Bloomerang

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Before the COVID-19 pandemic , which placed restrictions on meeting in person, nonprofit headquarter site visits mainly entailed giving a visitor a tour of your nonprofit’s facilities. . Now, however, most site visits are taking place virtually via tools like Zoom. Two things to remember about virtual nonprofit site visits.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

But while many nonprofits have deep experience with in-person events, even they quickly learned that virtual events come with unique challenges and considerations. This guide is designed with nonprofit staff in mind, especially those planning a virtual fundraising event for the first time.

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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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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Rather than missing out entirely, transitioning in-person events to virtual fundraisers helps you to continue to raise crucial funds for your cause, while our supporters stay safe and support you from their own homes. Ready to take your virtual fundraising to the next level? Accessing fitness events virtually.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 8, 2020

But does the same hold true for virtual events? . The good news is that virtual events can provide even more benefits and a greater return on investment (ROI) than a traditional physical event. . To help you decide if virtual event sponsorship is right for you, we’ve listed all the reasons why you should sponsor a virtual event!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 24, 2020

Meico Whitlock (Mindful Techie) leads the NTEN Board in a meditation meeting opener. My first remote job was to work with a virtual team to manage an online network for artists, called Artswire. As nonprofits are impacted by the CoronaVirus and need more virtual meeting skills, I’d like to share what I have learned. ” .

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 10, 2024

An online community is a group of people with a shared interest or purpose who choose to connect and communicate virtually. Associations can utilize online community platforms to create a virtual environment for members to connect. Here are three more ways an online community differs from virtual networking communities: 1.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 25, 2020

Virtual events offer a lot of benefits to an event organizer. Virtual attendees can see benefits as well! A virtual event means that those face-to-face interactions will not be possible but that does not mean that you can’t facilitate and encourage networking all the same. . Advertise the Opportunities. Show Them How.

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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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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Ever since virtual events first became possible, the tech industry has been all over this space. And now, more than ever, tech has risen to the challenge and hosted some of the biggest most important tech virtual events this year. . From an industry that knows tech, it only makes sense that they can excel in the virtual space.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 16, 2021

For the last three years, I’ve devoted virtually every day to the challenge of training professionals and especially volunteer fundraisers to overcome the fear of asking for gifts for their favorite nonprofits. By every measure, an in-person ask provides the most bang for the buck. 1: Not asking through a personal meeting.

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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. At in-person events, your donor outreach team can have one-on-one conversations with multiple guests to help start your nonprofit’s relationship with them off on the right foot.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 15, 2020

The accessibility of video conferencing tools has made attending a meeting through a video conference app like Zoom the standard fare for professional and personal connections. But the virtual space is not just limited to virtual staff meetings or social gatherings. Best Practices for Running a Virtual Trade Show.

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Qgiv

APRIL 6, 2021

However, sometimes you need to ask for donations in person at fundraising events or other functions. Not only does this help alleviate any miscommunication that can happen with less-human communication channels, but it also makes it easier for your organization to form more meaningful relationships with your donors.

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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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Whole Whale

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

But it’s important to confront the mythology around the holiday too, which is why we’ve collected helpful information and tips for practicing inclusivity during Thanksgiving. Your organization’s supporters have donated their time, attention, and/or dollars to help you drive impact this year.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

We hear a lot these days about virtual events. As you move in-person events online – or create all-new virtual events – there are a few things you can do to ensure success. As you move in-person events online – or create all-new virtual events – there are a few things you can do to ensure success. Build a plan.

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Association Analytics

MARCH 1, 2023

Let’s take a look at a few ways you can shift challenges into opportunities, keep your association top of mind, and maintain your revenue stream in 2023. Customer segmentation is another helpful approach to consider. This proactive strategy will definitely help set your association apart in such a busy world!

