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. Businesses, nonprofits, and charities who normally host a holiday fundraiser have been forced to move online, and finding ways to connect to once generous donors is tough. . Virtual Holiday Gala.

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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?

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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. 3) Cooking classes.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 8, 2022

As a nonprofit organization, these questions are becoming more relevant as many nonprofits are feeling the push of the metaverse in the form of crypto-donations, NFT fundraisers, environmental concerns, and cyber advocacy. NFTs have been seen as an investment opportunity for many and, in the nonprofit world, a new way to fundraise.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

In the modern fundraising world, creating an online fundraising strategy is essential to the success of your nonprofit. Aside from the necessity of virtual fundraising due to the pandemic, there are plenty of other bonuses to fundraising online. With virtual fundraising, it’s also much easier to expand your reach.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Golf tournament With the Masters Tournament in the first week of April, a community golf tournament is a great April fundraising idea for your nonprofit. Put on some Irish music and work with a local dance company to show off some Irish Riverdance for a more festive celebration. Patrick’s Day.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2021

“What kind of fundraisng event should I run for my nonprofit?”. Nonprofits are always looking for unique, creative, and effective fundraising events that will help them to stand out from the crowd. We’ve gathered 12 top-performing fundraising event ideas for nonprofits to inspire your next event. Walk or Run.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JANUARY 12, 2022

So if messaging is so important, why is the nonprofit sector referred to by a tax code assigned by the IRS 100 years ago? They’ve raised tens of millions of dollars by creating fundraising campaigns inside virtual gaming worlds. Last summer, with virtual fatigue , we adjusted again.” About the Author. Michael Seiler.

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Qgiv

MARCH 19, 2024

The backbone of sustainability for nonprofits often falls on the generosity of donors! 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? Donor appreciation events are meant to be fun!

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Qgiv

MAY 13, 2021

A hybrid fundraising event is a format that combines the best of in-person and virtual events. In our Navigating the Unknown report , we compared in-person events with virtual fundraising events and found that in-person fundraising earned a larger number of gifts, but virtual attendees gave in higher dollar amounts.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Now that we’re well into 2021 and approaching a post-COVID reality in many parts of the world, nonprofit professionals have pondered what fundraising events will look like with both in-person and virtual engagements. You already know that virtual auction fundraisers are possible and fruitful, but the possibilities are almost endless.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

And because we love rapid ideation and an excuse for a fundraiser here at Whole Whale, we’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. Fill a fish bowl with chocolate gold coins and invite supporters (either IRL or virtually using social media) to guess how many are in there for $2 a guess.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Fundraising events have always been a cornerstone of nonprofit organizations’ efforts to engage donors and garner financial support. And you can host them in person, or as virtual or hybrid events. For example, a movie-themed event or a gaming night can bring together a diverse audience.

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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! 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.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Live auctions are exciting, fast-paced nonprofit events that can bring in a lot of revenue. Musician’s clothing Costumes Musical instruments Include a certificate of authenticity with the item to reassure donors of its credibility. However, a live auction is only as good as the items that are available for bidding.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

The number of low-cost or free, web-based resources and tools available to nonprofits today is astounding. A social search tool that allows you to easily track mentions of your nonprofit on social networking sites, blogs, and websites. Be to search for your nonprofit to know how and where your brand is buzzing in the blogosphere!

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

That means nonprofits need to continue to be flexible and think on their feet. We have you covered with 18 successful- yet untapped- fall fundraising ideas for 2021 with options for in-person, virtual, or hybrid setups, so that you can respond quickly and easily to COVID no matter what happens. Of course, don’t forget the prizes.

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CauseVox

JUNE 28, 2021

Since 2012, thousands of nonprofits have run campaigns on CauseVox ’s fundraising platform. Catalogue for Philanthropy made use of Giving Tuesday Now (a national fundraising day to support nonprofits through COVID) to hype up their own one-day giving event online. Livestream Event.

