Greater Giving

DECEMBER 16, 2024

However, fundraising isnt as simple as it seemsnumerous compliance considerations come along with soliciting funds and maintaining your organizations tax-exempt status. Robust fundraising software streamlines much more than fundraiser-specific tasks like item procurement for an auction or event ticketing for a gala.

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Greater Giving

MAY 17, 2024

It’s official, National Wine Day is May, 25th , but fundraising with wine can take place year round. Host an online fundraiser or auction event open to anyone Fill the bidding page with wine-themed baskets, wine accessories (glasses, decanters, barrel furniture), cases/bottles of wines donated from your board members’ cellars.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 24, 2023

How to boost your next fundraiser with a Wine Pull. What is a Wine Pull Fundraiser? A wine pull is a captivating auction game addition to your fundraising event that offers attendees the chance to contribute to your cause while also taking home a bottle of wine. Typically, wine pull tickets are priced around $25.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 19, 2023

When it comes to organizing a successful fundraising event, one key position often stands out—the Procurement Chair. Let’s delve into the responsibilities, strategies, and impact of the Procurement Chair in making your event a roaring success. Here’s a breakdown of the key responsibilities: 1.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Silent auctions are a classic go-to fundraising event, and for good reason. From large in-person events to casual virtual gatherings, fundraising silent auctions can generate much-needed revenue and strengthen donor relationships. Procure auction items. If this seems like a tall order, don’t fret! Determining the auction budget.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 25, 2024

How to make sure you have the right fundraising auction item descriptions to entice your guests to bid on them. Auctions are a popular event for nonprofits to put on their fundraising calendars , whether hosted as a standalone affair or part of a larger function, such as a charity gala. But how do you write a great description?

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Planning a fundraising auction can seem daunting, but with the right formulas, it’s easier than you think. Once you understand what’s required for a successful auction—one that meets or exceeds its revenue goal—you can confidently set your procurement goals and define your event budget. Let’s say your fundraising goal is $50,000.

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Candid

MAY 18, 2023

This in-kind donation allows nonprofits to promote their brand, programs, volunteer opportunities, and fundraisers online using the Google Ads platform. Taking advantage of this program can help you boost your organization’s visibility, build awareness of your nonprofit’s mission , and reach donors to support your fundraising efforts.

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CauseVox

MAY 16, 2022

You may be wondering, will adding fundraising tickets to the event just complicate things? Luckily, CauseVox is here to help you plan your next ticketed fundraising event. The first step when planning a fundraising event today is to decide on the format. Fundraising Calendar Template.

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Grant Professionals Association

JULY 18, 2023

When it comes to post-award grants management, a huge focus area (and an area ripe with single audit findings) is procurement. Procurement is the oversight process for ensuring compliance with applicable federal requirements related to subrecipient and contractual partnerships. First off, why is procurement so important?

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Sustainable fundraising is all about developing key, core practices within your organization that can be applied to several different events and initiatives so your team isn’t constantly feeling burned out and at capacity. This can lead to a higher average spend per attendee, which directly impacts your fundraising total.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 14, 2023

How to Secure Amazing Auction Items for School Fundraisers As school event planning committee members, you know that the success of your school fundraiser relies heavily on securing enticing auction items. To make your fundraiser truly remarkable, it’s essential to employ effective procurement strategies.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Boosting Auction Revenue: High-Yield Charity Auction Packages for Your Fundraising Event When planning a fundraising auction, the right charity auction packages can significantly boost your revenue, attract more bids, and create an unforgettable experience for your attendees. Here’s how to get started: 1.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

How to Host a Successful Bowling Tournament Fundraiser: Basics, Revenue Ideas, and Decor Themes Bowling tournaments offer an interactive way to bring your community together while raising funds for a meaningful cause. Some venues might even throw in discounts or extras for fundraisers, so don’t hesitate to ask.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

One of the greatest misconceptions about professional benefit auctioneers is that all of them suited for the nonprofit fundraising environment. But professional benefit auctioneers with nonprofit fundraiser experience offer more than that. The nonprofit fundraiser has a specific type of atmosphere. The Charity Event Experience.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 18, 2022

This simple auction game is a great way to boost revenue at your nonprofit fundraising event. The Paddle Drop isn’t a new fundraising idea, but it’s one Auction Game that many nonprofit fundraisers aren’t using to its full potential! Paddle Drops allow everyone at your event to participate in the fundraising.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Make It or Break It” is just one of the many fun, revenue-boosting auction ideas featured in our book of Proven Revenue Enhancers for Your Fundraiser. Procure two similar auction items and a consolation prize. Check out our Proven Revenue Enhancers for even more exciting auction games and fundraising boosters!

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Big Fundraising Ideas

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

How to Leverage Your School’s Website to Support Fundraising Use our best practices to turn your website into a powerful fundraising tool. However, fundraising for your school year-round comes with challenges, from effectively getting the word out about your events and campaigns to facilitating a smooth donation process online.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 30, 2024

As you navigate the world of fundraising, donor relationships, and program management, you’re bound to make a few mistakes—and that’s not a bad thing! We’ll walk through the process using the example of a capital campaign fundraising event —an important fundraising event for any nonprofit looking to grow its long-term fundraising capacity.

