Planning and executing an auction is hard work. There’s the venue, the guest list, the catering, the sponsors—the list goes on and on. There’s one big question we get from… Read More »
Fundraising Ideas, Tips & Strategies
Raise More with Engaging Emails
This post is the first in a series designed to teach the fundamentals of email marketing for nonprofits. These posts are based on the Effective Email Engagement for Nonprofits: The… Read More »
Find the Silent Auction Sweet Spot Part Two
In the first article of this two-part series, we looked at the concept of choice overload and reviewed some of the pros and cons related to small auctions with few… Read More »
Event Safety can Easily be Overlooked
At the top of every event planner’s mind is the prevention of unexpected emergencies during their big event. Nobody wants to be faced with having to make a last-minute decision… Read More »
3 Fundraising Habits for Bigger Results and Better Living
The time is always right to implement new ideas into your fundraising approach. Whether you find yourself at the end of a quarter or a fiscal year, consider each milestone… Read More »
Benefits of Attending Nonprofit Industry Conferences
Each year our Greater Giving team travels to numerous conferences, seminars and trade shows all over the country. In fact, last year we participated in or organized 43 different events!… Read More »
How to Handle Breaking News on Event Day
A busted pipe, inclement weather, or maybe a rerouted highway due to road construction; there is always the chance an unfortunate event may suddenly present itself with only moments to… Read More »
Generational Differences in Fundraising (Video and Transcript)
Are there generational differences in fundraising? And if so, what are there different ways to reach out to each generation? Discussing the opportunities to engage with younger generations, the older… Read More »
Get a Grip on Mobile Bidding (Video and Transcript)
Are you a little anxious about adding mobile bidding to your fundraising event? Worried your guests won’t like it? Confused by all the options out there? Listen in as our… Read More »
The Making of a Unique Event
Event organizers are masters of producing fun and exciting charitable events, but the task of making each one unique can be challenging. Covenant House Michigan has solved this dilemma… Read More »