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AccelEvents

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

One of the most complicated decisions of the virtual event planning process is determining how to price your virtual event. The price of your virtual event needs to be low enough to offer value to your target audience but also high enough to convey that your event provides an experience worth having. The short answer: not quite.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 20, 2021

It may make sense to hire someone to give you that help, especially if that person has the skills you need and can work remotely. What you need is a nonprofit virtual assistant or VA. A virtual assistant is an independent contractor who provides services for clients while working from their home office. Nor should you.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 21, 2022

If you’ve taken on a virtual fundraising campaign before, you know it can be hard work. Members not knowing how to use your virtual donation platform , or not even knowing about your campaign in the first place. These ideas all have one thing in common: member experience is always top of mind. Low social media engagement.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Gathering restrictions, social distancing mandates, and in some places, stay at home orders have meant that in-person events have been shifted to a virtual or hybrid event format. And with this shift has come a new type of event venue: the virtual event venue. . What is a Virtual Event Venue?

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Achieve

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

These ideas are all virtual-friendly to adhere to social distancing and ensure the safety of your staff members and supporters alike. Planning virtual stewardship events. . Keep in mind that not only are these strategies effective now, but they also work during “normal” times! This personalization makes an impact! .

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Classy

JULY 14, 2021

The best way to learn about virtual fundraising events is to hear from those who’ve experienced them. We recently wrapped up our 2021 Collaborative: Virtual Sessions event here at Classy. Get to know their top insights and learning moments to accelerate the impact of your nonprofit’s next virtual fundraising event.

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sgEngage

APRIL 11, 2022

While traditional methods can still impact supporters, more and more organizations interested in starting an advocacy initiative look to virtual campaigns first. Whether your nonprofit is interested in spreading awareness or influencing how their supporters might vote , virtual campaigns have the potential to reach a large audience, fast.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Aside from the necessity of virtual fundraising due to the pandemic, there are plenty of other bonuses to fundraising online. More involved in-person fundraisers or campaigns that require lots of resources can eat into your profit margins. With virtual fundraising, it’s also much easier to expand your reach. Email campaigns.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 30, 2023

While you might plan your volunteer programs with a focus on your in-person supporters, it’s also critical to keep your remote volunteers in mind. Because of their distance, however, it’s easy for them to feel disconnected from your nonprofit’s community if you don’t have specific initiatives to help them feel included and engaged.

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Achieve

AUGUST 18, 2020

Amid all the challenges and disruptions that 2020 has already thrown our way, tackling a new kind of virtual event might feel like a major undertaking for your nonprofit’s team. Besides, virtual engagement is now an integral (and necessary) part of keeping up your fundraising momentum. online and virtual fundraising.

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AccelEvents

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic forced event organizers to make a quick pivot from in-person events to virtual events. Running a successful virtual event is easy if you are willing to learn from the mistakes that you and others have made. Here are 8 virtual event mistakes and some recommendations on what you can do to avoid them!

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 21, 2020

To avoid losing that income and as a way of connecting with patrons, fans, and community members, these organizations can host a New Year’s Eve event in a virtual format. . 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. Games are fun.

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 20, 2022

Before the prevalence of virtual events, conventions, trade shows, and other large-scale events used to be a real in-person extravaganza. But what do we want our virtual events to look like going forward, and how does sustainability play a part in those plans? No longer true in the world of virtual events.

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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

JULY 1, 2020

Virtual career fairs do not face these same limitations and can open recruiters to a wider, and potentially deeper, global talent pool. If you are thinking of hosting a virtual career fair, here is what you need to know: What is a Virtual Career Fair? Instead of in person, this event is hosted through a virtual event platform.

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Greater Giving

JULY 23, 2021

But embracing low-cost technological solutions can help. 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. Grandparents?

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Classy

MAY 7, 2021

The Collaborative: Virtual Sessions , hosted by Classy , is an online conference designed exclusively for nonprofit and social sector professionals. For the second year in a row, the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions is completely free, and completely virtual. 10 Reasons to Attend the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 25, 2020

The emergence of virtual events during the COVID-19 pandemic has lead to the development of new and unexpected roles on an event team. For an event planner, hosting a successful virtual event takes more than just finding the right virtual platform and using the proper marketing tactics. A virtual emcee. Virtual Emcee.

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 20, 2021

When one of the world’s leading digital sales and marketing agencies decided to go virtual they chose Accelevents as the platform that could deliver the goods and then some. Prior to the pandemic, IMPACT hosted in-person events that created buzz and provided education to the marketing and sales community. ” Final Thoughts. “I

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