AccelEvents

JULY 19, 2020

Virtual events have allowed event planners and organizers to avoid canceling events and carry on during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people attend virtual conferences , trade shows , career fairs , and other similar events hoping to meet other industry professionals and interact with industry thought leaders.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 10, 2021

As you’re getting ready to launch your next fundraising event for your nonprofit, there’s a lot of moving pieces. But, one of the things that has the biggest potential to drive more ticket sales right off the bat is having an amazing fundraising event invitation that captures your audience’s attention.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

If your nonprofit is thinking about planning a golf fundraiser in 2023—whether it’s a brand new event or an established tournament—there are a few simple steps to take right now to make sure your outing is set up for success. Launch an Event Website. Start With Technology. The earlier the better! Send Save-the-Dates.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 28, 2020

At an in-person, live event, networking often just happens. These impromptu networking opportunities are not possible at a virtual event. It can seem difficult to think of networking ideas for your virtual event, but we’re here to help. . 7 Original Networking Ideas for Your Virtual Event. Virtual Scavenger Hunt.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 8, 2020

As most companies and brands know, event sponsorship is a great way to get in front of a captive, targeted audience. But does the same hold true for virtual events? . The good news is that virtual events can provide even more benefits and a greater return on investment (ROI) than a traditional physical event. .

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 14, 2020

While nothing could prepare the event industry for the changes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, there are plenty of things that can be done to help prepare for life after the virus. . While lockdowns and stay at home orders are in place, virtual events are the best alternative to postponing or canceling an event altogether.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 25, 2020

Virtual events offer a lot of benefits to an event organizer. A virtual event means that those face-to-face interactions will not be possible but that does not mean that you can’t facilitate and encourage networking all the same. . Steps for Encouraging Attendees to Network at Virtual Events. Show Them How.

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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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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2017

Every day, nonprofits and other organizations use Facebook's events platform to build crowds and recruit attendees to actions, protests, fundraisers, parties, and other types of events. Normally, the valuable attendee RSVP data from Facebook Events disappears or goes to waste after an event takes place.

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AccelEvents

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

But, with the world trying to figure out a new normal amidst the coronavirus pandemic, most live events have been canceled or postponed indefinitely, leaving networking as something of an afterthought. The event industry has shifted toward hybrid or virtual event formats, but what does that shift mean for networking events?

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AccelEvents

JUNE 11, 2020

Virtual events, like conferences and trade shows, can provide a lot of value to both attendees and to event exhibitors. Without this data, there are no solid sales leads and your event will have little value to your exhibitors. Without exhibitors, your event cannot succeed. This can hurt you in the future.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Whether you’re new to social media fundraising or an OG, the Supercharge Your Social Fundraising event is here to help. Learn proven tactics from a stacked team of social fundraising experts and register for this free event for nonprofit professionals today. Make eye contact with your audience. Say their name.

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The MatrixFiles

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

The QR code led me to a video from Teri, welcoming me to Nashville, inviting me to the pre-conference happy hour, sharing highlights for the next day, and providing me with contact information if I have questions. And by the way, now she has video marketing material in hand for her next event.

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DipJar

JANUARY 5, 2022

Choosing the date for your fundraising event is amongst the most important decisions that you will make during the event planning process. You have 365 days to choose from; however, only about 75 of these dates are ideal for fundraising events. Parties, barbecues and other events become your competition on these days.

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OneCause

MARCH 14, 2023

As those in the nonprofit world realize, few things are as effective—or as time consuming—as fundraising events. These events bring in big time donations, and can have a huge impact on furthering the organization’s cause. If not, the organization risks not only losing the investment in the event, but potential donations.

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Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2023

In this blog, we explore what to do when you get a rejection to a grant proposal and share questions you should ask the funder if your grant proposal isn’t selected. However, if it is an automated response, you will need to find a way to contact them. Then, you can start asking questions. Do you think I should apply again?”

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AccelEvents

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

As the event industry continues to adapt to a new normal, event professionals have pivoted to hybrid events as a way to bring together a large audience without going over strict capacity restrictions. . Hybrid events combine in-person sessions with online elements to provide a number of unique benefits to attendees.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 14, 2023

There are thousands of ways to fundraise for your nonprofit, from online campaigns to events and membership programs. by answering four frequently asked questions. Make sure to adhere to their communication preferences so that you know how they like to be contacted. Let’s dive in. Connect often.

