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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles - Chicago 2022
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join us for a day of learning in Schaumburg!\n\n\n\n\nCome 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. \nFriday\, February 4th\, 2022 \n9:00 AM-3:00 PM (Registration is open at 8:30) \n  \nMaggiano’s \nStreets of Woodfield \n1901 Woodfield Road \nSchaumburg\, IL 60173 \n  \n$60 Per Person \n  \nIncluded in your admission: Seminar\, lunch\, entertainment\, chance to win over $25k in prizes for your next event\, meet & greet with event sponsors. \nFeatured Topics: Event Planning\, Audience Development\, Board Engagement\, Revenue Enhancement\, CryptoCurrency Donations\, and Donor Stewardship \n  \nRegister today!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-chicago-2022/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Streets of Woodfield\, 1901 Woodfield Road\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60173\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Workshop - Kansas City 2022
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join us for a day of learning in Kansas City!\n\n\n\n\nCome 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. \n  \nWednesday\, February 9th\, 2022 \n9:00 AM-3:00 PM (Registration is open at 8:30) \n  \nThe Gallery\n50 East 13th Street\, Suite 200\nKansas City\, MO 64106 \n  \n$60 Per Person \n  \nIncluded in your admission: Seminar\, lunch\, entertainment\, chance to win over $25k in prizes for your next event\, meet & greet with event sponsors. \nFeatured Topics: Event Planning\, Audience Development\, Board Engagement\, Revenue Enhancement\, CryptoCurrency Donations\, and Donor Stewardship \n  \nRegister today!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-workshop-kansas-city-2022/
LOCATION:The Gallery\, 50 East 13th Street Suite 200\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Workshop - St. Louis 2022
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join us for a day of learning in St. Louis!\n\n\n\n\nCome 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. \n  \nFriday\, February 11th\, 2022 \n9:00 AM-2:00 PM (Registration is open at 8:30) \n  \nSpot Content Studio\n5550 Fyler Ave\, St. Louis\, MO 63139 \n$60 Per Person \nIncluded in your admission: Seminar\, lunch\, entertainment\, chance to win over $25k in prizes for your next event\, meet & greet with event sponsors. \nFeatured Topics: Event Planning\, Audience Development\, Board Engagement\, Revenue Enhancement\, CryptoCurrency Donations\, and Donor Stewardship \n  \nRegister today!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-workshop-st-louis-2022/
LOCATION:Spot Content Studio\, 5550 Fyler Ave\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63139\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:Getting Back to Live and In-Person Workshop - Berkeley\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Live events are coming back! Are you ready? Many of us have not held a live event in a while\, so let’s get together to talk about what has changed and what still works in the world of fundraising auctions and non-profit event production.\nPresented by industry experts from Stellar Fundraising Auctions\, Beth Sandefur Events\, Greater Giving\, and The Lux Productions.\nThis workshop will feature in-depth discussions on: \n\nHow the culture of in-person events has evolved\nThe ways auction software has changed\nBest practices for registration in the time of Covid\nLeaving your silent auction online\nMaking your fund-a-need successful\nLive auction lots that work\nConducting a hybrid event\nBreakout Q&A sessions\, and\nA live demonstration by Orion’s Kitchen\n\n$50 registration includes light breakfast\, lunch\, and the culinary demonstration. Limited to 50 attendees\, so register now! \nTuesday\, April 12th\, 2022 \n9am – 2pm \nLocation: David Brower Center Berkeley\, CA \n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/getting-back-to-live-and-in-person-workshop-berkeley-ca/
LOCATION:David Brower Center\, 2150 ALLSTON WAY\, SUITE 100\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221110T150000
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SUMMARY:All Things Gala | Kansas City
DESCRIPTION:Fundraising Strategies in Action\nRaising Paddles offers a unique approach to providing educational sessions on fundraising strategies for your next gala or golf outing. This event is run just like a gala\, starting with a cocktail hour with morning mimosas\, a silent auction and entertainment\, a delicious sit-down lunch. Then a mock fundraising program will exhibit the best practices in motion to replicate at YOUR next event. Along the way we will provide valuable sessions on topics such as donor development strategies\, making the ask\, and enhancing the guest experience. We will demonstrate a live auction and a paddle raise. Other innovative revenue enhancing fundraising strategies will help keep your event fresh each and every year. \nThe silent and live auction\, along with raffles will be stocked with valuable prizes. You can win by using “play money” we hand out to you to make it fun and engaging. Many attendees will take prizes as valuable as $5\,000 home to use at their next gala! Please see a list of our sponsors in a separate section\, who will provide these prizes for you to win! \nCome Join Us! A fun day of learning\, a chance to win some amazing prizes\, and a chance to network with other similar organizations as