AccelEvents

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t going to completely disappear with the ball drop—meaning New Year’s Eve celebrations will have to look a little different this year. Virtual events have become the norm for so many of us this year so why should it be any different during the holiday season? Virtual Tasting.

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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 4, 2021

The good news is that once you embrace digital donor engagement tools, most of the grunt work – like donation forms and gift acknowledgements – is done for you through automation. Engage with supporters through virtual events. Fortunately, you can easily create beautiful visuals with a smartphone and some free tools.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 11, 2024

Consider using your online member community to conduct volunteer training sessions either by facilitating virtual discussions or by creating online videos where members can watch and react. Provide access to resources and tools Boost volunteer engagement by offering volunteer resources and tools in your online community.

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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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Classy

JUNE 10, 2021

This week, our 2021 virtual nonprofit conference, the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions , opened with a conversation around trading perfectionism for an opportunity to show up as our authentic selves. Register to Experience the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions. That forced quick pivots to a year’s worth of virtual event planning.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

the tools to help you do your job. You may be surprised to learn how easy it is to find out important participant and donor characteristics through the right tools and data. Build out an agenda for each meeting to make sure each challenge is addressed, and each win is celebrated! That is a GREAT start. people who want to help.

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Classy

JUNE 1, 2021

As nonprofits continue to navigate this “new normal” of event fundraising into 2021, a focus on virtual fundraising should be at the top of your priority list. The sector as a whole is making the shift to virtual, and with good reason. The value of virtual extends far beyond the live engagement itself.

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Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2023

There are a variety of online tools to help you manage your time, organize responsibilities, and prioritize your work. For example, you can use a shared online notebook, spreadsheet, or a tool like Notion (one of my fellow remote intern’s favorite task management tools) to organize assignments and track your progress.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

At first glance, it may seem impossible to recreate some of these types of events in a virtual format, but with a little creativity and the right fundraising event tools, you might be surprised at the high-quality experiences you can offer for your donors virtually. A Gala is a well-known charity fundraising event.

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Forum One

AUGUST 3, 2023

The dotCOMM Awards winners have been announced, and we are thrilled to say that Forum One has been awarded 5 dotComm awards in the categories of nonprofit websites and virtual events! With these wins, our dotComm Awards join other awards such as the Anthem Awards , Vega Awards , and Communicator Awards in the Forum One trophy case.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Recurring nudges and pop-up recurring modals are both powerful tools for any fundraiser who’s looking to recruit new recurring donors. Now, tools like Double the Donation, CyberGrants, and 360 MatchPro offer services that make matching gifts easier to obtain. Use online fundraising tools to support your events.

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Classy

JUNE 10, 2021

Our 2021 virtual nonprofit conference, the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions , opened with a conversation around trading perfectionism for an opportunity to show up as our authentic selves. Register to Experience the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions. That forced quick pivots to a year’s worth of virtual event planning. .

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CauseVox

MAY 4, 2021

To celebrate our 50th year of service to the Minnesota autism community we invited our community to join us for a livestream event full of cooking demonstrations, personal stories, and drawings. This was our first all-virtual fundraising event , and at times it felt like we were making it up as we went along. Enter A Toast to AuSM.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 31, 2020

If you haven’t done so already, update your procedures to collect contact methods and donor information that will facilitate virtual fundraising. Action Item: What data collection improvements can your nonprofit make to improve virtual fundraising? Virtual Fundraising and In-Person Events Can Co-Exist. Changing your narrative.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

Adapting to our circumstances has taught us to utilize the tools we have and find unique ways to do what we have always done by innovating how programs are structured. With this in mind, employee engagement professionals transitioned their volunteer events into a virtual setting with little to no experience beforehand.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 30, 2020

You should develop a goal based on the team members and tools available to you. Hosting a virtual event can help keep food, space, and materials costs from getting out of control and allows for a lower registration fee. The host committee is generally composed of wealthy donors, leaders of local businesses, or local celebrities.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 14, 2020

In reimagining these events, we must take care to harness the essence of the competition by empowering and recognizing participants, while getting creative with building a virtual or socially distanced community, eager to take on the challenges of the activity, as well as fundraising. Ride to Defeat ALS – Massachusetts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Social media is a great tool to showcase your impact, help supporters understand the challenges they can help solve and build an authentic community around your cause. CoSchedule analyzed over 14 different studies from various email marketing tools to determine the best time to send emails. 2) Week One: The Friend Request.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2023

Virtual Run/Walk In light of the ongoing popularity of virtual events, consider hosting a virtual run/walk where participants can complete the course on their own time and at their own pace. To boost excitement, invite local celebrities or influencers to serve as judges or emcees. Waiting Til “Peak Season” to Fundraise?

