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AUGUST 31, 2023

As a nonprofit professional, you’ve likely hosted—or at least considered hosting—a silent auction. Silent auctions’ main advantage as far as fundraising events go is their flexibility, since they can be held in various formats and tailored to your organization’s supporter base. Let’s dive in! Color scheme.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 28, 2023

A Comprehensive Guide to Mastering the Art of Silent Auction Bid Sheets Creating a Winning Silent Auction Bid Sheet Planning a successful silent auction involves several key elements, and one of the most critical is the bid sheet. Clearly state the minimum amount by which bids should increase.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Key performance indicators (KPIs) are measures of how much money your fundraising events are raising, how your audience is growing, and which parts of your event are the most successful. Fundraising ROI (Return on Investment). You may know how much a fundraiser brought in, but did it deliver given the cost and investment?

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Greater Giving

MARCH 26, 2024

However, juggling sponsorships, registrations, auctions, and logistical nightmares can quickly turn that reward into a headache. Enter Greater Giving, a game-changer for organizations hosting fundraising events. Expert Tips : Discover valuable advice on managing volunteers, training your team, and maximizing fundraising opportunities.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Amplify Your Impact with Inspirato for Good Greater Giving has partnered with Inspirato for Good to bring you a unique opportunity that can make a significant impact on your fundraising efforts. The promise of exceptional stays enhances the appeal of your silent auction items and encourages more substantial bids.

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Qgiv

MARCH 4, 2024

Finding the right online solution for your fundraising challenges can feel a little daunting. It’s enough to make even the most seasoned fundraiser a little nervous. What makes online fundraising so effective and essential in today’s landscape is the fact that people are on their phones or online for a large portion of the day.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 19, 2023

Luxury travel packages are becoming increasingly popular with fundraisers. Luxury travel packages are perfect for your silent auction, live auction, and paddle raise. A perfect way to hit your fundraising goals If you’re looking for a way to hit your fundraising goals, look no further than luxury travel packages.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 12, 2024

Elevate Your Impact: Crafting a Winning Fundraising Plan for Your Next Charity Event As a nonprofit professional, you understand the importance of effective fundraising. A well-crafted fundraising plan can be the difference between exceeding your goals and falling short. But where do you begin? increasing donor base by 20%).

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Greater Giving

APRIL 9, 2024

And what better way to celebrate the iconic 150th Anniversary of the Kentucky Derby than by hosting a fundraising party with a purpose? Here’s your guide to throwing an unforgettable Kentucky Derby-themed fundraiser that will raise money for your cause in style! Your auctioneer can help generate excitement for the prizes.

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Qgiv

APRIL 13, 2022

If you need to fund your activities but need a little inspiration to come up with ways to get folks giving, try these 10 youth fundraising ideas for proven and innovative fundraisers you can host at your youth nonprofit. Car wash fundraiser. The first of our youth fundraising ideas is a car wash fundraiser.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Silent Auction Ideas: Mastering Pricing and Selling Strategies In a recent survey 85% of nonprofits said they incorporate a silent auction to raise revenue at events. One of the questions our team gets quite frequently is how best to price items in silent auctions. Price your items to sell.

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Donorbox

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Both silent auctions and live auctions have long been key components of many fundraising events. These auctions can raise significant funds as donors bid on items and experiences they want to purchase, with all proceeds going to the organization.

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Greater Giving

JULY 30, 2021

And great live auctions depend on the energy in the room, a spirit of generosity in supporting a good cause, and skillful orchestration by an auctioneer. Live vs. Silent Auctions in Virtual Events. Silent Auctions in Virtual Events. Not every virtual event requires a live auction to make money.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 30, 2022

Silent auctions are a fun way to raise money for your organization or event. We’ve got insights and best practices to share with you on the in’s and out’s of hosting a silent auction. Set Fundraising Goals. Setting a fundraising goal is the first step in planning an auction.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 2, 2022

In March 2020, the Boys & Girls Club of the Tri-County Area was three days away from their biggest fundraiser of the year when COVID-19 struck. But in only 72 hours, Special Events Manager Ashley Bartol managed to pivot and take the event entirely online, so guests could still bid on the silent and live auction items from home.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

A raffle is an easy way to increase fundraising revenue and engage supporters at events. Raffles often take place at fundraising events like galas or auctions. Connect with corporate partners and individual donors to ask if they’d be willing to donate raffle prizes to your fundraiser. as well as card and dice games.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Experts at Greater Giving offer tips and tools for school auction fundraising success. School Auction Fundraising is a powerful tool for for that helps both public and private schools reach their goals and increase their impact. Maximizing Auction Success Don’t close out your auction on the night of the event.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Silent auctions and raffles are some of the most commonly used fundraising revenue enhancers in the nonprofit world. Many Auction Committees will assign this task to one or more people to make sure their items are ready for display before your fundraising event. Stand out in a Sea of Auction Packages.

