Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Many auction items come as a bundle—for example, a concert experience might include two front-row seats, merchandise, and a photo opportunity with the artist. Acknowledge Your Event Sponsors Securing corporate sponsorships is essential to the success of your nonprofit’s live auction. List everything the winner will receive.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 15, 2014

So how can you ensure a successful relationship with your corporate sponsor? The sooner you understand that the more you can advocate for your sponsor. Corporate sponsors want to see their logo anywhere and everywhere on event collateral. Ask your staff to thank the sponsor on their individual social media platforms.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 15, 2022

Feature beautiful photos illustrating donor impact. Pair your impact stories with high-quality photos showcasing the difference you make in your community. Pare down the most inspiring stories from the past year into bite-sized stories or quotes, and your donors will feel proud to be a part of your team.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 4, 2021

A matching gift campaign (usually sponsored by a major donor ) can double each individual gift, no matter how small, OR double the total of all donations once a certain amount has been reached. To break up the monotony, you’ll want to post photos, videos, links and graphics. They truly want their effort to make a difference.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 22, 2022

Whether you are finding stock photography online to use, hiring a photographer for a specific event or photo need, or curating photography provided by folks who may not be professional photographers, there are tips to keep these photos consistent and on-brand. One easy way to do this is by colorizing your photography.

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Candid

MAY 1, 2024

For example, we heard that funders want more information about fiscally sponsored organizations and their sponsors. Photo credit: mangpor_2004 via Getty Images The post Are we building the Candid tools you need? This will inform how we effectively incorporate fiscal sponsorship data into our tools.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 2, 2021

Here’s how it works: We’ll give you clues to find 10 specific photos on our social media pages (They could be on our Instagram or our Facebook). Prize: One free pet grooming service from our sponsor, Tip-to-Tail Beauty Salon. On-screen at your event: The “Where’s Fido” Scavenger Hunt. How to get started: Text FIDO to 555-555-5555.

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Achieve

JUNE 21, 2023

Sponsorships are a win-win for the sponsoring business and the benefiting nonprofit, but it’s up to the event’s planning team to effectively build, pitch, and sell sponsorships. Finally, think about other potential sponsors that are dedicated to your cause or have a history of sponsoring fundraising events in your community.

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Qgiv

JUNE 2, 2022

On their event page, Camp Fire Sunshine highlighted their multiple event sponsors on their event page by category, which made identifying all their sponsors easy. They ranked their sponsors by sponsorship category. This highlights sponsors who supported the event most by placing them higher on the page than other sponsors.

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CauseVox

JUNE 6, 2023

As soon as bidders land on your event home page they’ll see a compelling gallery display of auction items, complete with photos, current bids, and a simple bid button to attract more bidders. Plus, our designated sponsor wall showcases your event's sponsors, giving them the recognition they deserve. Transparency is key!

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Sponsored by Give Lively Increasingly, donors are turning to social media to find causes to support. Click “Add a Button” on the top right of your nonprofit’s page underneath the cover photo. If you don’t have a good image, search Flickr Creative Commons and free stock photo sites for something that will enhance your story.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 23, 2024

From program details and sponsor walls, to donor listings, typography and imagery, each piece is aligned completely with your organization’s identity and message. Sponsor Wall Page: Gratitude takes center stage on the Sponsor Wall Page. Learn more about the New Site Editor.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

Some fundraising events are huge, drawing attendees and sponsors like moths to a flame. Attracts corporate sponsors. Community/Fun Events are great for corporate sponsors , too. Because these events often attract the community at large, the right sponsors are usually happy to participate. Draws volunteers easily.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 6, 2022

Instead of: Will you sponsor a table at the Gala and support our event? Try: Sponsor your own table today! Think of it like taking a photo. Try: Come set up the show on Saturday and make a difference as a member of the team! . Make the fundraising gala one to remember! Clearly define parameters.

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Achieve

AUGUST 18, 2023

Come up with a catchy title for each item, ensure your descriptions are skimmable, and add relevant photos. Dedicate a page to thanking everyone who made your event possible, including staff members, volunteers, sponsors, and participants (of course!). Choose a high-definition, well-composed photo as the base of your eCard.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Between checking out our sponsor game zones and snapping a new professional headshot; make these networking events a priority: Kick off the action and excitement during the bbcon opening reception on Sunday, October 22 nd from 5:30 – 7:30pm. Celebrate each other and the work you do! The colorado mountains are inspired this event.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

Optimize your photos. When choosing your header image, pick a photo that best represents the work your organization does. Whether it’s a photo of your volunteers in action or pictures of the communities you serve, the photo you pick should demonstrate your organization’s impact to visitors to your LinkedIn page.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 29, 2015

Rules of Thumb for Using Photos of People. Are photos that you take with your camera or phone yours or your organization's property to use as you wish? Well, you would think so, but there are some rules around this, especially if the photos are of minors under 18. You should always get consent for photos of minors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Regularly updating your cover photos can help alert followers for specific campaigns like #GivingTuesday. User generated content or UGC is any form of content such as photos, videos, text, or audio that has been posted by individuals. 3) Include donation instructions in every post. But this shouldn’t rule out focusing on supporters.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Check out these seven tips to enhance your event registration page: Customize your event page Use a fundraising thermometer Promote your event sponsors Include videos Add social sharing buttons Provide seating options Embed maps to the event 1. Promote your event sponsors Your event sponsors are often crucial to your event’s success.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

You might want to hire a photographer for events, then get participant’s permission to tag them in photos on social media. You can run a competition, giving away free perks to the member that contributes to the best photo. While photos can be fun, videos create a more visceral experience and will create a more powerful memory.

