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Maximizing ROI at Your Benefit Auction -San Antonio
2017-09-19 08:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway St., San Antonio, TX, 78209, United States
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical strategies that will increase revenues at your next fundraising event. Join renowned Benefit Auctioneer Specialist, Gayle Stallings of FUNauctions and Aimee Haworth of Greater Giving
Are you looking for fresh ideas to spice up your nonprofit fundraising event? Or are you starting from scratch and want to start with the best practices for the most successful gala event?
This seminar will explore key themes on what your organization can do to maximize your nonprofit fundraising potential from planning to final wrap up. Learn tips and tricks from the best benefit auctions around the country and walk away with fresh ideas to use today.
At this nonprofit fundraising seminar, gain insight on:

Which part of your nonprofit fundraiser brings in the most money
Tips for drastically increasing your live auction revenue
How to craft your best special appeal strategy
Revenue enhancers beyond the raffle
Strategies to refresh your silent auction
Best practices for check-in and check out

SAVE YOUR SEAT »
The Witte Museum
Tuesday, September 19
Registration 8:30am
Seminar 9:00am – 12:00pm

Maximizing ROI at Your Benefit Auction - Austin, TX
2017-09-21 08:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Norris Conference Center, 2525 W Anderson Ln #365, Austin, TX, 78757, United States
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical strategies that will increase revenues at your next fundraising event. Join renowned Benefit Auctioneer Specialist, Gayle Stallings of FUNauctions and Stephanie Martin of Greater Giving
Are you looking for fresh ideas to spice up your nonprofit fundraising event? Or are you starting from scratch and want to start with the best practices for the most successful gala event?
This seminar will explore key themes on what your organization can do to maximize your nonprofit fundraising potential from planning to final wrap up. Learn tips and tricks from the best benefit auctions around the country and walk away with fresh ideas to use today.
At this nonprofit fundraising seminar, gain insight on:

Which part of your nonprofit fundraiser brings in the most money
Tips for drastically increasing your live auction revenue
How to craft your best special appeal strategy
Revenue enhancers beyond the raffle
Strategies to refresh your silent auction
Best practices for check-in and check out

SAVE YOUR SEAT »
Norris Conference Center
Thursday, September 21
Registration 8:30am
Seminar 9:00am – 12:00pm

Auction 2.0 Seminar - Redding, CA
2017-10-24 08:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | IL
An in-depth fundraising auction workshop focused on maximizing your event’s existing potential
10/24/2017 Redding, CA
Presented by Greater Giving, Stellar Fundraising Auctions, and Beth Sandefur Events
Ready to take your fundraising auction to the next level? Want to learn how raise more money without doing more work? Whether your event is in two weeks or 20, this highly interactive workshop will provide you with proven strategies to maximize the philanthropic potential of your crowd. Learn how to fine-tune your fund-a-need for maximum effect, enhance your existing auction lots, streamline your registration process and more.
Session topics will include:

Strategies to refresh your silent auction
Brainstorming ways to enhance your auction lots
Online & mobile bidding
Streamlining check-in and check-out
Seven keys to a successful fund-a-need

Hands on online and mobile bidding demo:
Many organizations are looking for information about the most buzzed about trend in events: online and mobile bidding. This workshop session will include an overview of Greater Giving’s Online Bidding platform with all new features. We’ll discuss how online and mobile bidding impacts your event and discuss best practices for implementation.
Tuesday, October 24, 2017 – Shasta Regional Community Foundation
8:30am Registration
9:00am – 1:00pm
$19.95 *includes lunch

All in! Fundraising Seminar with Kathy Kingston and Liz Page
2017-10-26 13:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | The University of Massachusetts Club, 1 Beacon St., Boston, MA, 02108, United States
Greater Giving is excited to sponsor…All in! Fundraising Seminar
Thursday October 26, 2017
Boston, MA
If you have seen that fundraising is flat or even down, you are about to discover why many benefit events and auctions never reach their full philanthropic potential – UNTIL NOW.
Double your impact! Two top fundraising experts, Liz Page and Kathy Kingston, will share their insider secrets with you. Kathy Kingston, fundraising strategist, professional auctioneer and bestselling author who will reveal her powerful and innovative strategies from her blockbuster bestseller, A Higher Bid.
Liz Page, fundraising expert and top event producer will share how to create signature experiences with unforgettable power and style to help you reach your next level of success and visibility and exceed your revenue goals. She is proud to partner with Kathy Kingston, who will be sharing her trade secrets to fresh profit-making strategies you can immediately use to raise more money.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

