AccelEvents

DECEMBER 28, 2020

While there are lots of different ways to learn the ins, the outs, and the latest trends in the event industry, listening to a podcast is probably one of the easiest and most entertaining ways to do it! . If you are an event organizer, marketer, or entrepreneur, you know the value of a well organized and run event.

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AccelEvents

JULY 7, 2021

And in response, event marketing and sales teams use virtual events, hybrid events, and in-person events as optimized sales tools for increasing B2B sales. Whether your goals are to nurture business relationships or generate brand awareness, events can be a powerful tool.

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Classy

JULY 14, 2021

The best way to learn about virtual fundraising events is to hear from those who’ve experienced them. We recently wrapped up our 2021 Collaborative: Virtual Sessions event here at Classy. The event brought together over 50 speakers and thousands of nonprofit professionals from across the social sector.

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AccelEvents

JULY 6, 2021

With the rise in online and hybrid events, more brands are using a combination of the two genres, as part of their event marketing strategy. What’s more, coordinating your event marketing strategy with your brand’s overall marketing goals can be challenging! Fortunately, marketing your event is a lot like marketing your brand.

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Qgiv

APRIL 28, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic appeared to close the door on their annual in-person event, A Chance to Shine. Rather than cancel the event, they worked to create a new two-week long, virtual fundraising event and rays of sunshine beamed through the newly created window they opened. Reimagined Live Events. Tangible Gifts.

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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. Having an annual flagship event is never a bad idea.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

This is the fourth post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. birthday campaigns ( Facebook Fundraisers ), and for timely, news-driven events (Black Lives Matter). 9) Host Virtual Fundraising Events.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Aside from the necessity of virtual fundraising due to the pandemic, there are plenty of other bonuses to fundraising online. More involved in-person fundraisers or campaigns that require lots of resources can eat into your profit margins. With virtual fundraising, it’s also much easier to expand your reach. Email campaigns.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Now that we’re well into 2021 and approaching a post-COVID reality in many parts of the world, nonprofit professionals have pondered what fundraising events will look like with both in-person and virtual engagements. You already know that virtual auction fundraisers are possible and fruitful, but the possibilities are almost endless.

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Qgiv

APRIL 26, 2022

Check out this blog post that explains how nonprofits make money. Our forth nonprofit trend is that we’re moving toward a subscription service-based culture in which many users pay monthly for streaming, meal delivery services, and tons of other resources that make their lives easier. Hybrid fundraising events. Digital Wallets.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

For example, the report highlights the growing importance of digital fundraising, so investing more resources in online campaigns and social media outreach would be a smart move. Therefore, be sure to diversify your fundraising channels to reach donors through multiple platforms, events, and initiatives. Now, they expect more.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 19, 2021

However, getting your supporters to show up and participate in your event is only possible with a well-devised branding and design strategy. Whether you’re planning an in-person, virtual, or hybrid food drive, the answer is yes. Not sure where to start when it comes to marketing your food drive event? Virtual pantry drive.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

Silent auctions are a classic go-to fundraising event—and for good reason. From large in-person events to a more casual virtual gathering, a fundraising silent auction can bring in much-needed revenue and provide supporters with a fun-filled night. Deciding whether the event will be in-person, virtual, or hybrid.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2021

If you want to host a successful auction, a lot of it comes down to the planning, resources, and charity auction software that you use. Can it support in-person, virtual, and hybrid events? Overall, your auction solution should offer these top benefits: Flexible event planning. More nonprofit data.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Donor love is the act of showing that appreciation via thank-you emails, handwritten notes, kind gestures, donor appreciation events, and other methods. Invite donors to a virtual tour of your facility and make yourself available to answer their questions. How to host a donor appreciation event. Conclusion.

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Qgiv

JUNE 24, 2021

When it comes time to make a splash with your big fundraising event, you want to attract as many potential donors as possible. That’s why it’s important to promote your event to not only your existing supporters, but also to new folks. Start by Adding Your Fundraising Event to Your Nonprofit’s Website.

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Qgiv

APRIL 28, 2021

While virtual fundraising was already gaining traction pre-pandemic, it certainly became a dominating force during the pandemic. So if you’re looking for virtual fundraising ideas for schools, you’re in the right place! Here are ten tips to help you succeed with virtual fundraising for education: 1.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 19, 2022

Thanks to technological advances and changing times, online events are quickly becoming the norm, and virtual auctions are no exception. Hosting an auction online extends your reach beyond an in-person event. When you organize an online auction, your website will be the ultimate hub for your event.

