Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Create engaging activities for your guests to participate in. Popular activities include: Photo booth area aligned with your theme that allows guests to create buzz and share as a memory on social media. You may consider hosting wine, champagne, or cocktails for guests during this hour or offering drink sales.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 23, 2020

More about laughter and adorable animals than actual fitness, this yoga craze is sure to catch the attention of supporters who love four-legged friends. To pull it off, work with a company that hosts goat yoga classes and experiences and ask them to donate a number of tickets to your organization. Spin class disco. Chili competition.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

Consider the demographic you are targeting and ask yourself what types of events or activities might appeal to them. For example, an activity-based fundraiser like a hike-a-thon might attract younger generations, such as Gen Z. Pay attention to what is working—not only the type of campaign but individual aspects of each fundraiser.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

We’ll look at three combinations of fundraising opportunities for nonprofits, including: Silent Auction and Entertainment Night Sports Tournament and Raffle Live Auction and Gala Dinner Let’s take a closer look at the best concurrent fundraising events and how your nonprofit can boost its revenue by hosting them.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 10, 2021

How do you connect with members when their attention is divided among so many places and activities? In this micro-moment, people are looking for a local business or considering buying a product near them. Otherwise, you might lose their attention as they move on to the next thing. Enter the micro-moment.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 26, 2024

A well-designed awareness campaign can bring attention to your nonprofit’s cause, educate the public about a significant issue, and drive more donations to fuel your mission. You need to actively express appreciation and demonstrate how both your nonprofit and its partner are better off because of this collaboration.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

It’s a social network that requires a lot of time and content, but more importantly, a social media manager who enjoys being active on Twitter and understands Twitter’s extensive toolset. Nonprofits tend to mostly tweet content about the sad state of affairs – international, national, state, and local.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

With over 2 billion active monthly users , you can connect with a broader audience there by sharing engaging posts. A Bloomerang survey found that 44% of over 500 nonprofits surveyed said they’re active on Instagram. Host contests and giveaways to boost engagement. Let’s explore a handful of ways you can do this.

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CauseVox

JUNE 28, 2021

Obviously this event won’t work in warmer climates, but if you’re somewhere with distinct seasons, all you have to do is find a lake that will let you host your event. Unlike many other nonprofits, Catalogue for Philanthropy used the day to raise dollars for over 200 local nonprofits in their area. Fitness Challenge. Golf Marathon.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 3, 2020

However, many organizations are under the impression that they must divide their attention between their advocacy campaigns and their fundraising efforts. Local CEOs. If local businesses are making decisions that may impact your mission, target them in your advocacy efforts. However, they don’t need to be separate entities!

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

If your nonprofit hosts one or more fundraising events, you know that it’s easy to become predictable with the excuse that “we’ve always done this.” An art festival where local artists can show off their pieces, explain their work to attendees, and donate a portion or all of the proceeds to your nonprofit. National “day” celebrations.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 20, 2021

However, some states do require other documentation, such as a statement of financial position, statement of activities, or other state-specific reports. Second, pay attention to specific state and local COVID-19 guidelines. Adhere to local mask and vaccination policies. Host your event outdoors if you can.

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Qgiv

APRIL 7, 2021

If your nonprofit is looking for a bold way to attract attention and raise money for your cause, an over the edge fundraiser is a great solution. Typically, donors fundraise for the opportunity to take part in the activity. Because participation is limited, this event offers an exclusive activity for your top fundraisers.

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Qgiv

MARCH 19, 2024

One way to show how much your donors mean to you is to host a donor appreciation event. Why should nonprofits host donor appreciation events? Donor appreciation event ideas Event best practices Other donor recognition ideas Why should nonprofits host donor appreciation events? Future projects. Major donors.

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AccelEvents

JULY 14, 2021

SalesForce, when hosting their virtual World Tour Sydney Reimagined, gave Salesforce AppExchange partners 3 minutes a piece to give a live demo of their apps. Polls and Q&A force attendees to pay attention to each session. . Try to host a poll or two for each virtual meeting or speaker session. Mindfulness Activities.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 14, 2021

If you host peer-to-peer events, you know firsthand how important it is to offer a great event experience. If inclement, destructive weather is a regular occurrence in your service area, be sure to pay attention to weather advisories. Instead, pay attention to the local weather. It pays to know your local weather, too.

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

But after hosting many events over the years, how can your organization change up its approach and plan more engaging activities? These tips can apply to any type of nonprofit event: whether you’re hosting a charity auction , a fundraising 5K, conference, webinar, and so on. Let’s get started! Plan hybrid events. Social media.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Haunted houses are a staple of the Halloween season, so why not cash in on this classic spooky experience by hosting your own haunted house? If building a haunted house seems far too difficult, consider partnering with a local haunted house for your event. Haunted House fundraiser. Pumpkin carving party. Haunted Hike.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 23, 2017

Recently, colleague Neil Parekh the of the United Way called my attention to the to the United Way of Central Ohio and its employee wellness initiatives focused on healthy eating. Christina, who previously worked for the local Y association where she led wellness initiatives, recently became the chair.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Today’s question comes from a board member who wants advice on hosting in-person events vs. continuing with virtual fundraising. . Dear Charity Clairity, I’m on the board of a local nonprofit, and we’re exploring the idea of hosting an in-person fundraiser in May 2022. I know it’s hard to predict how the spring will look.