Learn 3 innovative strategies to attract new donors
Discover how to create high profit signature events
Unleash 4 little-known ways to turn bidders into major donors
Get an instant live auction makeover
Communicate the impact of your donors’ gift
Discover 5 post event things you must do
Double (or even triple) event income in just 10 minutes

YOU’LL RECEIVE

Three hour interactive, content-rich and fun seminar
Thousands of dollars of innovative proven fundraising ideas
Personal coaching from Kathy Kingston and Liz Page
Signed copy of A Higher Bid book
Complimentary refreshments

The Art of the Gala Seminar-Denver, CO
2018-05-16 09:30 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lowry Conference Center, 1061 Akron Way, Denver, CO, 80230, United States
Presented by Martin Auctioneering, Bolder Events, and Greater Giving
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical strategies that will increase revenues at your next fundraising event. Join benefit auction specialist, Don Martin of Martin Auctioneering and Linda Shaw of Bolder Events as they discuss best practices for a successful gala.

BONUS SESSION
This session will cover new trends in online and mobile bidding technologies. We will discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with minimal effort using online bidding; how online auctions can be seamlessly integrated, and how to leverage social media to extend your fundraising reach.

At this nonprofit fundraising seminar, become an expert in “The Art of the Gala” gaining insight on:

Which part of your nonprofit fundraiser brings in the most money
Tips for drastically increasing your live auction revenue
How to craft your best special appeal strategy
Strategies to refresh your silent auction

Registration Fee: $19.95
*Includes lunch
Presenters:

Linda Shaw, Bolder Events Inc. Linda is the owner and CEO of Bolder Events. She started Bolder Events in 2007 to address a gap in services offered by most traditional event planners. She holds an undergraduate degree from Denver University as well as an MBA from the University of Colorado. Linda has extensive event planning experience and has also worked as a corporate trainer for Hallmark Cards. Bolder Events provides non- profit customers with “bold”, innovative and flexible solutions to take the stress out of planning a successful fundraising event. Offering consulting services and support through the entire planning process, then providing staff and equipment to run event night – Bolder Events will make your event a success with less stress!
Don Martin, Martin Auctioneering Don Martin founded Martin Auctioneering after retiring in 2001. Shortly after 9/11, he decided it was time to do something more fulfilling with a greater sense of community service. This gave rise to Martin Auctioneering. Since then the company has raised millions of dollars annually for a wide variety of charities that Martin feels personally aligned with. After 33+ years of auctioneering, he is still going strong and remains passionate when asked about the charities he serves. Exclusively serving nonprofits is something he is particularly proud of. Though raised in New York he has lived in Colorado for over 27 years and considers it to be his adopted home state. He lives with the love of his life, Victoria and their trusted best friend, Bodi in Frederick, CO. When they’re not at work you will find them on the golf course or traveling around the country in their motor coach.

Event Counseling with the Experts Seminar - Seattle, WA
2018-06-28 08:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Mercer Island Community Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St, Mercer Island, WA, 98040, United States
A customized, interactive fundraising workshop
Your organization faces many unique challenges in the planning and execution of your fundraising events. Fundraising experts, Graham Crow and Tim Leahy want to learn about your specific events and tailor this workshop to your desires and needs. After registering, you’ll be able to complete a survey about your event and exactly what you’d like Graham and Tim to discuss during the seminar.

DIY Content
This session will feature the things you most want to learn! After registration, you will be sent a survey so we can learn all about your organization and the specific content you’d like to hear more about at the seminar.

During this custom seminar, you will learn about:

Streamlining check-in and check-out
New, and proven revenue-generating ideas
The importance of knowing your event attendees/donors — what they expect and what they like
Our experts’ five event-must-haves

Registration Fee: $19.95
*Includes lunch
Presenters:

Graham Crow, Graham Crow Benefit Auctions For the past 27 years, Graham Crow has been working with schools, charities, and organizations all over the United States and Canada, raising more than 75 million dollars through benefit auctions. His philosophy of encouraging people to “spend more than you had planned, but to feel really good about doing so,” has made him one of the most sought-after auctioneers in North America. He has never met an auction he didn’t love.
Tim Leahy, Leahy Benefit Auction Services Tim Leahy’s warmth, professional style, and sense of humor set the stage for your Auction guests to have a fun-filled and enjoyable evening while bidding very generously. He takes a personal interest in the financial and entertainment success of your event. He only services benefit auctions and works diligently to generate the maximum dollars to support your charities. Tim is a master at working with large or small auction committees while providing as much or little pre-auction support as each auction chair requests. Tim is equally talented at helping new auction chairs holding their first auction, or established auctions that need to generate substantial revenue for the continued success of the charity.

