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November 30, 2024
15 Games for Fundraising Events
Looking to spice things up at your next event? Games are a great way to raise additional funds, entertain, and keep guests engaged through participation. Raffles and wine pulls are familiar, but we’ve broken down a few more to help jog new ideas.
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What donors want: fundraising elements that appeal the most
When you invite guests to your events, you expect that they participate in fundraising. They likely purchased a ticket to attend but what other fundraising elements get donors excited to give? Here is how your organization can engage them:
Nonprofit end-of-year checklist
As the year comes to a close, many businesses and look at what to finalize before the new year. What should nonprofits do this December?
What you should know about school fundraising software
Fundraising supports co-curricular activities such as sports. the arts, or classroom necessities. With creative activities, comes the need for software with flexible capabilities. From walk-a-thons and peer-to-peer fundraising to charity galas or auctions, your school fundraising software should be able to handle it.
Charity golf tournament key software features
Charity golf tournaments can bring in challenges but the fundraising technology powering one should be easy to use. When selecting a software, look for a simple solution so donors can pick up some clubs and focus on what truly matters – the mission and organization everyone is passionate about.
Optimizing event flow + function: table placement
Table placement has a big impact on event flow, which in turn will affect a guests’ experience at your event. When you’re looking to optimize your event’s flow and function, here are a few things –– table related –– to consider…
7 Fundraising Myths
I’m sure you’ve heard countless dos and don’ts of fundraising, and perhaps some of those align your organization’s practices. Additionally, most organizations have a decent handle on what their donors care about. And then there are myths. Here are a few of the most common fundraising myths, debunked.
Shake up how you give thanks: Gobble Gobble webinar Q+A
We partnered with Winspire to bring you new ways to shake up how you say thanks (to donors, staff, volunteers, and your board). Answers to the webinar’s Q+A are here.
Major Gift Donor Development Strategies
There’s no substitute for the impact of major gifts or the select group of high…
Your questions, answered by our research on donor expectations
We wanted to know: where is the donor divide? Where are expectations misaligned between event planners and donors when it comes to fundraising events?
We conducted a research study and hosted a webinar to break down the facts. #GiveSmartPowerUP
Tis the season of giving
As the year wraps up, you may be considering a Giving Tuesday or an end of the year push for donations. About 30% of all annual donations are made in the month of December, so why wouldn’t you want to get in on all that excitement?
Winning the silent auction: Q+A
We hosted a webinar to reveal inside tricks to hosting a successful silent auction. The…
10 ways to show appreciation…for everyone who furthers your mission
As a fundraiser, you know it’s important to show appreciation and thank your donors. You know it’s nice to send them a hand-written thank you card or call to thank them personally. Donors fund your mission, after all. But what about everyone else who works to move your mission forward? And when you do thank these people, are you capitalizing on the opportunity to further your connection and gain insight?
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