It’s been said that you win hearts through the stomach. If you’re an event planner you know that the quality of food and drink at a fundraising event can make… Read More »
Nonprofit Stories
Invitation Checklist: What to Include on Your Next Event’s Invite
Designing an event invitation guaranteed to grab attention and spark interest in your next fundraiser can be a challenge. Whether it’s a traditional paper invitation received through the mail, or… Read More »
Treating Donors Like People, not Dollars – Guest Post
In the competitive world of nonprofit donors, we want to look at how to treat our donors so they enjoy lasting, loyal, and productive relationships with us. We need… Read More »
Common Nonprofit Board Committees You Need to Know About
So many responsibilities, so little time. How does a nonprofit board get it all done? Divide and conquer with well-designed board committees. Board Committees allow a board to work efficiently… Read More »
What Makes a Strong Non-Profit Board
Have you ever been in a board of directors meeting where everything is just humming along? The work gets done and everyone has a good time doing it. What is… Read More »
Keeping Your Staff Motivated During the Holidays
Benefits, galas, and end-of-year donations—the holiday season is a busy time for nonprofits. It’s the last chance to meet yearly fundraising goals and establish relationships that will be helpful to… Read More »
The Importance of Branding in the Nonprofit Sector
The term “branding” is increasingly working its way into the vernacular of non-profit organizations. Brands are synonymous with recognition and today’s reality is that recognized non-profits tend to dominate fundraising… Read More »
Individual Giving: 2017 Report Shows Increase Year over Year
Individuals have long contributed the lion’s share of charitable giving over the years. Last year’s record-breaking level of philanthropy was no exception, with individuals contributing 71% of the $410.02 billion… Read More »
A Three-Pronged Approach to Calm Event Management
Staying calm amid chaos is one of the most important job requirements for an event planner. For some, it’s a trait that comes naturally. For others, it’s something they must… Read More »
How to Score Free Swag for Your Next Event
There’s no question that people want, and often expect, to receive swag at an event, especially if they have paid for entry. On the flip side, companies recognize that swag… Read More »