Insider Secrets of Fundraising Events Seminar - Denver, CO
2018-08-02 08:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Regis University, 3333 Regis Blvd, Denver, CO, 80221, United States
An interactive fundraising workshop
Fundraising events, and auctions, in particular, can be a tremendous way to raise both money and support for your cause. A well-planned auction means considering a multitude of variables, that most people, even experienced staffers, may overlook. This workshop is designed to be an interactive opportunity to learn about many aspects of a fundraising auction event, including event logistics (sound, layout, guest traffic flow), investment considerations (AV/sound support, catering, bands, decorations), mission and message (what to say, when to say it, and how long to keep talking), as well as a variety of other considerations. Your panel of presenters can answer questions on virtually every aspect from concept through execution and post-event details. You’ll leave with tips, ideas, and concepts that you can put to use immediately.

Special Session
Interested in finding out more about Greater Giving? Team members Debby and Grant will be on hand to talk about our solutions and how they can improve your fundraising efforts.

In addition, we will discuss:

Streamlining check-in and check-out
Event logistics
The best place to invest your event dollars
Mission and message on event night

Registration Fee: $19.95
*Includes lunch
Presenters:
Richard D. Schur, CAI, AMM, BAS, MPPA, CMEA, UCMA, Schur Success Group: Real Estate, Auctions, Asset Appraisals, Fundraising
Rich Schur is a recognized leader in the Auction industry. He is the Chief Operating Officer and Lead Auctioneer, and Employing Broker for the Schur Success Group, based in Monument, Colorado. Rich graduated from the Worldwide College of Auctioneering in 2005 and is the 2010 Colorado State Champion Auctioneer.
Rich and his wife Shannon, also an accomplished auctioneer, were among the first in the Nation to earn the coveted Benefit Auctioneer Specialist designation, and have helped non-profit organizations across the country raise millions of dollars. Rich excels both on stage, and as a consulting partner to his fundraising clients. His goal is not only to help his clients raise money but to help them raise friends and fun and further their missions.
Rich is a staff instructor for the National Auctioneers Association, teaching designation courses, workshops, and seminars at state and national conferences. He is also a staff instructor for the Texas Auction Academy and Worldwide College of Auctioneering.
Rich has earned his CAI (Certified Auctioneers Institute), his AMM (Auction Marketing Management), his BAS (Benefit Auctioneer Specialist), and his MPPA (Master Personal Property Appraiser) designations through the National Auctioneers Association (NAA). He has also earned his CMEA (Certified Machinery & Equipment Appraiser) and is a United Country Master Auctioneer (UCMA).
He is a Past President of the Colorado Auctioneers Association and has served on the Board of Directors for the National Auctioneers Association. Rich is the Chairman of his local Chamber of Commerce and has served as a Director or Board member for Training, Human Resources, and civic organizations across the country.
Rich has a Master’s Degree in Continuing Adult Education and a Bachelor’s Degree in Workforce Training and Education
Kara Pappas
Kara Pappas has been managing nonprofit development initiatives for the past 12 years. Her most recent post was as chief development officer for Project Sanctuary, where she oversaw advancement initiatives fueling nationwide programming for military and veteran families. While with Project Sanctuary, Kara launched the OPS Gala, attracting supporters from across the country, and raising a total of $615,000 in just three years. Prior to joining Project Sanctuary, Kara was the director of development at Longmont Humane Society and managed development programming for Larimer Humane Society before that. Kara has a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Technical Communication from Colorado State University and a master’s degree in Nonprofit Management from Regis University.

Mastering Auction Challenges Seminar - Spokane, WA
2018-09-20 08:30 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Spokane Convention Center, 334 W Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Making Everything Count
How can you reduce your fundraising stress while maximizing auction returns? This seminar will teach you how to enhance what you are already doing for your auction, avoid operational pitfalls, and streamline processes for maximum results. You’ll also learn how to make your event night and program run smoothly through best-practice technology planning. In this seminar, we will share the tips, tricks, and strategies learned at hundreds of benefit auctions. You’ll get the best practices compiled from the experience of thousands of Greater Giving Clients. You’ll also get some new strategies to help your paddle raise excel.