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Greater Giving

MAY 25, 2023

Dramatically improve your guest’s nonprofit fundraiser experience with these tips and best practices for Event Signage. One of the most important elements of the guest experience at a nonprofit fundraising event is a clear flow through your venue —and that flow is often dictated by the signage posted throughout the event.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Fundraising Data: The Secret Weapon for Event Success During the Greater Giving hosted webinar Data-Driven Events: Elevating Fundraising Success , Stephen Kilbreath and Julianne Read of Kilbreath Events discussed the power of data-driven fundraising. Pull Previous Years’ Reports TIP: Talk to your auctioneer ! Get curious!

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Greater Giving client Celebrity Waiters had already planned to hold a virtual fundraiser for their 2021 event when the CDC began to allow small, socially-distanced, in-person gatherings. This smaller, live event would feature a silent auction , a catered dinner, finished up with a live auction and paddle raise.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Beyond the Ballroom: Make Your Charity Gala a Donor Cultivation Powerhouse Fundraising events offer more than just glitz and glamour; they’re a potent tool for cultivating relationships with potential donors and qualifying them for future giving. Make your next event a cultivation powerhouse, and watch your fundraising potential soar!

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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. Lower barrier to entry: Raffles typically have lower ticket prices compared to bidding on auction items.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 26, 2023

Proven Strategies and Best Practices for Nonprofits to Increase Fundraising Event Revenue Our recent survey showed that there are a variety of effective methods to generate event revenue for your cause, including sponsorship, ticket sales, live and silent auctions, raffles, fund-a-need, text-to-donate, and peer-to-peer fundraising.

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Qgiv

APRIL 18, 2022

There’s a lot of fundraising software available to nonprofits, but how do you know what your nonprofit needs? And what’s the difference between a fundraising CRM and a fundraising platform? This blog post will break down what a fundraising CRM is, what a fundraising platform is, and the key differences between them.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2021

Because the work you do is so important for the well-being of our youth, we put our heads together to come up with some great ways to boost fundraising for youth sports nonprofits. Read on for ways you can raise more and become a youth sports fundraising MVP. Peer-to-peer fundraising should be part of your game plan.

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Greater Giving

MAY 5, 2023

How to Plan Successful Auction Fundraising Events Auctions are a popular and effective fundraising method for nonprofits. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of auction fundraising for nonprofits and provide tips for planning successful auction events.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the journey of organizing impactful nonprofit events that will have your supporters eagerly waiting for the next one. Types of Nonprofit Fundraising Events There are countless events you can organize to raise funds and engage supporters.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 1, 2021

In the case of most nonprofits, that occasion is fundraising. Choose a fundraising theme. Some fundraising gala themes for your virtual event include: A murder mystery party where guests watch a murder mystery play and try to solve the murder based on the clues. Often, this type of event marks a special occasion. Final thoughts.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Boost your fundraising team’s effectiveness with Nonprofit Fundraising Software that supports and maximizes their work. Nonprofit fundraising teams are hard-working and dedicated to their cause, but that doesn’t mean that they have time for stress and headache in the workplace. Automate to save your fundraising team time.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Veterans Heritage Project listed signature events on their website, including their fundraising gala. In addition to their embedded donation form, Veterans Heritage Project also featured an area on their site to inform donors about upcoming events that will contribute to their year-round fundraising efforts. What’s Next?

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Qgiv

AUGUST 23, 2022

So, you’re planning a silent auction. You’re booking the evening’s entertainment, connecting with sponsors, and collecting all of your auction baskets and items. You’re almost ready for your big night, but first, you have to announce your auction to your supporters. Direct mail marketing. Email marketing.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

As we spring further into a new year, it’s time for your fundraising efforts to pick up speed! Spring fundraisers are a great way to bring your community together while gaining support for your cause. Here’s a list of spring fundraising ideas to help you celebrate the season with your supporters: Spring fundraising ideas 1.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 12, 2021

Fundraising through a virtual gala has proven to be an effective way to connect with donors and get them excited about your mission. With new ideas and tweaks to the activities that would typically be included at in-person events, virtual galas can keep fundraising goals on track and even add to more than expected to the annual goal.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

In the modern fundraising world, creating an online fundraising strategy is essential to the success of your nonprofit. As the world continues to grapple with the ups and downs of COVID-19, it’s essential to meet your donors where they’re most comfortable, and that means coming up with inventive online fundraising ideas.

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Qgiv

MAY 8, 2023

In this blog post, we will discuss how to create a successful event communication plan with a focus on pre-event communication. These notifications might include a 24-hour reminder of the event, when the silent auction opens AND closes, and a thank you for attending message.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

At the very start of the pandemic, The Dougy Center seized virtual fundraising by the horns and held their very first online-only event. The fundraising team also utilized Greater Giving’s “Text to Donate” feature, so anyone could give at any time from their mobile device—from anywhere in the world. And it worked! Dougy Center.

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