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Concurrent Fundraising Events: 3 Ideas to Boost Revenue

Get Fully Funded

To tackle this need for extra funds, many nonprofits launch concurrent fundraising events. Silent Auction and Entertainment Night Keeping supporters engaged in your event requires more than a simple fundraising activity. Think of your nonprofit’s leaders, long-time volunteers, or beneficiaries who might have an inspiring story to tell.

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What Matters Most to Event Fundraisers?

NetWits

Is it online tools to help you administer your events and register participants? They are all very important pieces of any successful event. But I happen to think what matters most to event fundraisers is your participant. What was your answer? Is it logistics and course planning for your run, walk, or ride?

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A Run for Inclusion—Why I’m Running the Publix Half Marathon to Benefit Kyle Pease Foundation

sgEngage

I challenged myself to run the Atlanta half marathon last February to support a nonprofit partner with a mission to improve the lives of people with disabilities through sports. After learning more about KPF and having the chance to get to know Kyle and his story of determination, I was inspired to challenge myself.

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5 Things You Should Never Write in a Thank You Letter

Get Fully Funded

You want your letter to sparkle with a short, amazing story so the recipient will eagerly read the whole thing. Focus instead on the important work your organization is doing and tell me a quick story to engage my heart. Don’t forget to get your tickets to our upcoming event…” Don’t ask for anything in your thank you letter.

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2023 Top Nonprofit Conferences

Whole Whale

While in-person events are beginning to open up again, many have pivoted to a hybrid learning environment. SXSW EDU is a more focused conference in the lead-up to the main event. NTEN programmers carefully choose their venues with accessibility in mind, and the whole event is planned with great attention to inclusivity.

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New Email Tests Improve Clicks, Slow Exiting

The NonProfit Times

Leaders at the American Cancer Society in Atlanta went into last year’s GivingTuesday with a plan. A lot of studies suggest round buttons perform better than square buttons, but that might not hold true for your organization,” said Kristy McCarley, founder and CEO of digital marketing agency Pure Firefly in Atlanta.

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Networked Nonprofit in Boston: A Story of Contrasts

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

to Boston for two days of book events hosted by Associated Grant Makers , Barr Foundation , Public Conversations Project , TechFoundation and Berkman Center Luncheon series. We met face-t0-face at a social media event in 2008, but that was the only time I had interacted her face-to-face. Weak Tie/Strong Tie Ice Breaker.

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