Special Session
Many organizations are looking for information about the next new thing in silent auctions: Mobile Bidding. During the seminar, we will cover new trends in fundraising using mobile bidding technologies. We’ll discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with ease using Greater Giving’s Mobile Bidding.

At this seminar, you will learn how to stand out with tips on:

How to improve your silent auction performance
Procurement
Revenue generating ideas
Best practice technology
Streamline check-in/out
Mobile Bidding

Thursday, September 20th – Spokane, WA
8:30 am-12:30 pm
Location:
Spokane Convention Center
334 W Spokane Falls Blvd
Spokane, WA 99201
Registration Fee: $19.95
*Includes lunch
Presenters:
Stephen Kilbreath, BAS, Stephen Kilbreath Auctions & Events
Stephen has been a fundraising auctioneer since the early 90s, calling hundreds of auctions. Auction work has taken him across the country – with most of the auctions in the Northwest. Not only is Stephen a top benefit auctioneer – his name may be familiar because of his long broadcasting career. Stephen’s sincerity, authenticity and a terrific understanding of benefit auctions makes him stand out. His style is entertaining and conversational – making it an enjoyable and memorable evening for your guests. Stephen excels at connecting and reading his audiences, all resulting in generating the most revenue possible for his auction clients.
Kim Bauman, Area Marketing Manager, Greater Giving
Kim started using the company’s solutions as a parent volunteer for her children’s school auction in 2002. She was so impressed with the software and the company that she joined the team in 2005. Due to her commitment to area schools and nonprofits, Kim continues to volunteer to assist at a variety of fundraising events, honing her skills in using Greater Giving software to streamline event planning and execution and night-of-event check-in and checkout processes.

Fundraising Event Success for Development Professionals Seminar-Houston, TX
2018-10-10 08:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Westin Houston at the Galleria, 5060 W. Alabama St., Houston, TX, 77056, United States
Making Everything Count
Would you like your next special event to make more money? Have a seamless guest experience? Leave you and your team feeling refreshed? Of course, you do!
Join Houston’s own, Renee Jones, International Champion Auctioneer, and Certified Benefit Specialist as she takes you through proven techniques to increase revenue, reduce cost, energize supporters and make your next special event the best it can be. Come and get an insiders look from an auctioneer who hosts countless record-breaking auctions each year.

Special Content-Mobile Bidding
Many organizations are looking for information about the newest in silent auctions: Mobile Bidding. During the seminar, we will cover new trends in fundraising using mobile bidding technologies. We’ll discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with ease using Greater Giving’s Mobile Bidding.

At this seminar, we will cover:

Board commitment and strategy
Marketing Your Events
Technology applications and engagement at your events
Increasing appeal success
Utilizing Social Math for event night
Hot or Not Event Trends
Top Revenue Enhancing games

Wednesday, October 10th – Houston, TX
8:30 am-12:30 pm
Location:
Westin Houston at the Galleria
5060 W. Alabama St.
Houston, TX 77056
Registration Fee: $19.95
Presenter:
Renee Jones, CAI, AARE, BAS, CES, National Fundraising Solutions
Renee’s passion for fundraising was instilled in her by her parents who centered their family activities around volunteerism, fundraising and bettering the communities they lived in. Her first official fundraiser was when she joined forces with her childhood mentor to save and restore the Santa Fe Depot in the community her parents had retired in after leaving Houston. Renee was twelve at the time! The foundation of her charitable commitment was solidified before she graduated college and she has raised over 900 million dollars in the last three decades for deserving nonprofits across the United States. Renee currently serves on three boards in addition to teaching other development professionals techniques like you on how to take your next special event to the next level of success!

