AccelEvents

AUGUST 19, 2021

Online events draw in audiences from around the globe. So if you have the chance to host an exhibitor booth in an online trade show, a virtual career fair, or perhaps as part of an online product launch, you should take advantage of it! Virtual exhibitor booths can provide companies with a list of qualified leads.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 12, 2021

Fundraising through a virtual gala has proven to be an effective way to connect with donors and get them excited about your mission. With new ideas and tweaks to the activities that would typically be included at in-person events, virtual galas can keep fundraising goals on track and even add to more than expected to the annual goal.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Is your nonprofit interested in hosting a hybrid or virtual scavenger hunt fundraiser? Eventzee is an app that makes it easy to host scavenger hunts and quiz nights by giving nonprofits the ability to create unique tasks that can be completed both in person and virtually within the Eventzee app. How to emulate their success.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Since shifting to the virtual event space, event planners have had to come up with creative ways to continue hosting profitable events. Instead of limiting connection and engagement, a virtual fundraising event can strike all the right notes with a target audience while helping the fundraising efforts reach a greater number of people. .

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AccelEvents

JULY 8, 2020

With the development of new and better technologies, the popularity of virtual events has seen a steady increase. Add to the mix stay at home orders and global social distancing protocols, and the safety, convenience, and practicality of virtual events have increased their use cases. Know Your Audience (And Then Expand It!).

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Greater Giving

JULY 23, 2021

During the transition to virtual events, nonprofit event planners simply didn’t have a playbook. One of the biggest issues that nonprofits reported with virtual events (detailed in our State of Nonprofit Fundraising publication) was guest engagement. You Don’t Need a “Big Budget” to Achieve Fun. Are there a lot of parents?

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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. They hired a professional emcee and professional auctioneer to run the event up on stage, and filled their outdoor venue with fun and thematic décor.

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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. Virtual Cocktail Hours.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 4, 2022

Most charities had used the same tried-and-tested methods for decades (namely, galas and sponsored endeavors), but with new health and safety guidelines to contend with, this was no longer possible. 2) Virtual fundraisers. As the name suggests, virtual fundraisers aim to do everything their in-person equivalents do, but remotely.

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AccelEvents

JULY 9, 2020

But with the recent industry shift toward virtual and hybrid events, it has become even more popular. Event planners and organizers have been using these strategies to increase attendee engagement and participation at physical events but there is no reason why they cannot also be applied to virtual events.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Not only do you have to pick the type of event, such as a charity golf tournament , gala, or bake sale, but you also have to decide if your event will take place in-person or virtually. To help simplify your nonprofit event planning processes , this guide will evaluate the three most popular event formats: in-person, virtual, and hybrid.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 15, 2020

Recent global happenings have turned the event industry on its head and event organizers have been scrambling to save their events and deliver a valuable experience to event attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors alike. But the virtual space is not just limited to virtual staff meetings or social gatherings. Enable Live Chat.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2021

The past 18+ months have been challenging for the nonprofit sector, but golf tournaments have provided and continue to provide an opportunity to gather safely, raise crucial dollars, attract corporate support, and steward donors and sponsors. 2) Have a Backup Plan. 3) Use an Event Website. 4) Move Registration Online.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 23, 2020

Over the last few years, virtual events have seen incredible growth in popularity and yet still remain a complete mystery to most people. Event organizers may have thought that trade shows were about to disappear altogether but the fact is, trade shows are perfect candidates for virtualization! The benefits of a virtual trade show.

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Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

In 2020, the pandemic and its resulting social distancing guidelines led nonprofits to experiment with virtual events (many of them for the first time). Now, several benefits inherent to virtual events have made them well worth adding to this year’s event calendar.One popular virtual event is galas. Follow Up Afterward.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 28, 2020

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. . To that end, here is a list of creative and original networking ideas to include at your next virtual event. Virtual Scavenger Hunt.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

For corporate holiday events, you might have considered hosting a virtual holiday party such as a Santa exchange. Business, non-profits, and charities should consider hosting a virtual holiday fundraiser like a virtual gala. Things to Consider Before Planning Your Virtual Holiday Fundraiser.

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Achieve

JUNE 11, 2021

Virtual events have become a key promotional tool for nonprofits to attract new supporters. Hybrid and virtual fundraising events. The lack of face-to-face interaction at a virtual event means your nonprofit will likely need to take a different, data-driven approach to continue engaging guests after your event’s end.

