Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

They had to suddenly take their highly-anticipated 2020 Jungle Party completely virtual, and could no longer use the vendor services they’d already paid for. The Woodland Park Zoo’s leadership understood that a well-designed event experience drives giving. TIP: Bring the energy of your live event to your virtual stream!

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

VT Group’s flagship brands include Vibrant Table Catering & Events, Food in Bloom Catering, f&b cafe and catering, and Vibrant Flowers. Their mission is to foster exemplary relationships within our community, developing and maintaining quality connections with partners who share our same ambition, drive, and values.

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AccelEvents

JULY 28, 2021

But with the recent industry shift toward virtual and hybrid events, it has become even more popular. Still, there is no reason why they cannot also be applied to virtual events. Benefits of Gamification for Virtual Events. For virtual events to have the same networking value, event organizers have to get creative.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 19, 2022

What they did: Truist Partnered with the United Way of Forsyth County by pledging $5,000 their employees could decide how to spend to help stock the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina. Check out our blog on how to write your own appeal. Not sure how to ask a local business to partner with you? Not a Qgiv client?

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Collecting clothes, non-perishable food, medical supplies, and more can be greatly beneficial to some nonprofits. Hosting a food drive , donating gently used clothing, or purchasing goods is an easy way to collect in-kind donations for nonprofits instead of financial donations. For example, Darden Restaurants, Inc.,

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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. Here are 5 reasons why you should keep virtual fundraising events on your calendar: .

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

After three years of meeting virtually, we’re bringing bbcon back in-person October 22-24 in Denver! She’s used her personal experiences to raise awareness of triple negative breast cancer, driving research, early detection, and eradication. The post An Insider’s Guide to bbcon 2023 in Denver first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 12, 2023

These items can be non-perishable foods, clothes, stationary, toys, other physical items, or larger items such as real estate or vehicles for your nonprofit to use. If you’re hosting a larger drive for goods or looking for services to be donated, businesses can be a great resource for in-kind contributions.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Many local news organizations like to host an annual food or gift drive around the holidays. They can help solicit monetary donations for your organization, or in-kind donations to your supply drive, depending on your needs. A reliable auction platform also makes it easy to pivot this experience to the virtual space!

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

However, for many nonprofit organizations, virtual fundraising will continue to be a part of their fundraising strategy for years to come. A hybrid auction is an auction format that has both an in-person component and a virtual component. What is a hybrid auction?

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

Somewhere between Zoom meetings in your pajama bottoms and virtual holiday celebrations, a certain quarantine hobby may have snuck its way into your kitchen this past year. Case in point: Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. By the end of the year, they had provided nearly 37 million pounds of food to 70 thousand households.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 12, 2021

During the pandemic, The Sharing Center decided to transition their annual fundraiser into a virtual event. The fundraiser was a great success and gave The Sharing Center’s biggest supporters an opportunity to virtually connect and aid the organization. Pantry Drives. miles in honor of The Sharing Center’s 34-year anniversary.

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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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VQ Strategies

JULY 22, 2021

In fact, back in April 2020, I shared two blog posts ( here and here ) on communications which remain relevant today (and are surprisingly relevant to my experience on the plane!). In the meantime, volunteer engagement leadership shares updates on what is expected to open when and how volunteers can stay engaged virtually in the meantime.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

Further, Step Two must include segmenting your donors; this will allow you to know which donors, small, middle-sized, and major, are a fit for which fundraising drive or campaign. Here is food for thought along these lines: Underfunding the fundraising program is endemic to nonprofits. Plan virtual galas : Galas are a show.

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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? Download PDF.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2021

You can also show impact using the “virtual food drive” format, like The Sharing Center does for their food bank. It’s easy for animal shelters to set up a similar drive to support their needs. Will you take the opened bag of food that a picky eater didn’t like? Schedule Your Free Demo Now!

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Achieve

JUNE 11, 2020

Unfortunately, for the thousands of kids living at or below the poverty line, access to food, school supplies, and electronic devices is limited. . Landing Page: For some fundraising efforts, driving supporters to a simple donation form isn’t going to cut it. SMART RIDE – VIRTUAL EVENT . SMART Ride. Dixie Longate.

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Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Host virtual events to promote a sense of community. You’ll drive donors here across your big fundraising campaigns and marketing pushes in addition to regular day-to-day gifts. 100 feeds a food-insecure family of five for 2 weeks.” Make sure you’re advertising volunteer opportunities (both in-person and virtual!)

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Pack Santa’s Sleigh” supply/toy drive. Every parent wants to provide their child with the happiness and excitement of receiving a gift, and a toy and supply drive can make that possible for families who might not have the budget to buy their children the toy of their dreams. 8 Days of Giving campaign.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

Will excitement quickly turn to frustration as they drive in circles, or are there directional signs to help them know where to turn from the main road? You can still do this for fully virtual experiences or virtual elements of your in-person event to ensure all attendees have a smooth digital experience.