Event Night Success Seminar Session 1-Boston, MA
2018-10-11 08:30 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Downtown, 821 Washington St., Boston, MA, 02111, United States
Calling all New England Fundraisers!
Greater Giving is hosting an Event Night Success seminar in Boston on October 11th! With over 16 years of experience, Greater Giving is dedicated to providing proven solutions to the nonprofit community to improve fundraising efforts. This seminar will help you create an innovative guest-centric event that raises more! Pick from one of two sessions that best fit your schedule, the same content will be covered during both.
Thursday, October 11th
Session 1: 8:30 am-10:30 am
Session 2: 1:30 pm-3:30 pm
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Downtown
821 Washington St.
Boston, MA 02111
Cost: $9.95

Fundraising Event Success for Development Professionals Seminar-The Woodlands, TX
2018-10-11 12:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Woodlands Waterway Marriott, 1601 Lake Robbins Dr., The Woodlands, TX, 77380, United States
Making Everything Count
Would you like your next special event to make more money? Have a seamless guest experience? Leave you and your team feeling refreshed? Of course, you do!
Join Houston’s own, Renee Jones, International Champion Auctioneer, and Certified Benefit Specialist as she takes you through proven techniques to increase revenue, reduce cost, energize supporters and make your next special event the best it can be. Come and get an insiders look from an auctioneer who hosts countless record-breaking auctions each year.

Special Content-Mobile Bidding
Many organizations are looking for information about the newest in silent auctions: Mobile Bidding. During the seminar, we will cover new trends in fundraising using mobile bidding technologies. We’ll discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with ease using Greater Giving’s Mobile Bidding.

At this seminar, we will cover:

Board commitment and strategy
Marketing Your Events
Technology applications and engagement at your events
Increasing appeal success
Utilizing Social Math for event night
Hot or Not Event Trends
Top Revenue Enhancing games

Thursday, October 11th – The Woodlands, TX
12:30 pm-4:30 pm
Location:
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott
1601 Lake Robbins Dr.
The Woodlands, TX 77380
Registration Fee: $19.95
Presenter:
Renee Jones, CAI, AARE, BAS, CES, National Fundraising Solutions
Renee’s passion for fundraising was instilled in her by her parents who centered their family activities around volunteerism, fundraising and bettering the communities they lived in. Her first official fundraiser was when she joined forces with her childhood mentor to save and restore the Santa Fe Depot in the community her parents had retired in after leaving Houston. Renee was twelve at the time! The foundation of her charitable commitment was solidified before she graduated college and she has raised over 900 million dollars in the last three decades for deserving nonprofits across the United States. Renee currently serves on three boards in addition to teaching other development professionals techniques like you on how to take your next special event to the next level of success!

Event Night Success Seminar Session 2-Boston, MA
2018-10-11 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Downtown, 821 Washington St., Boston, MA, 02111, United States

Lunch & Learn Hosted by Fund Your Org-Oklahoma City, OK
2018-12-12 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OSU Student Center, Conference South, 900 N. Portland Ave., Oklahoma City, OK, 73107, United States
Join Rick Miller and the Fund Your Org Team for a Lunch and Learn sponsored by Greater Giving!
During your lunch hour, learn about event fundraising software & mobile bidding.

Ready to automate your registration, check in and check out? Interested in mobile bidding? Want to simplify the process? Learn how to choose the right software that will best support your fundraising efforts.

Greater Giving team member Aimee will be on hand to answer all your questions.

To register to attend, please call Lyndsey at 918.878.8152

What's New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 Seminar - Salt Lake City, UT
2019-03-12 08:30 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek, 75 South West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101, United States
What’s New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 – Your Guide to the latest Tips, Tricks and Trends
Tuesday, March 12th, 2019
Our two 90 minute sessions will deliver focused content specific to auction fundraising trends – we’ll share data, ideas, best practices and anecdotes from the thousands of auctions we are fortunate enough to be a part of from across the country.
In addition, we’ll have grab bags, raffles and games with great prizes – we’ll also provide plenty of snacks and refreshments!
Our content has been developed by John Chase – Sr. Manager of Customer Success at Greater Giving. John has participated in the success of hundreds of non-profit auctions across the country and creates engaging and adaptable content for organizations to access the ideas that are creating buzz and raising money at events across the country.
Session 1- 9:00 am-11:00 am
Session 2-1:00 pm-3:00 pm
*Choose the time that works best for you! The same content will be covered at both sessions.

Raising Paddles Fundraising Workshop-Albuquerque, NM
2019-05-14 | Sandia Golf Club, 30 Rainbow Road, Albuquerque, NM, 87113, United States
Learn how to increase results at your next gala!
Greater Giving is excited to sponsor this event and hope to see you there!
Come join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event.
We will have Lunch, Live Entertainment, and Prizes!
Who should attend?