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Qgiv

MAY 8, 2023

Promote sponsors Your sponsors can play an important role in helping you reach more potential donors for your event. Clearly communicating the goals of the event to potential sponsors, helps make it an easier “yes.” You should also include reminders about deadlines and any discounts available if they register early.

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Achieve

JUNE 11, 2021

Corporate sponsors. advises thanking sponsors publicly, and your events are the perfect opportunity to do so. advises thanking sponsors publicly, and your events are the perfect opportunity to do so. Invite sponsors to attend and receive their applause in person. Double the Donation’s tips on corporate sponsorships.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Find a major donor or sponsor to match gifts made on Giving Tuesday and drive even more donations from supporters who want to double their impact. Suggest posting a personal story about your nonprofit or the cause, or encourage a specific action with photo evidence. TIP: Encourage giving with a matching gift campaign! Email Marketing.

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Candid

MARCH 21, 2024

DAFs established by donors in partnership with community foundations and other sponsoring organizations accounted for a significant portion of all grant dollars disbursed in 2022. Photo credit: Fizkes via gettyimages The post Community foundations: Resilience in tough economic times appeared first on Candid Blog.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

In each post, include relevant photos, images, or graphs, to further elevate the donor story. Include a section that features a list of new donors, repeat donors, and sponsors. Consider highlighting individual donor stories, photos, or graphics to show the impact of each donor in your fundraising campaigns.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Interesting and informative content can truly set your fundraiser apart from the rest, and the right photos can help tell your story in a unique way. Here are a few tips about choosing photos that can lead to fundraising success : Stay away from using grainy or unclear images. Help Me Feed Hungry Kids!

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Candid

APRIL 23, 2024

Donors establish their own funds at a sponsoring organization (such as a community foundation) and can recommend grants from those funds at any time. Photo credit: Council on Foundations The post Community foundations: Donor-advised fund grants outpaced contributions in 2022 appeared first on Candid Blog.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 29, 2023

Clear photos and descriptions. Each auction item should have clear photos and a description to give your audience an idea of each item’s appeal. Experiences like a beach vacation getaway, for instance, could include photos and a description of that specific location’s unique attractions. Sponsor acknowledgments.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 24, 2021

In the events world, event gamification means that your attendees will interact with the brand, presenters, sponsors , other attendees, and exhibitor booths in new and exciting ways. . We highly recommend digital scavenger hunts and photo contests to up the ante in the online format! Prizes and Social Rewards.

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TechImpact

JULY 15, 2014

Whether they be donors, employees, volunteers, partners, sponsors just someone who likes to read your blog, nonprofits are leveraging technology to allow the public a looking glass into the inner working of their organizations. Why is this important? Social engagement.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 8, 2012

Sponsored by Microsoft Corporate Citizenship and presented by Heather Mansfield of Nonprofit Tech 2.0 , attendees will gain practical knowledge about how to successfully integrate your nonprofit’s Web 1.0 How to Register: Sign up here to attend on Tuesday, April 24 or Sign up here to attend on Thursday, April 26.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

You can also host an online contest where people submit photos of their pumpkins on social media platforms such as Instagram or Facebook by tagging them with relevant hashtags (like #pumpkincarvingcontest or #halloweenparty). Take photos. Cordially invite your supporters to your first-ever fundraiser they don’t have to go to.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 12, 2021

Gather your team together to create a boxed gift that will go out to your VIP guests, sponsors, or maybe all your attendees! Include items from sponsors , tchotchkes, and your nonprofit’s marketing and donation envelopes. If you plan on mailing the package, check with your post office to find out the shipping details.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 29, 2022

Roles in a Sponsor Committee. Much like an item procurement committee, sponsor committees are about solicitation and relationship management. an entertainment sponsor or drink sponsor) and find in-kind donation items for your auction. Creating sponsor levels with giving thresholds (or associated in-kind donations).

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

For instance, you might share photos from last year’s successful event or a behind-the-scenes look at your event setup. Ensure your photos are a good mix of candids and posed photos and avoid distracting filters or editing styles. Plus, you can also take photos of attendees throughout the event. Final event statistics.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

Use a photo that reflects the heart of your organization’s work. Framed photo: Take photos of your volunteers in action with a goal of getting a frame-worthy shot. When you get the perfect shot, have a print made of the photo and display it in a simple frame. You can get crafty and paint a wooden frame.

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