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AccelEvents

JULY 9, 2020

But with the recent industry shift toward virtual and hybrid events, it has become even more popular. Event planners and organizers have been using these strategies to increase attendee engagement and participation at physical events but there is no reason why they cannot also be applied to virtual events.

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AccelEvents

JULY 8, 2020

With the development of new and better technologies, the popularity of virtual events has seen a steady increase. Add to the mix stay-at-home orders and global social distancing protocols, and the safety, convenience, and practicality of virtual events have increased their use cases. Know Your Audience (And Then Expand It!).

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Since shifting to the virtual event space, event planners have had to come up with creative ways to continue hosting profitable events. Instead of limiting connection and engagement, a virtual fundraising event can strike all the right notes with a target audience while helping the fundraising efforts reach a greater number of people. .

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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. Virtual Cocktail Hours.

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Greater Giving

JULY 8, 2021

During the transition to virtual events, nonprofit event planners simply didn’t have a playbook. One of the biggest issues that nonprofits reported with virtual events (detailed in our State of Nonprofit Fundraising publication) was guest engagement. You Don’t Need a “Big Budget” to Achieve Fun. Are there a lot of parents?

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AccelEvents

JUNE 15, 2020

Recent global happenings have turned the event industry on its head and event organizers have been scrambling to save their events and deliver a valuable experience to event attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors alike. But the virtual space is not just limited to virtual staff meetings or social gatherings. Enable Live Chat.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 23, 2020

Over the last few years, virtual events have seen incredible growth in popularity and yet still remain a complete mystery to most people. Event organizers may have thought that trade shows were about to disappear altogether but the fact is, trade shows are perfect candidates for virtualization! The benefits of a virtual trade show.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

For the most part, we can expect to remain in a semi-virtual space for the rest of the school year , continuing into next year. . And with a virtual event platform like Accelevents , you can actually do a lot in terms of hosting major school-wide events. . Hosting a Virtual Back to School Event.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

For the most part, we can expect to remain in a semi-virtual space for the rest of the school year , continuing into next year. . And with a virtual event platform like Accelevents , you can actually do a lot in terms of hosting major school-wide events. . Hosting a Virtual Back to School Event.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

For corporate holiday events, you might have considered hosting a virtual holiday party such as a Santa exchange. Business, non-profits, and charities should consider hosting a virtual holiday fundraiser like a virtual gala. Things to Consider Before Planning Your Virtual Holiday Fundraiser.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 28, 2020

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. To that end, here is a list of creative and original networking ideas to include at your next virtual event. Virtual Networking Ideas.

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 30, 2022

This might involve a live, in-person event, a hybrid event , or a virtual event. . If you can, try hosting an in-person event and then filming and streaming each session online so the virtual audience can get as much as possible from the experience. . Virtual Events. Considerations for Your Event Marketing Plan.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 15, 2021

In the events industry, a hybrid event combines an onsite event element and a virtual element. . A hybrid event means that at the same time, you can host two types of event styles tailored to each audience (an online audience and an in-person audience) for a great attendee experience. . Find sponsors and partners.

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Kindful

APRIL 12, 2021

Even as we emerge from the global pandemic, these forms of on-site donor recognition will only reach a small audience, and fail to capture the full breadth, impact, and meaning of each of your supporter’s contributions. The past year has shown that virtual events can be quite engaging and lucrative, even as we exit the global pandemic.

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Whole Whale

JANUARY 1, 2023

Audience size : Around 200. Audience size : 15,000 (SXSW EDU); 37,000 (SXSW). Where : Denver, Colorado & virtual conference. Audience size : around 2000. Make sure you save time for the sponsor exhibit hall. . Audience size: 1,000 in-person attendees; 3,000 online attendees. ANA DC Nonprofit Conference

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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. . However, you might also need to get creative when it comes to virtual event gamification. . Prizes and Social Rewards. Gamifying Online Events.

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AccelEvents

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

However, if you’re hosting a virtual event for a younger crowd, then you know that you only need to market online and you maybe shouldn’t go with a PPC campaign. . Your target audience demographic. Whether you are using sponsors. Find a Virtual Platform With Marketing Materials Included. Data that you need from the event.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

From peer-to-peer fun runs to bake sales, there’s no end to the types of fundraising events your nonprofit can host. In a virtual silent auction, supporters view auction items on a website or webpage and place bids online. Hosting a silent auction allows your nonprofit to: Provide supporters with an engaging, fun experience.

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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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