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Greater Giving

JULY 25, 2024

Gold Medal Fundraising: How to Create a World-Class Fundraising Event Just as athletes train rigorously for peak performance, nonprofits must meticulously plan months ahead of time to execute world-class fundraising events. Preparing for a World-Class Fundraising Event Practice makes perfect. What do you hope to achieve?

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Greater Giving

MARCH 14, 2023

It also happens to be one of the best fundraising opportunities for nonprofits. That’s because golf tournament fundraisers are a great way to raise money while building relationships with potential donors and volunteers. Fundraising golf tournaments are a great way to raise money for your nonprofit.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

Silent auctions are a classic go-to fundraising event—and for good reason. And, this type of fundraiser can be applied to all types of organizations and their audiences! You’ve come to the right place to learn more about how to plan a silent auction for fundraising. How Nonprofits Use Silent Auction Fundraising.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Masterful Marketing Strategies for Auction Success For nonprofit professionals planning auction fundraising events, the art of marketing your packages effectively can make or break your event’s success. Why Auction Packages Matter Auction events remain one of the most engaging and profitable fundraising strategies for nonprofits.

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Greater Giving

MAY 9, 2024

Webinar Recap: How to Engage Event Volunteers for Fundraising Success Samantha Swaim from Swaim Strategies joined us for a webinar on how to recruit, manage, and engage event volunteers. Board Members as Event Hosts Board members often aren’t sure how to engage and support fundraising events.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 20, 2024

In the session Revolutionizing Accounts Payable with FENXT: Automated Workflows and AI Advancements , Heather Johnson, Brad Bonham, and Regina Okonkwo will explore the comprehensive procure-to-pay processes already at your fingertips as well as their vision for the future.

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Greater Giving

JULY 2, 2024

Make it Make Cents: Challenging Conventional Fundraising Wisdom The first part in a two-part series about challenging conventional fundraising and focusing your efforts on making the most of your revenue potential. Knowing what you plan to achieve with your event is critical to holding a strong fundraiser. Who’s your audience?

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Greater Giving

JUNE 29, 2022

A comprehensive list of every different Fundraising Event Committee you’ll need for your gala- their roles and job descriptions. A successful event requires a lot of coordination, planning and effort from your Fundraising Event Committee. Auction Procurement Committee. Coordinating vendor set up and tear down.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2024

By personalizing your donation letters, your nonprofit can increase fundraising revenue and develop long-lasting supporter relationships. How do you write a fundraising letter? Donation request letter example 12 fundraising letter templates What is a donation request letter? Well cover: What is a donation request letter?

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Greater Giving

JULY 13, 2022

Getting donations for your nonprofit fundraising can feel overwhelming. Use our 6-step plan to get auction item donations for your next fundraiser. You’ve got a fundraising event to plan , and it’s going to be a big one. You’re trying to figure out how to get auction items donated for your nonprofit fundraiser.

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Greater Giving

JULY 5, 2023

Board of Directors: A Catalyst for Fundraising Success The survey highlighted the significant influence of the board of directors on fundraising activities , with a staggering 88% of respondents acknowledging their impact. These findings emphasize the importance of engaging board members as ambassadors for fundraising initiatives.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 1, 2024

Deep Dive: How to Write An Auction Item Donation Request Letter Procuring auction items can be a daunting task, even if you have a dedicated procurement chair. Add in your own information to customize your auction item donation request letter to your nonprofit organization and fundraising event.

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

If you lead a nonprofit, you know how important your fundraising events are. A fundraising event is the best way to engage with donors, garner support for your mission, and meet your revenue targets. But one question you might find yourself frequently asking is “What kind of fundraising event should we host next?”.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 23, 2022

We get lots of questions about the best way to delegate the work leading up to a big fundraising event. Not sure where to start with planning your fundraising event? The chairs of each of these committees form your overall fundraising event committee , responsible for seeing the event through from start to finish.

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DoJiggy

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

If your nonprofit is searching for a unique, engaging, and entertaining way to raise money, look no further than a wine pull fundraiser. In this blog, we’ll explore what a wine pull fundraiser is, offer seven simple steps to plan one, and provide some great ideas to enhance the success of your wine fundraising event.

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Qgiv

APRIL 10, 2021

For nonprofits, one thing is certain: securing sponsorships with allies in the for-profit world is one of the most important steps you can take on the path to reaching your fundraising goals. Not only that, but if you miss out on tapping into a sponsor’s audience of potential givers, you’re even less likely to find fundraising success.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 21, 2024

As you begin planning your silent auction, you may think you have everything you need: you’ve procured enticing items , set up a simple bidding system, and printed invitations to send out for your event. What we love about Qgiv by Bloomerang Combining Bloomerang and Qgiv allows for a comprehensive approach to fundraising.

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DonorSnap

MARCH 28, 2024

You will often need volunteers to help with event planning, procuring auction items , and helping run your event. Invest in Auction Software Auctions make a great addition to your nonprofit events and can boost fundraising to the next level. Read more about securing event sponsors here.

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