you strive to maximize fundraising at your next event! \nPlease check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day. \nEvent Details\nKansas City \nThursday\, November 10\, 2022 \n8:00 am – 3:30 am \nFiorella’s Event Center \n9000 W 137th St \nOverland Park\, KS 66221 \nAbout Raising Paddles\nRaising Paddles was an inspiration derived from the loss of a loved one who was mission focused and love to help others in their time of need. At your event\, you will also see a difference through our nationally renowned team of fundraising ambassadors. More than the traditional spotter\, our team becomes ambassadors for your cause\, and helps engage your guests from the moment they arrive at your event. Our goal is to make sure your guests leave with a memorable experience and with the intention of returning year after year and inviting their friends to come with.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/all-things-gala-fundraising-strategies/
LOCATION:Fiorella’s Event Center\, 9000 W 137th St\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221114T153000
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SUMMARY:All Things Gala | Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Fundraising Strategies in Action\nRaising Paddles offers a unique approach to providing educational sessions on fundraising strategies for your next gala or golf outing. This event is run just like a gala\, starting with a cocktail hour with morning mimosas\, a silent auction and entertainment\, a delicious sit-down lunch. Then a mock fundraising program will exhibit the best practices in motion to replicate at YOUR next event. Along the way we will provide valuable sessions on topics such as donor development strategies\, making the ask\, and enhancing the guest experience. We will demonstrate a live auction and a paddle raise. Other innovative revenue enhancing fundraising strategies will help keep your event fresh each and every year. \nThe silent and live auction\, along with raffles will be stocked with valuable prizes. You can win by using “play money” we hand out to you to make it fun and engaging. Many attendees will take prizes as valuable as $5\,000 home to use at their next gala! Please see a list of our sponsors in a separate section\, who will provide these prizes for you to win! \nCome Join Us! A fun day of learning\, a chance to win some amazing prizes\, and a chance to network with other similar organizations as you strive to maximize fundraising at your next event! \nPlease check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day. \nEvent Details\nChicago\nMonday\, November 14\, 2022 \n9:00 am – 3:30 Pm \nMaggiano’s Little Italy\nClark & Grand \n516 N Clark St. \nChicago\, IL 60654 \nAbout Raising Paddles\nRaising Paddles was an inspiration derived from the loss of a loved one who was mission focused and love to help others in their time of need. At your event\, you will also see a difference through our nationally renowned team of fundraising ambassadors. More than the traditional spotter\, our team becomes ambassadors for your cause\, and helps engage your guests from the moment they arrive at your event. Our goal is to make sure your guests leave with a memorable experience and with the intention of returning year after year and inviting their friends to come with.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/all-things-gala-chicago/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s\, 2 The Blvd\, Richmond Heights\, MO\, 63117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows,Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230317
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SUMMARY:2023 Northwest Event Show
DESCRIPTION:Greater Giving is a proud sponsor at the Northwest Event Show in Seattle March 15th and 16th. \nWe are excited to be a part of a re-imagined and re-invigorated Northwest Event Show\, designed to unite the event industry along the West Coast of North America.  From Vancouver to Seattle\, Portland to LA\, plus our adjacent friends in Arizona\, Nevada and Utah\, this is the can’t-miss event for you. For 2023\, we have four types of tickets to choose from\, including virtual. Buy now for the early-bird discount and your chance to network with more than 5\,000 professional attendees. \nREGISTRATION DISCOUNTED FOR A LIMITED TIME! \nBe sure to use this registration link to receive your discount.  \n#NWES2023
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/2023-northwest-event-show/
LOCATION:Seattle Convention Center\, 705 Pike St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows,Seminar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230607
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SUMMARY:AFP Genesee Valley Annual Regional Conference: Flexible Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:AFP Genesee Valley Chapter welcomes you to join their network of nearly 200 fundraising professionals and community partners in the Greater Rochester area on Tuesday\, June 6\, 2023 for the Annual Regional Conference. \nThis year’s conference theme is flexible fundraising—building our resilience as fundraisers while reshaping our approaches to development with an inclusion\, diversity\, equity and access mindset. You will hear from local nonprofit leaders who are leading the way for fundraising adaptability in a changing nonprofit landscape. Attendees will also have the opportunity to interface with local vendors and sponsors like Greater Giving\, network with fundraising peers\, and engage in small group table topic discussions. This is an event you don’t want to miss!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/afp-genesee-valley-annual-regional-conference-flexible-fundraising/