Nonprofit and Development Directors
Gala Committee Chairs
Special Events Coordinator

Raising Paddles Fundraising Workshop-Santa Fe, NM
2019-05-15 | Hilton Santa Fe, 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87506, United States

What's New in Fundraising Auctions 2019-Palm Springs, CA
2019-06-06 | Hyatt Palm Springs, 285 N Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA, 92262, United States
What’s New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 – Your Guide to the latest Tips, Tricks, and Trends
Thursday, June 6th, 2019
Presented by Greater Giving & Event Solutions
Our two 80 minute sessions will deliver focused content specific to auction fundraising trends – we’ll share data, ideas, best practices and anecdotes from auctions we are fortunate enough to be a part of from across the country.
In addition, we’ll have grab bags, raffles and games with great prizes – we’ll also provide plenty of snacks and refreshments!
Our content has been curated and will be presented by Eileen Hayden – founder of Event Solutions. Eileen has more than 25 years of experience in non-profit fundraising event management, helping organizations maximize growth and streamlined management of their galas, auctions and golf tournaments.
We are thrilled that Event Solutions is partnering with Greater Giving to offer a seminar packed with valuable information, tools and best practices that you can apply to your fundraising!
Session 1- 9:00 am-11:00 am
Session 2-1:00 pm-3:00 pm
*Choose the time that works best for you! The same content will be covered at both sessions.
Location: Hyatt Palm Springs, Palm Canyon Room

What's New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 Seminar-Boise, ID
2019-06-19 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Grove Hotel, 245 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
What’s New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 – Your Guide to the latest Tips, Tricks, and Trends
Wednesday, June 19th, 2019
Our two 90 minute sessions will deliver focused content specific to auction fundraising trends – we’ll share data, ideas, best practices and anecdotes from the thousands of auctions we are fortunate enough to be a part of from across the country.
In addition, we’ll have grab bags, raffles and games with great prizes – we’ll also provide plenty of snacks and refreshments!
Our content has been developed by John Chase – Sr. Manager of Customer Success at Greater Giving. John has participated in the success of hundreds of non-profit auctions across the country and creates engaging and adaptable content for organizations to access the ideas that are creating buzz and raising money at events across the country.
Session 1- 9:00 am-11:00 am
Session 2-1:00 pm-3:00 pm
*Choose the time that works best for you! The same content will be covered at both sessions.
Location: The Grove Hotel, Ivy Room

Raising Paddles Seminar-Chicago 2019
2019-08-06 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hotel Arista, 2139 City Gate Ln., Naperville, IL, 60563, United States
Register today to join us for a day of learning in Chicago!
Come join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Our focus will be on a full guest experience, so you can enjoy the day as an attendee, including a mock auction, entertainment, and a full guest experience from check-in to check-out. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event the night of your event.
Tuesday, August 6th, 2019
9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Hotel Arista
2139 City Gate Ln.
Naperville, IL 60563

$50 Per Person
Included in your admission: Seminar, lunch, entertainment, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event, meet & greet with event sponsors.
Featured Topics: Event Planning, Audience Development, Board Engagement, Revenue Enhancement, and Donor Stewardship

Raising Paddles Seminar-St. Louis 2019
2019-08-07 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Missouri Athletic Club, 1777 Des Peres Rd, Town and Country, MO, 63131, United States
Register today to join us for a day of learning in St. Louis!
Come join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Our focus will be on a full guest experience, so you can enjoy the day as an attendee, including a mock auction, entertainment, and a full guest experience from check-in to check-out. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event the night of your event.
Wednesday, August 7th, 2019
9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Missouri Athletic Club
1777 Des Peres Rd.
Town & Country, MO 63131

$50 Per Person
Included in your admission: Seminar, lunch, entertainment, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event, meet & greet with event sponsors.
Featured Topics: Event Planning, Audience Development, Board Engagement, Revenue Enhancement, and Donor Stewardship

Thought Leadership Summit
2019-09-12 16:00 - 2019-09-13 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Sentinel Hotel, 614 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Connecting remarkable fundraisers to collaborate, learn, and become inspired.
Portland, OR—September 12th & 13th, 2019
The Thought Leadership Summit is two packed days of networking, discussions, and powerful training. Since 2014, this event has been a prime opportunity for our clients to deepen their relationship with Greater Giving and for our team members to create powerful connections with over 50 trailblazers in nonprofit fundraising.
The event is open to all current Greater Giving clients looking to learn more about fundraising trends, advance their skills, share their knowledge and provide feedback.
Don’t just take our word for it, hear what last year’s attendees have to say.
Reasons to Attend

Make connections with like-minded professionals
A small, intimate setting with key Greater Giving stakeholders
Engaging roundtable discussions on the future direction of fundraising
In-depth discussions on how Greater Giving can better meet your needs

Register today!

