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Top Proven Nonprofit Fundraising Event Planning Tips

Clairification

In my last article (Part 1 of a three-part event planning series) I offered a compendium of common sense event planning advice. — Alice in Wonderland When it comes to special events, your goal is important. That depends a good deal on where you want to get to,” said the Cat. . 4 Top Planning Tips to Invite and Ignite 1.

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Are You Ready to pivot?

The Fundraiser Coach

As a fundraiser, sometimes you need to be ready for a change of plans - a sudden opportunity to speak to a prospect, a change of venue for a meeting, or a mini-crisis at an event. Ad from Alaska Airlines I used to smile when I would see this ad from Alaska Airlines.

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The Time to Start Planning Your Year-End Fundraising Campaign is Now

Ann Green's Nonprofit

If you’re doing a year-end fundraising campaign, the time to start planning it is now, hopefully in an air-conditioned space. You can also use this for fundraising campaigns at other times of the year. Also, now is a good time to segment your mailing lists – current donors, monthly donors, lapsed donors, event attendees, etc.

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Which Fundraising Events Bring in the Most Money for Small Nonprofits?

Get Fully Funded

A very common “go-to” funding idea for small nonprofits is fundraising events. Events are a great way to bring like-minded people together and have a good time in the name of your cause. Some fundraising events are huge, drawing attendees and sponsors like moths to a flame. BUT the flip side? Probably not!)

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Donor Readiness: The Secret of All Successful Capital Campaigns

Gail Perry Group

Donor Readiness is a Factor Many People Overlook. We Overlook Donor Readiness at our Own Peril. What happens if you rush into the campaign without evaluating your donors’ readiness? It often turns out that your donors are simply not ready for a conversation about a gift. Build Donor Readiness with a “Noodlers Group.”

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Year-Round Fundraising Event Ideas | Infographic

Greater Giving

If you’re a nonprofit organization, fundraising is an essential part of keeping your doors open. One way to make sure that you have consistent funds is to plan fundraisers throughout the year. But you may be struggling to come up with fundraising event ideas for an event that’s both fun and profitable.

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15 Games for Fundraising Events

GiveSmart

Looking to spice things up for your next live fundraising campaign or virtual event? Some friendly competition may also increase your fundraising potential as donor competition fuels fundraising. Make sure your organization has the resources to administer and manage the event to raise more money.