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 8, 2023

Disaster Relief Efforts In times of natural disasters or emergencies, nonprofits can quickly rally support using text-to-give as a rapid response tool for gathering donations. Memorials or Tribute Events Those attending to remember or celebrate someone’s life can easily donate to a cause the individual cared about via text.

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Whole Whale

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Here’s a list of reminders to celebrate mindfully during this holiday season! Every year on the fourth Thursday of November, indigenous people in the US are reminded of the atrocities committed by the colonizers, while most of the US – residing on stolen land – celebrates the colonizers’ exploitation of Native people.

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sgEngage

JULY 27, 2021

In-person events were no longer a reality and an estimated 62% of nonprofits pivoted to a virtual campaign to help continue to engage fundraisers in their mission. Give them the tools to be able to fundraise for their birthday, complete a challenge or even livestream a birthday challenge! Fundraising can be about more than money.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

However, modern platforms, smartphones, and short video formats allow nonprofits to take advantage of this powerful tool in a number of ways. Virtual gala: Host a live-streamed gala event with performances, guest speakers, and donation appeals. Virtual dance party: Energize your online fundraising with a virtual dance party!

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EveryAction

JANUARY 25, 2023

Influencers come in all shapes and sizes; they can be board members, celebrities, or even politicians. For free and budget-friendly events, consider hosting virtually. Key takeaways Nonprofit missions are too important not to use every tool in the arsenal for attracting attention from supporters.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Chances are virtual events have played a role in your COVID-era tactics. The pivot towards virtual events has been a particularly challenging but (hopefully) rewarding experience for many organizations. For nonprofits looking to expand their virtual event offerings in the Spring 2021 season , we highly recommend virtual auctions.

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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! Be sure to opt into networking at time of registration to be able to connect with people through the tool. Celebrate each other and the work you do! The colorado mountains are inspired this event.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

MARCH 10, 2022

Whether we’ve convened in-person or virtually during a global pandemic, our Salesforce.org nonprofit community never misses an opportunity to celebrate, learn, and imagine a better, more equal world — together. Learning labs: Learning labs are a reimagined way to collaborate and learn in a virtual environment.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

And you can host them in person, or as virtual or hybrid events. Arrange inclusive community events: Community gatherings that celebrate diversity and inclusivity can resonate with a broad audience, including those who are passionate about social causes. These offerings can appeal to both your current and next-gen donors.

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Greater Giving

MAY 2, 2023

Spread Mental Health Nonprofit Awareness on Social Media Social media is a powerful tool for raising awareness about mental health issues. Host A Virtual Walks or Runs Many mental health nonprofits hold walks or runs during May as a way to raise awareness and funds for their cause.

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Greater Giving

MAY 28, 2021

Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) Houston , the largest, one-to-one mentoring agency in the country, found those same qualities served them well last year when they needed to quickly switch from hosting their yearly gala to hosting a virtual fundraiser during the pandemic. This resulted in the virtual BIG Taste at Home fundraiser.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 11, 2023

If you’re not familiar with this two-day virtual event, keep reading for a rundown on what it is and how to participate. If you’re a Neon One client (or if you want to know what we’re all about), make sure to drop by the product keynote for a sneak peek at upcoming features, new tools and enhancements, and a glimpse at our product roadmap.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 6, 2020

The in-person to virtual paradigm of the Spring was very reactive in nature, propelled by uncertainty and fear. Moving Beyond Virtual – The Reimagined Walk Hybrid. Bringing the larger community together virtually as a part of that experience will pave the way for in-person participants in the years to come.

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AccelEvents

JULY 6, 2021

According to Markletic, a majority of marketers (65%) need more than six weeks to promote large virtual conferences. the event type (Is the event in-person, virtual or a hybrid combination of both). Many successful event promotion campaigns come down to the software, tools, and integrations being used. . the audience size .

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Considering Special Events Events, virtual or in person, magnify engagement. The camaraderie of collective virtual gatherings or the grace of traditional galas, when directed well, can create ripples in your fundraising pond. All these tools are aimed at making your fundraising drive a seamless experience.

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sgEngage

APRIL 10, 2023

Whether you’re ready to jump back into in-person fundraising or would rather host a virtual event-free fundraiser , you’ll need tools in place to keep donors’ attention and motivate them to give. Celebrate students by offering prizes. Online donation processing tools. Simply focus your attention on donor engagement.

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Achieve

MAY 10, 2021

Announcing your campaign to the broader community to celebrate and explain its purpose. donor research tools. If in-person meetings aren’t feasible or if your prospect lives far away, virtual meetings have proven just as effective (and in many cases more convenient and efficient) ways to make connections and discuss your campaign.

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