Beyond Fundraising! Donor-Focused High-Profit Benefits, Auctions and Galas with Kathy Kingston Providence, RI
2019-10-17 13:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hilton Garden Inn-Providence, 200 India St., Providence, RI, 02903, United States
Join us!
Thursday, October 17th – Providence, RI
STOP doing the same events.
START inspiring generous donors.
STEP UP to a powerful new paradigm.
PUT DONORS FIRST
Strategically designed benefits, auctions, and galas are a lucrative catalyst to transform guests into loyal donors.
Highly Interactive Seminar
You’ll take a deep dive into top strategies to execute fundraising events in a fresh way that translates into generous involved donors and turbocharged revenue.
We are talking doubling and even quadrupling your net profit.
Kathy will share the exact details from real cases so you can raise more too.
Even more, you’ll learn how to:

Attract new donors and keep donors after your event
Communicate the impact of your donors’ gifts
Fire up high-profit revenue streams
Ignite a passion for your mission
Design an inspiring mission-driven on-stage program
Rivet guests and drive donations with perfervid stories
Initiate a post-gala donor development strategy

You’ll Receive:
A personally signed copy of A Higher Bid ($45 value)
Bonus gifts: special reports, checklists ($250 value)
Meet presenter and author Kathy Kingston – Ask Kathy anything (Priceless!)
3-hour interactive seminar packed with fundraising gems ($250 value)
Fee:
$59 per person ($79 after October 8th)
$39 each for persons from the same organization ($59 after October 8th)
Time:
Registration: 1:00pm – 1:29pm
Seminar: 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Raising Paddles Seminar - Kansas City 2019
2019-11-14 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indian Hills Country Club, 6847 Tomahawk Rd., Mission Hills, KS, 66208, United States
Register today to join us for a day of learning in Kansas City!
Come join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Our focus will be on a full guest experience, so you can enjoy the day as an attendee, including a mock auction, entertainment, and a full guest experience from check-in to check-out. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event the night of your event.
Thursday, November 14th, 2019
9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Indian Hills Country Club
6847 Tomahawk Rd.
Mission Hills, KS 66208

$50 Per Person
Included in your admission: Seminar, lunch, entertainment, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event, meet & greet with event sponsors.
Featured Topics: Event Planning, Audience Development, Board Engagement, Revenue Enhancement, and Donor Stewardship

Raising Paddles Seminar - El Paso 2019
2019-12-10 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | DoubleTree Hotel El Paso, 600 N El Paso St, El Paso, TX, 79901, United States
Register today to join us for a day of learning in El Paso!
Come join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Our focus will be on a full guest experience, so you can enjoy the day as an attendee, including a mock auction, entertainment, and a full guest experience from check-in to check-out. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event the night of your event.
Tuesday, December 10th, 2019
9:00 AM-3:00 PM

DoubleTree Hotel – Sky Lounge
600 N El Paso St.
El Paso, TX 79901
$50 Per Person
Included in your admission: Seminar, lunch, entertainment, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event, meet & greet with event sponsors.
Featured Topics: Event Planning, Audience Development, Board Engagement, Revenue Enhancement, and Donor Stewardship

Prosperity and Beyond: Fundraising in the "Soaring '20's"
2020-01-28 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cinnabar Hills Golf Club, 23600 McKean Road, San Jose, CA, 95141, United States
Register today to join us for…
2020 Vision Event: Prosperity and Beyond
Fundraising in the “Soaring 20’s”

Join Silicon Valley’s Award Winning Fundraising Strategist, thought leader and entrepreneur to realize your road map to the most philanthropic wealth in the history of the world. Dee Dee Kiesow will reveal the 5 things you need to do to have your best years ahead. Joining Dee Dee will be a group of mastermind experts in the fields of non-profit marketing, advertising, storytelling, event production, and digital photo marketing to get you to your own “Soaring 20’s”
You are guaranteed to transform yourself and your nonprofit’s bottom line:
*Marketing and strategic planning now for women controlling 2/3 of private wealth by 2029
*Being prepared for your windfall with the 4-Trillion Dollar transfer of wealth in the next 8 years
*Entrepreneurial development techniques to compete in the New Social Impact Sector
*The number one way to get instant money and long term donors
*Interactive Mock Fundraising Event you can repeat yourself
*Thousands of dollars of free prizes you can turn into cash.

