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Fundraising Ideas, Tips & Strategies
The Check-out Where Everyone Leaves Happy
This is the third in a series of posts about running a successful fundraising event night, written by event service professionals. Event service professionals help troubleshoot technology, advise on using event software,… Read More »
A Five Ingredient Recipe for a Successful Fundraising Dinner
From fun, family affairs with sweet treats and fried food on a stick, to sophisticated galas, with cocktails and finger foods, there is always one special “recipe” for every event… Read More »
Capturing Your Event’s Best Moments Using a Smartphone Camera
In the age of the “selfie,” smartphone cameras have turned novice photographers into amateur photojournalists. With the latest video and photography technology now available on most cell phones, all the… Read More »
Getting Your Venue Prepared for Online Bidding
So, you’ve already done some of the heaviest lifting in adopting a new technology—you’ve sold your nonprofit’s board on online bidding, then you reached out to guests about how to… Read More »
Using Food to Set First & Last Impressions at Your Event
First and last impressions matter, especially when asking donors for their support. At a fundraising event guests expect to see the best from your non-profit as soon as they check-in,… Read More »
How to Pick the Best Event Photographer
Congratulations! You’ve started planning your fundraising event. Chances are that right now you’re scanning your event budget, and wondering how you can save money. It’s all about raising money, and… Read More »
Start SMART When Setting Fundraising Goals
Setting appropriate goals is one of the first and most important aspects of planning a successful event for your nonprofit. Attainable goals affect every aspect of your planning and if… Read More »
Wall of Wine – Liven Up Your Event with a Wine Pull
This is a fun addition to any fundraiser that allows attendees to donate to your cause and walk away with a bottle of wine. Guests purchase a random, wrapped bottle… Read More »
Selective Drawing Gives Guest Choices
Provide an array of prizes and put them on display. Like a random drawing, guests receive tickets. Each prize has an entry box next to it where guests can deposit… Read More »