LOCATION:Temple B’rith Kodesh\, 2131 Elmwood Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows,Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230815
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – St. Louis\, MO
DESCRIPTION:Raising Paddles offers a unique approach to providing educational sessions on fundraising strategies for your next gala or golf outing. This event is run just like a gala\, starting with a cocktail hour with morning mimosas\, a silent auction and entertainment\, a delicious sit-down lunch\, and then a mock fundraising program so you can see best practices in motion to replicate at YOUR next event. Along the way we will provide valuable sessions on topics such as donor development strategies\, making the ask\, and enhancing the guest experience\, etc. \nWe will demonstrate a live auction and a paddle raise\, along with other innovative revenue enhancing strategies that will help keep your event fresh each and every year. \nThe silent and live auction\, along with raffles will be stocked with valuable prizes you can win by using “play money” we hand out to you to make it fun and engaging. Many attendees will take prizes as valuable as $5\,000 home to use at their next gala! Please see a list of our sponsors in a separate section\, who will provide these prizes for you to win! \nCome Join Us! A fun day of learning\, a chance to win some amazing prizes\, and a chance to network with other similar organizations as you strive to maximize fundraising at your next event! \nPlease check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-all-things-gala-seminar-st-louis-mo/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s\, 2 The Blvd\, Richmond Heights\, MO\, 63117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230817
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – Kansas City\, MO
DESCRIPTION:Raising Paddles offers a unique approach to providing educational sessions on fundraising strategies for your next gala or golf outing. This event is run just like a gala\, starting with a cocktail hour with morning mimosas\, a silent auction and entertainment\, a delicious sit-down lunch\, and then a mock fundraising program so you can see best practices in motion to replicate at YOUR next event. Along the way we will provide valuable sessions on topics such as donor development strategies\, making the ask\, and enhancing the guest experience\, etc. \nWe will demonstrate a live auction and a paddle raise\, along with other innovative revenue enhancing strategies that will help keep your event fresh each and every year. \nThe silent and live auction\, along with raffles will be stocked with valuable prizes you can win by using “play money” we hand out to you to make it fun and engaging. Many attendees will take prizes as valuable as $5\,000 home to use at their next gala! Please see a list of our sponsors in a separate section\, who will provide these prizes for you to win! \nCome Join Us! A fun day of learning\, a chance to win some amazing prizes\, and a chance to network with other similar organizations as you strive to maximize fundraising at your next event! \nPlease check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-all-things-gala-seminar-kansas-city-mo/
LOCATION:Fiorella’s Event Center\, 9000 W 137th St\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230823
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – Chicago\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Raising Paddles offers a unique approach to providing educational sessions on fundraising strategies for your next gala or golf outing. This event is run just like a gala\, starting with a cocktail hour with morning mimosas\, a silent auction and entertainment\, a delicious sit-down lunch\, and then a mock fundraising program so you can see best practices in motion to replicate at YOUR next event. Along the way we will provide valuable sessions on topics such as donor development strategies\, making the ask\, and enhancing the guest experience\, etc. \nWe will demonstrate a live auction and a paddle raise\, along with other innovative revenue enhancing strategies that will help keep your event fresh each and every year. \nThe silent and live auction\, along with raffles will be stocked with valuable prizes you can win by using “play money” we hand out to you to make it fun and engaging. Many attendees will take prizes as valuable as $5\,000 home to use at their next gala! Please see a list of our sponsors in a separate section\, who will provide these prizes for you to win! \nCome Join Us! A fun day of learning\, a chance to win some amazing prizes\, and a chance to network with other similar organizations as you strive to maximize fundraising at your next event! \nPlease check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-all-things-gala-seminar-chicago-il/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Streets of Woodfield\, 1901 Woodfield Road\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60173\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230825
DTSTAMP:20260404T000025
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles: All Thing Gala Seminar - Detroit\, MI