Raising Paddles 2020 - St. Louis, MO
2020-02-19 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Maggiano’s, 2 The Blvd, Richmond Heights, MO, 63117, United States
Register today to join us for a day of learning in St. Louis!

Come join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Our focus will be on full guest experience, so you can enjoy the day as an attendee, including a mock auction, entertainment, and full guest experience from check-in to check-out. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event.

Wednesday, February 19, 2020
9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Maggiano’s
2 The Blvd
Richmond Heights, MO 63117

$50 Per Person

Included in your admission: Seminar, lunch, entertainment, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event, meet & greet with event sponsors.
Featured Topics: Event Planning, Audience Development, Board Engagement, Revenue Enhancement, and Donor Stewardship

Register today!

Raising Paddles 2020 - Chicago, IL
2020-02-20 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Maggiano’s Streets of Woodfield, 1901 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg, IL, 60173, United States
Register today to join us for a day of learning in Chicago!

Come join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Our focus will be on full guest experience, so you can enjoy the day as an attendee, including a mock auction, entertainment, and full guest experience from check-in to check-out. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event.

Thursday, February 20th
9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Maggiano’s
Streets of Woodfield
1901 Woodfield Road
Schaumburg, IL 60173

$50 Per Person

Included in your admission: Seminar, lunch, entertainment, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event, meet & greet with event sponsors.
Featured Topics: Event Planning, Audience Development, Board Engagement, Revenue Enhancement, and Donor Stewardship

Register today!

Super Fundraising Auction Seminar - Charlotte, NC
2020-03-04 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hygge CoWorking at Camp North End, 330 Camp Road, Charlotte, NC, 28206, United States
Super Fundraising Auction Seminar
Reaching Your Goals with Seven Super Revenue Streams
Wednesday, March 4, 2020 – Charlotte, NC

Presented by Parker Benefit Auctions & Star Insurance Group

Location:
Hygge CoWorking at Camp North End
330 Camp Road
Charlotte, NC 28206

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Taught by World Class Benefit Auction Specialists and Fundraising Consultants:
Michael and Carol Parker of Parker Benefit Auctions

During the seminar…

Learn the secret techniques professional event fundraisers use to meet your fundraising goals
Learn a new strategic way to plan your fundraiser
Learn how to set Fundraising goals
Learn how to use the 7 Super Revenue Streams to meet your goals

Early Bird Price through February 28! $29.95
Regular Price $49.95

Register Now!

Super Fundraising Auction Seminar - Fayetteville, NC
2020-03-18 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Volta Space, 114 Otis F. Jones Parkway, Fayetteville, NC, 28301, United States
Super Fundraising Auction Seminar
Reaching Your Goals with Seven Super Revenue Streams
Wednesday, March 18, 2020 – Fayetteville, NC

Presented by Parker Benefit Auctions

Location:
Volta Space
114 Otis F. Jones Parkway
Fayetteville, NC 28301

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Taught by World Class Benefit Auction Specialists and Fundraising Consultants:
Michael and Carol Parker of Parker Benefit Auctions

During the seminar…

Learn the secret techniques professional event fundraisers use to meet your fundraising goals
Learn a new strategic way to plan your fundraiser
Learn how to set Fundraising goals
Learn how to use the 7 Super Revenue Streams to meet your goals

Early Bird Price through March 14th! $29.95114 Otis F. Jnorth
Regular Price $49.95

Register Now!

Raising Paddles Virtual Conference
2020-06-23 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | NM, United States
Register today to join us for a day of learning at your desk!

Come join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala both live and virtual. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter from experts on aspects of live/virtual gala planning. Our focus will be on a full guest experience, so you can enjoy the day as an attendee, including a virtual photo booth, new fundraising mechanisms, entertainment, and a full guest experience from check-in to check-out. Over $20,000 in valued giveaways will be up for grabs to our attendees. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your live/virtual gala or fundraiser, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event.
We will have lunch ($15 Uber Eats Gift Card), Live Entertainment, and Prizes!
Tuesday, June 23rd
10:00 AM-3:00 PM Central
9:00 AM-2:00 PM Mountain
8:00 AM-1:00 PM Pacific
$35 Per Person
Register today!