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Qgiv

MARCH 21, 2022

For their Festival of Trees silent auction event, they collected used artificial Christmas trees well ahead of the event. The trees all had different themes, and those themes appealed to the guests who attended the event. Recruit volunteers to work the event. Create an event theme that excites your supporters.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 30, 2011

I come across so many great conversations, ideas, and resources all over the web every day. To follow more of the things I find online, you can follow @amysampleward on Twitter (which is just a blog and resource feed), or find me on Delicious (for all kinds of bookmarks).

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Qgiv

JUNE 22, 2021

Did you know that almost 70% of nonprofits are planning to incorporate virtual elements into their events in some way, whether that’s with hybrid events, virtual-only events, or a combination of all of them? Ready to empower your peer-to-peer volunteers while also providing a unique and engaging virtual experience?

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

Now that we’re entering a new post-COVID era, nonprofit leaders need to think about what virtual fundraising will look like in the future. In our 2020 Navigating the Unknown Report , we found that over 50% of nonprofits pivoted to virtual events last year. It looks like virtual fundraising is here to stay!

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Bloomerang

APRIL 1, 2021

We have helped over 11,000 people become Certified Nonprofit Professionals and more than 15,000 other leaders in the sector to advance specific skills with virtual training resources. Journals and blogs. Consider how much structure you need in your own education before investing in various professional development resources. .

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Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

Planning a safe event—especially if it’s your first time steering the ship—can feel dizzying. Mapping out a fundraising event, especially while taking COVID into consideration, can feel like a game of psychological chess between yourself and the world. Adventure time: Start by visualizing your event. Not sold yet?

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Top Nonprofits

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Most people also now appreciate the efficiency of virtual meetings. Keep in mind that virtual meetings require strong facilitation to make sure everyone is involved. Whether your meetings are virtual or in person , make sure that every person is actively involved. Want help organizing the campaign kick-off event?

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Qgiv

APRIL 21, 2023

Development officers, executive directors, event planners, consultants, and emerging leaders came together to discuss fundraising trends, donor retention, DEI (diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace) strategies, and so much more. You can learn something from everybody.”

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Hosting a car wash is a classic fundraising event that’ll keep your community’s cars sparkling clean. Offer a one-day pick-up event or a delivery service to get your holiday greenery to their new homes. Sell the balloons at your event, and towards the end of the night, have people pop them at the same time to see what they’ve won.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Fundraising event planning is an important part of hosting a successful fundraiser. But how do you plan for your events? Read on for event planning tips and download our free fundraising event planning template so you can find greater fundraising event success. . Event planning tips.

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Qgiv

MAY 18, 2021

Some of your supporters may be ready for in-person events now that they’re vaccinated, while some guests are still going to love the flexibility that comes with virtual events. One way to manage different supporters’ expectations is with various options for participating in your event. Finding Your Venues.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 18, 2021

If your auction events aren’t seeing enough registrants, your registration process may be to blame. The Virtual Auction Planner can help! Download Planner. On the other hand, if your silent auction is a virtual event with no seating arrangement, selling tickets by table wouldn’t matter.

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Neon CRM

APRIL 27, 2023

Holding events is a great way for nonprofits to raise money, engage constituents, and raise their profile. And if you don’t have a solid event planning strategy in place, your nonprofit’s next gala, fundraiser, or walkathon could end up costing you more in time, energy, and money than what your event ends up raising.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

Plan exciting fundraising events. A website that is dated and contains old news and blog posts signals to supporters that your organization doesn’t have the time to keep up with your supporters online— or even worse, that your nonprofit is no longer running. Use consistent branding. Optimize your email strategy. Look for grants.

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

If you lead a nonprofit, you know how important your fundraising events are. A fundraising event is the best way to engage with donors, garner support for your mission, and meet your revenue targets. But one question you might find yourself frequently asking is “What kind of fundraising event should we host next?”.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 13, 2021

A marketing plan is a document that details the ins and outs of your marketing strategy for a specific event or campaign. Marketing helps you spread your message far and wide and invite supporters to donate to your cause, participate in events, and volunteer. Reason #1: To Focus Your Team on Increasing Reach and Community Awareness.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Students and teachers excel in classrooms that have all the resources they need to keep learning and teaching. Host a designated one-day collection event or weeks-long donation drive where members of the community can drop off much-needed school supplies like pencils, notebooks, binders, crayons, markers, and more. Virtual store.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Of course, a lot goes into hosting a successful silent auction event. Beyond the items your supporters will take home, the charity auction software you use will be the true backbone of your event. Without an exciting collection of auction items, your event may not be the success you hope it is.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Host a hybrid event. The end-of-year season is a busy one, and early planning can help your team avoid stress and rushing, especially if your campaign involves hosting an event. One of the best resources you have for planning this year’s end-of-season campaign is your data , including the results from last year.

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