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

Your lineup can help you drive excitement within your community. Depending on your venue and the concessions you offer, you may need to file for certain permits or paperwork to avoid any legal complaints regarding the event, such as noise complaints or food safety. Tools and Ideas for Virtual & Hybrid Fundraising Events.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 12, 2010

It provides a complication of nonprofit tech and social change blog feeds. The Case Foundation Blog. Allison Fine's Blog. Social Edge Blogs. Britt Bravo's Have Fun, Do Good Blog. Kivi's NonProfit Communications Blog. IdealWare Blog. The NTEN Blog. Katya's Nonprofit Marketing Blog.

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Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2022

For a virtual or hybrid event, add a raffle ticket item to your online store so online attendees can still participate. Food & Drink Raffle Prize Ideas. For a date night or new food adventure, give a lucky winner the opportunity to go for a night out at a beloved local establishment or a new, highly rated restaurant!

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OneCause

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

For example, check out these 10 useful interactive tools for hybrid events to see what it takes to host an event that is both in-person and virtual. . And what’s more, if they’re swept away by the magic of the occasion, well… it could drive up the bidding, right? . Know Your Theme And Your Audience. Reception Drinks. Catering room.

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Tech Soup

JULY 29, 2014

" A 2011 university study similarly found that 62 percent of homeless teens had a phone and data plan and that they considered the device as important for them as food. For business storage: Google Drive for Work is offering unlimited storage for businesses at only $10 per user per month. Cloud Storage Price Wars Update.

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Qgiv

MARCH 28, 2022

Auctions and galas generally come with the most overhead costs, including food and drinks, decorations, venue, rentals (like tables and chairs), valet, janitorial staff, and printed materials. When you plan an event, one of the first considerations will be whether your event will be in-person, virtual, or hybrid. What to consider.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Barnett : At first, mass unemployment and constant cutbacks put any hiring manager in total control to drive the process. Barnett : At this point, we should have all followed the essential rules of how to nail the perfect virtual video interview. And if you’re anything like me, you’ll save tons on all the food you buy every day.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

We’ve broken it down into traditional , seasonal , virtual , scholastic , kid-focused , and grown-ups-only events. Virtual: Online auctions are a category in and of themselves, allowing attendees to view items remotely using live streaming or images while they place online bids.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 5, 2021

Barnett : At first, mass unemployment and constant cutbacks put any hiring manager in total control to drive the process. Barnett : At this point, we should have all followed the essential rules of how to nail the perfect virtual video interview. And if you’re anything like me, you’ll save tons on all the food you buy every day.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 26, 2021

Virtual tour: A peek behind the curtain at your organization will engage your audience, especially those who are curious about your work. Virtual tour videos are really helpful right now when people aren’t visiting in person. Website: Post your fundraising video prominently on your website or on your blog.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Shoe drive fundraiser. With a shoe drive fundraiser, you can help your gently used, never worn shoes find new, loving homes while raising money for your cause. kids that have food allergies. Equipment supply drive. The post 49 Simple & Successful Fundraising Ideas for Kids appeared first on Qgiv Blog.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 14, 2011

Once a year, Blog Action Day unites bloggers around the world to focus on an important global issue and to create a dialogue that transcends international borders. This year, Blog Action Day’s focus is FOOD as it coincides with World Food Day that aims to increase awareness, understanding and fuel year-around action to alleviate hunger.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Audience size, breadth, and depth: If your organization has big lists, lots of traffic to your website or blog or social media pages, or big crowds at events, there are many ways to turn this into a donor benefit. Does anyone carve, knit, sew or create t-shirts… or fun food? A dedicated blog post about the sponsorship.

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Qgiv

MARCH 31, 2021

Empowering your membership to fundraise on your organization’s behalf can not only drive revenue but also strengthen their relationships with your mission. To start off, ask these questions about your peer-to-peer campaign: Will this be a purely virtual, in-person, or hybrid event ? Let’s dive into how. Download eBook.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 26, 2011

We also work with food service companies, retailers and wholesalers, chefs and restaurateurs to encourage them to make the switch to sustainable seafood. It’s won awards from Treehugger.com as the “Best of Green in Food and Health” and is cited regularly in mainstream and new media as a trusted source for sustainable seafood information.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Hosting an in-kind donation drive is a great way to provide some support. While monetary donations are helpful for keeping nonprofits going, donation drives are great for helping nonprofits meet specific needs, especially during times when supply shortages are common. Donation Drive Ideas. School supply drive. Food drive.

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