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Achieve

JANUARY 18, 2023

Beyond choosing a fundraising idea, your nonprofit also has to decide whether you want to host your event in person or online. . What are the pros of hosting virtual nonprofit events? . platforms that will capture audience members’ attention and motivate them to register for your event. and smooth as possible. . Social media.

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M+R

MARCH 14, 2024

Unfortunately, not all of our donors are themselves professional fundraisers — so creating a special, attention-grabbing Giving Day that gets your audiences excited and engaged can be a big boost during an otherwise quiet time of year. From there we hosted a cross-departmental brainstorm.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Remember that not all in-person activities will translate well to a stream—like a live auction—if there is a delay in the broadcast. Hosts on both streams reminded guests frequently about upcoming silent auction closings to guarantee everyone got a fair chance to bid, and no one missed out. Tips for hosting a killer hybrid event.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 6, 2019

Your goals will dictate key details like the venue, the type of event you hold and its format, the types of add-ons and activities you offer, the committee or volunteer help you’ll need, the event schedule, the sponsors the event attracts, who you invite, and certainly your budget and revenue projections. 2) Choose the right venue and format.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 3, 2021

We see that organizations of all sizes rallied their employees to give and serve others in their local communities and around the world. CSR strategies can be global and hyper local: Virtual volunteering events created the opportunity for employees no matter where they are located to connect with each other and support a cause.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 24, 2021

In it, she will examine the key findings event planners uncovered while hosting virtual events and offer useful tips and tricks to create an engaging hybrid event. When determining the length of the program consider a typical attendee’s attention span. 5 Tips for a Successful Hybrid Event. The Program.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

How can you connect with your donors despite all the other ads, social messages, texts, and emails that are vying for their attention? Donor engagement is what your organization does to build and strengthen donor relationships and the methods you use to keep donors active and involved. Host an “Ask Me Anything” session.

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Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

Each year, individuals worldwide take the opportunity to do better for our planet with actions such as planting trees, cleaning local communities, and raising awareness for environmental causes through peer-to-peer fundraising pages. CELI also hosts an annual 5K Run for Clean Energy every spring to support their mission.

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Whole Whale

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Halloween has massive attention as shown by Google Searches comparing “Halloween” and “Valentines” (day). These are great communities to run peer-to-peer fundraising opportunities for causes that support the local area. The winner could receive a prize, like a gift card to a local restaurant or store. Pumpkin Carving Contest.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 16, 2024

Do you have neighbors, doctors, or local business owners who might support your fundraising efforts? Stories help us pay attention. Fundraisers who show up for (or host) dinner parties, game nights, family reunions, community festivals, and athletic events, naturally build more solid relationships. Hit them up.

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CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2021

With the majority of daily activities taking place over the web, it’s no surprise that we’ve also observed a rise in virtual fundraising. Choose a day and actively encourage donations and sharing through all your social media channels, such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Snapchat. You can make this virtual too!

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

The Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) has hosted a gala for the last four years, but in 2020 and 2021 they knew it wouldn’t be an option. Many of the fundraisers also hosted Zoom watching parties of the livestream program. But success in an online fundraiser goes further than just getting the attention of potential donors.

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DipJar

AUGUST 6, 2020

COVID-19 Friendly DipJar Fundraising: Lend your DipJar to a volunteer who can take it to their workplace to host a mini fundraiser. Ask a local coffee shop to place your DipJar on their register counter for a Charity Month. Ask your volunteers to clean out their closets and host a large yard sale that benefits your organization!

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

You can, however, join your local Giving Tuesday movement to localize your efforts. Team up with local news. Many local news organizations like to host an annual food or gift drive around the holidays. Try partnering with your local news station to increase the reach of your campaign. Host an auction.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

By hosting a volunteer program, your organization can enable students, city officials, business owners, and other community members to get involved with a cause that aligns with their values and helps people in need, strengthening community ties in your area. Collaborate with local businesses.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 23, 2022

Make sure to personalize your email messages with the supporters’ name to grab their attention and make them feel special to your organization. Some social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook are primarily geared towards visual storytelling, so make sure you have impactful, attention-grabbing photos and videos to share with.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Incorporate compelling visuals, such as event photos or promotional graphics, to capture attention. See if there is a local designer who could provide their services as an in-kind donation and make your materials really pop. With other local nonprofit groups, a mutual aid relationship might benefit both parties.

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