DESCRIPTION:Raising Paddles offers a unique approach to providing educational sessions on fundraising strategies for your next gala or golf outing. This event is run just like a Speakeasy themed gala\, starting with a special entry via password only.  Once inside you will be taken back in time with cocktail service\, poker tables and jazzy entertainment.  Enjoy morning mimosas\, revenue enhancers and the ambience of the historic Gem Theatre.  A delicious meal will be served as you participate in all of the fun by being a part of a mock fundraising program.  This opportunity is designed to put best practices in motion to replicate at YOUR next event.  Along the way we will provide valuable sessions on topics such as board engagement\, establishing fundraising goals\, donor development strategies\, making the ask\, and enhancing the guest experience\, etc. \nWe will demonstrate a live auction and a paddle raise\, along with other innovative revenue enhancing strategies that will help keep your event fresh each and every year. \nThe silent and live auction\, along with raffles will be stocked with valuable prizes you can win by using “play money” we hand out to you to make it fun and engaging. Many attendees will take home prizes as valuable as $5\,000 to use at their next gala! Please see a list of our sponsors in a separate section\, who provide these prizes for you to win! \nCome Join Us! A fun day of learning\, a chance to win some amazing prizes\, and a chance to network with other similar organizations as you strive to maximize fundraising at your next event! \nPlease check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-all-thing-gala-seminar-detroit-mi/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 333 Madison Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240223
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – St. Louis\, MO
DESCRIPTION:Raising Paddles offers a unique approach to providing educational sessions on fundraising strategies\nfor your next gala or golf outing. This event is run just like a gala\, starting with a cocktail hour with\nmorning mimosas\, a silent auction and entertainment\, a delicious sit-down lunch\, and then a mock\nfundraising program so you can see best practices in motion to replicate at YOUR next event. Along\nthe way we will provide valuable sessions on topics such as donor development strategies\, making the\nask\, and enhancing the guest experience\, etc. \nWe will demonstrate a live auction and a paddle raise\, along with other innovative revenue enhancing\nstrategies that will help keep your event fresh each and every year. \nThe silent and live auction\, along with raffles will be stocked with valuable prizes you can win by using\n“play money” we hand out to you to make it fun and engaging. Many attendees will take prizes as\nvaluable as $5\,000 home to use at their next gala! Please see a list of our sponsors in\na separate section\, who will provide these prizes for you to win! \nCome Join Us! A fun day of learning\, a chance to win some amazing prizes\, and a chance to network\nwith other similar organizations as you strive to maximize fundraising at your next event! \nPlease check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-all-things-gala-seminar-st-louis-mo-2/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s\, 2 The Blvd\, Richmond Heights\, MO\, 63117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – Chicago\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Raising Paddles offers a unique approach to providing educational sessions on fundraising strategies\nfor your next gala or golf outing. This event is run just like a gala\, starting with a cocktail hour with\nmorning mimosas\, a silent auction and entertainment\, a delicious sit-down lunch\, and then a mock\nfundraising program so you can see best practices in motion to replicate at YOUR next event. Along\nthe way we will provide valuable sessions on topics such as donor development strategies\, making the\nask\, and enhancing the guest experience\, etc. \nWe will demonstrate a live auction and a paddle raise\, along with other innovative revenue enhancing\nstrategies that will help keep your event fresh each and every year. \nThe silent and live auction\, along with raffles will be stocked with valuable prizes you can win by using\n“play money” we hand out to you to make it fun and engaging. Many attendees will take prizes as\nvaluable as $5\,000 home to use at their next gala! Please see a list of our sponsors in\na separate section\, who will provide these prizes for you to win! \nCome Join Us! A fun day of learning\, a chance to win some amazing prizes\, and a chance to network\nwith other similar organizations as you strive to maximize fundraising at your next event! \nPlease check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-all-things-gala-seminar-chicago-il-2/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Little Italy\, 516 N Clark Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:Seminar: Skyrocket Your Fundraising with the Six Figure Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Skyrocket Your Fundraising with The Six Figure Fundraiser\nTuesday\, February 27\, 2024\n\nJoin us for a seminar featuring Dee Dee Kiesow\, the Six Figure Fundraiser! We look forward to an afternoon of networking and learning together\, and making sure you can skyrocket your fundraising this year.  \nDate: Tuesday | February 27\, 2024 \nTime: 11am – 1pm (lunch included)  \nLocation: Saratoga Foothill Club | 20399 Park Pl\, Saratoga\, CA 95070 \n\n  \n2024 is underway…In person event fundraising is back and is breaking records left and right.\n\nWill you bring in Six or multiple Six Figures with a single event this year?