Greater Giving

JANUARY 30, 2024

When I started my nonprofit fundraising career a decade ago, all I knew were spreadsheets, paper bid sheets, and manually charging sales for each guest at a fundraising event. I’ve had a few teams ask if they should be entering their donor information into both their donor software and Greater Giving pre-event.

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DoJiggy

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Custom event tickets are essential for many events, as they facilitate entry and represent your brand and mission. Compelling images and text can inspire excitement for the event and create a lasting souvenir for your supporters. With DoJiggy, printing custom event tickets has never been easier or faster.

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CauseVox

JUNE 28, 2021

That’s why you should try incorporating more events into your charity’s annual fundraising plan. Charity events don’t just raise money for your charity, they also help to engage your supporters and bring publicity to your cause. There’s no time like the present to get started planning your next event. Livestream Event.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Picture this: You’re about to hold the fundraising event of a lifetime. Plus, your registrants aren’t getting the information they need to learn about your event. Planning your fundraiser now feels time-consuming and stressful, and you’re not sure if you can get your event ready in time. Create an event landing page.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2022

Fundraising events shine the spotlight brightly on event day, event week and beyond, if you do it right. In this article we will: Outline pros and cons of choosing an in-person event vs online only vs hybrid event. Discuss the audience and staff ability and capacity to run an event fundraiser.

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Pamela Grow

JULY 10, 2024

One that includes realistic goals for grants and corporate support, individual support, program support, and events. And a budget for it. Important: If yours is a small, community-based nonprofit AND is grant-ready, consider outsourcing. Develop a balanced, thoughtful fundraising plan. Include new donor acquisition in your plan.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 9, 2012

event marketing management and social media marketing experience. Summer has officially ended and if your office is organizing a holiday party , it is time to start looking for an event planner. If you don’t have the budget for one or you are the event planner, you have your work cut out for you. Start Planning NOW!

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Qgiv

AUGUST 26, 2021

Virtual events are here to stay, and for nonprofits that means more opportunities to fundraise without breaking the bank and a sweat. Virtual events have proven flexible, cost effective, and easily planned vs. their in-person counterpart. Here are 5 reasons why you should keep virtual fundraising events on your calendar: .

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Don’t hesitate to use this budget as a guide for your year-end fundraising efforts. Take into account your staff and volunteer time, fundraising budget, and your donor’s normal year-end giving habits when formulating a fundraising plan. You can start with a soft ask, or if you’re feeling ready, dive right into full solicitation.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

It’s a milestone when you decide to hold your nonprofit’s first special event for the sole purpose of raising money. A fundraising event will draw attention to your organization and give prospective donors the opportunity to learn more about your cause. Most importantly, a special event will bring in money to fund your mission.

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Blackbaud

JULY 17, 2024

From my experience, this annual conference is the event for Blackbaud users, and the K–12 offerings are especially impressive this year. Sharpen your budgeting skills or learn how to organize your donors based on their behaviors and characteristics to boost fundraising efforts. Ready to Register?

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Greater Giving

JULY 11, 2024

Make it Make Cents: Getting the Most from Your Revenue Generators This is the second post in a two-part series about maximizing the fundraising potential of your nonprofit events. In this article we will cover how to maximize your revenue generators during your fundraising event. Apply early. Sponsorships are built on relationships.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

But staying financially solid while also being nimble enough to handle surprises like recessions and weather events is hard even for the most seasoned nonprofit. In a perfect world, your budget will always be balanced. You’ve got to use funds wisely, aligning with your mission and honoring donor intentions.

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CauseVox

MAY 3, 2021

During the coronavirus pandemic, many nonprofits have needed to navigate their in-person fundraising events to the virtual space. And while many aspects translate seamlessly, one of the questions we hear time and time again is: “How do I get sponsors for my virtual event?”. Sourcing Potential Virtual Event Sponsors.

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Qgiv

JUNE 10, 2022

She is regularly featured as a presenter at multiple chambers of commerce and local workshops and seminars on networking, event marketing, and sales training. Hosting fundraising events, whether online or in person, can yield great rewards for nonprofit organizations. Types of Online Fundraising Events. Online auctions.

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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. Check out our list of Needed Event Committees and Important Event Positions.

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DoJiggy

AUGUST 13, 2024

Its simplicity, low cost, and fun nature make it an excellent choice for fundraising events. Clearly defining your goals will help you shape the rest of your event planning. Set a Date and Location Choosing the right date and location is crucial for the success of your event. Do you want to increase awareness about your cause?

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amplifi

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

So, get ready to take it a step further once you’ve defined and built communications for your largest and most obvious audience segments. And you can take this strategy as far as your data and budget allow. Ready to take that a step further? Ready to get started? The key is to be strategic and maximize your results.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Especially when you work really hard on an event or an online campaign and you don’t get the results you were hoping for. You should be sharing your nonprofit’s mission online and offline through your social media plan , donor newsletters, events, and other communications. Broken Model #3: Fundraising Events. Avoid them!).