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AccelEvents

JULY 19, 2020

Virtual events have allowed event planners and organizers to avoid canceling events and carry on during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people attend virtual conferences , trade shows , career fairs , and other similar events hoping to meet other industry professionals and interact with industry thought leaders.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 8, 2024

There’s no question about it: Data collection can feel overwhelming and scary, and it can often feel like a challenge you’ll never be able to overcome. Be deliberate – If you can’t tell members what you’re going to do with the answer they’re giving you, don’t ask those questions.

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sgEngage

MAY 31, 2023

If your nonprofit organization hosts a peer-to-peer event with thousands of happy participants and supporters, but you don’t have a plan to convert those bikers, gamers, walkers, golfers, dancers, scavenger hunters, or pub crawlers into monthly donors, you’re missing out on the point of putting on an awesome P2P event.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Now that much of North America has entered Phase 2 of the reopening process, the events industry and event brands are more eager than ever to finally host a postponed event or switch from a virtual event back into an in-person or hybrid event. . Event attendees will want to know: . is it a large event?

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Hosting a hybrid event can boost physical attendance and promote your brand and content to a wider and broader audience. . Running a hybrid event on third-party software might prove to be difficult. The bottom line is that event planning software can make your hybrid event more successful. Event design and setup.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 3, 2023

The Volunteer Coordinator of the Event Committee A Vital and Often Overlooked Role Behind every successful nonprofit event, there is a dedicated team of volunteers working tirelessly to make it happen. These events, whether fundraisers, galas, or community outreach programs, rely on the passion and commitment of these volunteers.

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AccelEvents

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

You’ve run a successful virtual event and you’re feeling high on life! After a successful virtual event, you want to make sure that you are nurturing the leads that you recovered and keeping your brand top of mind. Here is our briefing on the different ways to nurture sales leads after a virtual event. Plan Ahead for Post-Event.

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 25, 2022

Calling all event organizers who are using our trailblazing hybrid event option : are you looking for ways to simplify this process? Based on our experience with onsite hybrid event support, here are five questions to ask your onsite tech support before the day of your event: Exchange contact information.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Bring this nonprofit’s hybrid event success to your benefit gala—during and after the pandemic. 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. A “Hybrid” Event opens participation to everyone.

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Qgiv

JULY 27, 2022

What they did: MOVE Inclusive Dance Studio converted their 5K fun run into a peer-to-peer event. Also, they provide a link to fundraising resources, an FAQ page to help participants learn about what to expect on the day of the event, and embedded videos to educate supporters about their mission.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 17, 2020

Typically, when you attend business networking events, you are there to promote yourself, a brand, or a business and connect with other industry professionals looking to do the same. . How can you be sure that you are building lasting relationships at a networking event? Common Goals of Attending a Networking Event.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 14, 2022

Special Events Are on the Rise in 2022. More nonprofits are adopting special events in the coming year to build emotional connections with donors, and develop lasting relationships. Whether they’re focused on fundraising or on stewardship, special events can create intimate, memorable experiences that bring donors closer to the cause.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

Some nonprofits may only require basic contact and background information, while others may require extensive background checks due to sensitive work. Giveffect, for example, offers online applications with options to customize fields and questions. The best way to do this is to require volunteers to fill out an application.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 28, 2020

At an in-person, live event, networking often just happens. These impromptu networking opportunities are not possible at a virtual event. It can seem difficult to think of networking ideas for your virtual event, but we’re here to help. Teams will have to navigate the virtual event space in order to find items on a list.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

It’s a milestone when you decide to hold your nonprofit’s first special event for the sole purpose of raising money. A fundraising event will draw attention to your organization and give prospective donors the opportunity to learn more about your cause. Most importantly, a special event will bring in money to fund your mission.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Pay for the admission or ticket fee for people who you think should attend your nonprofit’s events with the hope they’ll donate on-site or in the future. Be familiar with every fundraising program, event, campaign, and activity so you can tell others (sustainers, major gifts, events, direct mail, giving circles, etc.).

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Greater Giving

MAY 12, 2022

Let your guests know what to expect so they can come prepared—COVID Protocols at your event. As a growing number of nonprofits move toward holding live events this year, health and safety precautions are a priority. Some events ask for proof of vaccination for entry, a recent COVID negative test result, or provide on-site testing.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2022

Fundraising events shine the spotlight brightly on event day, event week and beyond, if you do it right. Each organization has a different answer to this question. In this article we will: Outline pros and cons of choosing an in-person event vs online only vs hybrid event. Actual goods can be on display. .

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 25, 2020

Virtual events offer a lot of benefits to an event organizer. A virtual event means that those face-to-face interactions will not be possible but that does not mean that you can’t facilitate and encourage networking all the same. . Steps for Encouraging Attendees to Network at Virtual Events. Show Them How.

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