South Africa?
(The largest lake)
6. What's the largest city in South Africa, population wise?
(Johannesburg)
7. Are there more blacks or whites in South Africa?
(Blacks - 79.3% of the population)
8. Which is the largest of the three capital cities of South Africa?
(Cape Town)
9. In 2005, 31% of pregnant South African women were found to be infected with what?
(HIV)
10. What is the main religion of South Africa?
(Christianity)
There you go. There's some Facts about South Africa.
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Fundraising Tip - How to paint street numbers
An easy fundraiser. Paint people's street numbers on their curb.
What products do you need?
* Stencil Cutouts for the numbers 0 - 9.
* A square stencil
* White reflective spray paint
* Black spray paint
- Paint the curb with a white square.
- Paint the inside with the appropriate numbers, using the black paint
- Charge $15 a house.
100 houses = $1,500 minus expenses of about $200 = $1,300. Not bad for a days work. Rally together some helpers. This could be a significant fundraiser.
There you go. Another fundraising tip - How to paint street numbers.
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Melbourne Cup Trivia Questions
1. Whats the distance of the Melbourne Cup Race in Kilometres?
(3.2 km)
2. What year has the Melbourne Cup been held since?
(1861)
3. Which horse holds the Melbourne Cup's fastest time, with 3 min 16.3 seconds?
(Kingston Rule)
4. The current Melbourne Cup Trophy is made up of how many pieces of gold?
(34)
5. How many horses raced in the first ever Melbourne Cup?
(17)
6. What year did Phar Lap win the Melbourne Cup?
(1930)
7. Which nationality horse won the 2006 Melbourne Cup?
(Japanese - Delta Blues)
8. What happened to the 1916 Melbourne Cup starting time?
(The race was postponed)
9. Makybe Diva has the most wins for a horse at the Melbourne Cup, being 3. What years did he win?
(2003, 2004, 2005)
10. Bobby Lewis and Harry White both hold the most wins by a jockey in the Melbourne Cup - How many did they both win?
(4)
11. What name for a particular meat, was the name of the horse that won the 1999 Melbourne Cup?
(Rogan Josh)
12. Tawrrific won the 1989 Melbourne Cup. Spell the horses name correctly.
(Tawrrific)
Well hope the Melbourne Cup celebrations go well for you. Don't drink too much, you might make a fool of yourself!
Movember - Fundraising Link
Check out: http://www.movemberfoundation.com/ and then click on what part of the world that you may be a part of.
Good marketing can produce good fundraising. This is creative and innovative and also gets the male population interested in fundraising!
Do you participate in Movember? Let us know. Comment below.
Christmas Trivia Questions and Answers
1. Jesus was born in what city?
(Bethlehem)
2. In the late 1800s German-American Thomas Nast is known for drawing and making popular which character?
(Santa Claus)
3. What is the first line of the second verse of Away in a Manger?
(The Cattle are lowing)
4. The first noel, the angels did say, was to __________ poor shepherds?
(Certain)
5. What is the second line of the second verse of Silent Night?
(Shepherds quake at the site
6. On the eleventh day of Christmas, what did my true love bring to me?
(Eleven pipers piping)
7. What is advent sunday? The first, second, third or fourth Sunday before Christmas?
(Fourth)
8. Who's well known for singng White Christmas?
(Bing Crosby)
9. What year did Cuba decide to reinstate Christmas because a Pope was coming to town?
(1997)
10. Which Scientist argued that the date of Christmas Day was chosen to correspond with the winter solstice?
(Sir Isaac Newton)
Hope you have an awesome Christmas! Hope these Trivia Questions and Answers help with the Trivia Fundraiser or Event you might be having. God bless.
Advertising at the Super Bowl Quiz
Well, the SuperBowl cost $2.6 Million to play a 30 second advertisement during the game. If you were in the States and you were watching. Take this quiz to see if you can remember who were the adverts. Was it worth the money?
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Harry Potter Trivia Questions and Answers
Here's some Children's Trivia Questions!
Harry Potter Trivia Questions and Answers
1. Harry Potter and Ron Weasley's female counterpart is who? [first name and last name]
(Hermoine Granger)
2. Who killed Harry Potter's parents?
(Lord Voldemort)
3. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's stone was released in what year?