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CauseVox

JUNE 1, 2021

Due to social isolation policies, many nonprofits have had to cancel or reimagine their future fundraising events (depending on their location). So before you cancel any events, consider whether you can turn it into something digital or virtual. Virtual Peer-to-Peer Fundraising. Virtual Live-Stream.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Coming up with fresh fundraising ideas for nonprofits isn’t always easy. To make it easy, here’s a list of 75 fundraising ideas for nonprofits. We’ve broken it down into traditional , seasonal , virtual , scholastic , kid-focused , and grown-ups-only events. Using a theme can make this a little easier.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 25, 2012

Facebook called it the “ Open Graph ” and the pr people called “A revolution to the whole meaning of listening to music together or family T.V.” They are mashing up apps, figuring out what music you listen to on Spotify and offering up tickets that might be of interest. with their Facebook friends.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 8, 2012

One of the biggest trends in mobile giving right now is gamification: the integration of game dynamics, like points, badges, or levels, into a fundraising or social good campaign. These apps have the power to help nonprofits and charities reach a whole new audience and raise awareness about their mission. Gamify Your Organization.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

By Sean Kosofsky , is the Nonprofit Fixer and founder of Mind the Gap Consulting. Nonprofit organizations have a lot of challenges relating to fundraising. Nonprofits need every tool possible to entice donors to join and then stick around for years. Download 54 Ways to Skyrocket Your Nonprofit Email List ! Get creative.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

With statistics like that, you don’t want your nonprofit to miss out on the charitable spirit of the holiday season. For a virtual option, set up an online store and have your supporters “purchase” toys from the store so your organization can purchase toys to distribute. However, it’s not always easy to draw in those donation numbers.

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Have Fun - Do Good

JANUARY 21, 2009

to a nonprofit," my husband said the other day over lunch. What if a group of nonprofits got together and created an application where you could donate to one, or all of the groups, each month through your iTunes account?" Seemed like a good idea to me so I started searching around for nonprofit-related iPhone apps.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

DECEMBER 26, 2008

They are on this list because I think they are great, because they have undergone a lot of change or development this year, or because they are game-changing. WP is clean and easy, and virtually hassle-free. I am administering and/or responsible for a couple of Virtual Private Servers that use it. Open Source Tools. WordPress.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 2, 2016

It’s as if we have become immune to the humanity that surrounds us at any given moment and find ourselves lost in a virtual, and often alternative, reality. And certainly more than just devices that help us organize our lives and preoccupy ourselves with games and gossip. Don’t misunderstand me.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

There are so many different kinds of nonprofit event ideas out there! The type of events that will work best for your nonprofit will depend on three major factors: Your organization’s mission, your available resources, and your supporter’s preferences. It’s a healthy and engaging way to support your nonprofit’s cause.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Nonprofits, schools, churches, and many other organizations were forced to get creative to come up with fundraising ideas during COVID. When the pandemic first started, who could’ve guessed that it would change the way many nonprofits fundraise forever? Virtual peer-to-peer fundraisers. Virtual auction fundraisers.

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Bloomerang

JULY 17, 2023

If you want to move away from transactional one-time gifts, and towards longer-term, transformational giving, here is the single most important thing you need to know to keep nonprofit donors: RESOLVE to rock the power of thank you! to Nonprofit Donors 1. You can even add music. Begin by making donor retention a priority.

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Neon CRM

APRIL 27, 2023

Holding events is a great way for nonprofits to raise money, engage constituents, and raise their profile. And if you don’t have a solid event planning strategy in place, your nonprofit’s next gala, fundraiser, or walkathon could end up costing you more in time, energy, and money than what your event ends up raising. Let’s get started!

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

APRIL 15, 2007

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Drupal, Joomla and Plone! I set up a mysql database in my standard generic virtual hosting setup, copied the downloaded and unzipped Joomla folder into my webspace by FTP, and fired up my browser.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Silent auctions are a great way to fundraise and encourage donors to get involved with nonprofits. As you begin marketing your auction, don’t forget to highlight auction items through various channels like social media, email, and your website, especially if your auction will be a virtual event. Ready to plan your auction?

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

If you lead a nonprofit, you know how important your fundraising events are. With technology improving, virtual and hybrid events rising in popularity, and new event ideas coming to fruition, it can be hard to determine the best fundraising event that aligns with your audience, goals, and overall mission. Let’s get started!

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

We asked Shadyac to share his learnings and advice for other nonprofit organizations to accelerate their fundraising efforts and investments in innovation. What is your number one piece of advice for other nonprofit leaders who are looking to reach new donors and grow their revenue? Jude is the charitable beneficiary of Inspiration4.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Walk-a-thons are a staple of schools and nonprofits all over the country. Charge a small fee for admission and plan a night full of engaging games and delicious snacks. Similar fundraisers are popular with nonprofits, too. One of the best things about this type of event is that it’s easy to make it an in-person or virtual event!

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Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

Donations are essential to the health of your nonprofit organization. However, collecting donations is easier said than done, whether you’re a small nonprofit just starting out or a large, well-established organization. Up your storytelling game. Don’t forget about direct mail! Use social media. Look for grants.

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