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Get ready to soak up all the goodness from these jam-packed 2023 fundraising articles. How to create your nonprofit’s budget: Your nonprofit’s budget is a critical tool for both planning purposes and managing finances as the organization grows. Spend the time to put some thought into creating a budget for your nonprofit.

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CauseVox

MAY 4, 2021

To celebrate our 50th year of service to the Minnesota autism community we invited our community to join us for a livestream event full of cooking demonstrations, personal stories, and drawings. It was so intuitive and easy for every person, from my events team to the end donors. Enter A Toast to AuSM. CauseVox made it easy.

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GiveSmart

APRIL 1, 2024

In an age where many people value experience over possessions , travel has become one of the most enticing awards you can offer at a charity event. The Benefits of Offering Luxury Travel Luxury travel is a wide-reaching perk that appeals to many attendees while attracting guests to the event and helping you raise more money.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

So maybe you are thinking a grant writer could complete grant work while also serving as an event planner, a database manager or work in HR. Introverts are usually not event planners. The person you hired to be a grant writer is then not truly able to be an amazing grant writer, an amazing database manager, or an amazing event planner.

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DoJiggy

JANUARY 30, 2024

With a little bit of imagination and planning, you can create a memorable event that will be enjoyable and profitable, and leave a lasting impact. Simply follow our six easy steps that will help your group host a successful talent show fundraiser, along with some unique ideas to ensure your event is a hit.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 3, 2017

Every month I bring you a roundup of free technology training events that will help nonprofit staffers like you build their skills. But maybe you're skeptical and you're wondering: "How can a free event organized by a volunteer be any good?" Upcoming Tech4Good Events. Find your closest NetSquared group.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Following these steps, you can turn your candy fundraiser into a successful and memorable event, benefiting your school and bringing the community together. You can invite community members to a launch event or school assembly to learn more about the cause you’re supporting.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Not capturing donor information at a fundraising event You should have at least two major events a year for fundraising. One of the biggest mistakes you can make in event fundraisers for nonprofits is not capturing leads at the event. You should also manage your event with specific nonprofit event software to help you.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Some schools will host events, drives, and walk-a-thons that engage the local community, encourage the students to learn and support their school and raise funding for the organization. They may run contests or host events as well. Write a Project Budget A well-written project budget keeps you on track and shows you mean business.

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Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

Having a much-practiced pitch at the ready will enable you to communicate with purpose, clarity, and confidence. With a well-informed, rehearsed pitch, you’re ready to start talking to potential funders. With a well-informed, rehearsed pitch, you’re ready to start talking to potential funders.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Working with a lean budget means even the slightest unexpected expense can create a stressful situation. Even though inflation made dollars not stretch as far, world events and climate disasters increased need across many communities. So many nonprofits found 2023 to be particularly stressful.

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The Fundraiser Coach

AUGUST 8, 2023

They may attend events or volunteer. We'll have so much to do with the fundraising, budgets, event planning, or that board thing. One of the great joys I have, being a fundraiser, is meeting donors who are true fans of our mission. You may have had donors like that - they're supporters and they give regularly.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 11, 2022

Picture this: you’ve read our post on running a capital campaign , you’re wildly psyched, and you’re ready to get started! From choosing your project to the day before launch, we’ll walk you through every step so you jump into your campaign confident and ready to raise some funds. Making a Budget for Your Plan. Don’t despair.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Significance of Fundraising for Schools Schools heavily rely on fundraising efforts to supplement budgets, especially in areas where public funding falls short. Traditional Fundraising Events Organizing a Successful Cookie Dough Fundraiser Starting with a well-structured strategy is crucial when planning a cookie dough fundraiser.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

JULY 9, 2024

Budgeting Estimate the costs involved in running the fundraiser, including materials, marketing expenses, and any other operational costs. Having a budget helps manage expenses and ensures that the fundraiser remains profitable. Event-Based Fundraisers : Examples include fun runs, bake sales, or talent shows.

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

To optimize your advertising budget, create a marketing strategy to establish the best time for your organization to use ads. Use ads to promote major fundraising campaigns, events, or cause awareness days. Boosted Posts Once your Facebook page is ready to go, it’s time to create your ads.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Use Text-to-Give in Fundraising Events. For example, if you’re running a virtual fundraising event for shelter animals, you could make your keyword SAVEDOGS. Does the text-to-give software fit into your budget? From there, you’ll be ready to take off with text-to-give! Incorporate Text-to-Give in Ambassador Fundraising.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 6, 2024

And her acquisition budget had been cut by 50%. After venting for a few minutes, she was ready to do some problem solving. She said: New email subscribers Event attendees Volunteers Advocacy action-takers Google Grant search ad-clickers Random local connections Are You Forgetting Something? A whole lot. Under a magical tree?

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