(1997)
4. At what age does Harry Potter discover that he is a wizard?
(11 years old)
5. What is Hagrid's first name?
(Rubeus)
6. What is the name of J.K.Rowling's fourth Harry Potter novel?
(Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire)
7. In Harry Potter and the order of the Phoenix, the Ministry appoint who as the High Inquisitor of Hogwarts?
(Delores Umbridge)
8. In 2001 J.K. Rowling produced two books to raise money for which charity?
(Comic Relief)
9. In 1990, what was J.K.Rowling travelling on, when the idea of Harry Potter came into her mind?
(A Crowded Train)
10. How many other Billionaire Authors are alongside J.K.Rowling in terms of income from books?
(None)
To make a comment about Harry Potter, comment below. Hope you find these trivia questions useful, interesting and convenient!
Links: J.K.Rowling Site
Trivia Products - Trivia Products for your next fundraiser
At TACO Trivia we have a couple of things:
* TACO Trivia E-Booklet, selling for $4.95. This is a short booklet giving you some ideas on running a Trivia night. Click here.
* We sell badges for $1. (Well it's not for Trivia, but click here if it interests you).
Some other Trivia Products. Check out: www.triviadatabase.com They have things to purchase, and a whole heap more questions to consider than TACO Trivia.
At www.pubtriviaquiz.com you can get your hands on an answer sheet template and a free poster template, once you have logged in to their system. Worth looking at?
Do YOU have any Trivia Products worth spruiking? Comment here.
Do you have any fundraising links?
I like: www.mycause.com.au . It lets you set up your own fundraising page, and you can keep track of your fundraising goals. You simply get the word out and email all your friends and relatives. Make them donate!
www.Fundraisinglinks.com has a huge list of fundraising ideas.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the list of fundraising options? Hmm... do I have the option for you. We're selling Fundraising Badges. We have a set design of a few badges, which we sell for only $1 each. You then sell them off for $2. Click here.
Tell us your fundraising link.
Kermit the Frog
1. Kermit the frog was first introduced in what year?
(1955)
2. Kermit the frog was created by who?
(Jim Hensen)
3. What Kermit the frog's song was a hit in the movie, 'The Muppet Movie'?
(The rainbow connection)
4. Kermit was given an honourary doctorate of what on May 19th, 1996?
(Honourary Doctorate of Amphibious Letters)
5. True or Fale: Kermit the Frog has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?
(True)
Do you like Kermit the Frog? Which Jim Hensen puppet is your favourite? Comment below.
Random link: Check out: http://www.sillybus.net/
Robbie Williams
1. What is Robbie Williams full name?
(Robert Peter Williams)
2. What year was Robbie Williams born?
(1974)
3. In 2004 Robbie was conducted into what Hall of Fame?
(The UK Music Hall of Fame)
4. What popular band was Robbie Williams a singer and dancer in, early in his career?
(Take That)
5. Robbie William's greatest hits album was released in what year?
(2004)
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Fundraising Ideas - The Idea? Badges, Badges, Badges
Here's a fundraising idea for you...


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This fundraising idea is about selling Badges!! Cool looking, small badges that people wear all over their clothes. Young people love them. You buy the badges for $1 each, and sell the badges for $2. Fundraising never looked that easy. Above are some badge designs that we sell here at TACO Trivia Fundraising.
Buy some today. Or email us for a free badge, just to try it out: peter.brookshaw@aus.salvationarmy.org
Buy the Badges for $1 Each. Sell for $2.
That's a 100% profit.
Click here to go to our Fundraising Webstore.
BUY BADGE: $1.
SELL BADGE: $2
PROFIT: $1
Sell 500 badges and raise $500 for your school, club, organisation or church group. Fundraising just takes one good idea...
Fundraising Sites - Tips on raising money for your cause
Free fundraising Idea Centre is also full of ideas for your next fundraiser. Check it out here. They promote the idea of having a website made for you for free which sells magazine subscriptions and you receive 40% of the profit. The site claims that you should go for it, because most households have 2-3 magazine subscriptions already. Hmm... not sure about the accuracy of that, but it still could be worth a try.
Another Australian Fundraising Site is www.fundraisingdirectory.com.au. What about custom labelled water? I wonder whether this is more of a marketing strategy for companies, or whether this would actually be a viable fundraising strategy.
God bless you on your next fundraising initiative.