\nDo you know how to start?\nWho are your power partners?\n What about venue\, caterer\, auction items\, donors\, graphic design\, printing\, software\, rentals and theme?\nHow do you address ROI and ROE? (Return on investment and experience)\nFinally\, how will you ask in the right way to get the MOST money\, so you can Monetize Your Minutes® ?\nWhat if you could solve all these in a two hour seminar?\n\n\nDee Dee Kiesow is sharing her best partners and the three things you must do to raise the most money this year and beyond. We are opening up the treasure chest to you with our best kept secrets for your most winning year ever.\n \nYOU WILL:\n\nGet the THREE things you must do to raise money in our new world\n1.  Strategic Partners and the Irresistible Yes\n2.  The Six Figure Fundraising ® Framework for success\n3.  The three things you MUST address in order to ASK for and GET the most money\nMeet Dee Dee’s power partners for everything Gala\nEarn Benevent Bucks to play in the raffle and Live Auction\nPRIZES and AUCTION ITEMS:  Trip to Africa\, Cruise Vacation for 2 to Mexico\, Bahamas or the Western Caribbean\, Trip for two to Mexico\, Branded Step and Repeat Pull-Up for your next event\, discounts on services from our partners and much more.\nYou may leave with your entire event booked and ready to go.\n\n \nWhat people are saying:\n“I can’t wait to do this event again\, we had so much fun the last time.” RL\n“I am so excited for this event\, I heard so much about the last one.” SM\n“DeeDee understands what it takes to raise money since she has spent years as a development director and walking in our shoes.Now she does it from the other side and we always win.” TM\n“Me? Learn something new from DeeDee? Every time! ” SG
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/seminar-skyrocket-your-fundraising-with-the-six-figure-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Saratoga Foothill Club\, 20399 Park Pl\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000025
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – Kansas City\, KS
DESCRIPTION:Raising Paddles offers a unique approach to providing educational sessions on fundraising strategies\nfor your next gala or golf outing. This event is run just like a gala\, starting with a cocktail hour with\nmorning mimosas\, a silent auction and entertainment\, a delicious sit-down lunch\, and then a mock\nfundraising program so you can see best practices in motion to replicate at YOUR next event. Along\nthe way we will provide valuable sessions on topics such as donor development strategies\, making the\nask\, and enhancing the guest experience\, etc. \nWe will demonstrate a live auction and a paddle raise\, along with other innovative revenue enhancing\nstrategies that will help keep your event fresh each and every year. \nThe silent and live auction\, along with raffles will be stocked with valuable prizes you can win by using\n“play money” we hand out to you to make it fun and engaging. Many attendees will take prizes as\nvaluable as $5\,000 home to use at their next gala! Please see a list of our sponsors in\na separate section\, who will provide these prizes for you to win! \nCome Join Us! A fun day of learning\, a chance to win some amazing prizes\, and a chance to network\nwith other similar organizations as you strive to maximize fundraising at your next event! \nPlease check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-all-things-gala-seminar-kansas-city-mo-2/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Little Italy – Overland Park\, 7025 W 135th St\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000025
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T212313Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – Schaumburg\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Raising Paddles offers a unique approach to providing educational sessions on fundraising strategies\nfor your next gala or golf outing. This event is run just like a gala\, starting with a cocktail hour with\nmorning mimosas\, a silent auction and entertainment\, a delicious sit-down lunch\, and then a mock\nfundraising program so you can see best practices in motion to replicate at YOUR next event. Along\nthe way we will provide valuable sessions on topics such as donor development strategies\, making the\nask\, and enhancing the guest experience\, etc. \nWe will demonstrate a live auction and a paddle raise\, along with other innovative revenue enhancing\nstrategies that will help keep your event fresh each and every year. \nThe silent and live auction\, along with raffles will be stocked with valuable prizes you can win by using\n“play money” we hand out to you to make it fun and engaging. Many attendees will take prizes as\nvaluable as $5\,000 home to use at their next gala! Please see a list of our sponsors in\na separate section\, who will provide these prizes for you to win! \nCome Join Us! A fun day of learning\, a chance to win some amazing prizes\, and a chance to network\nwith other similar organizations as you strive to maximize fundraising at your next event! \nPlease check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-all-things-gala-seminar-schaumburg-il/
LOCATION:Schaumburg – Maggiano’s Little Italy\, 1901 Woodfield Rd\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60173\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240917T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000025
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar - Tulsa\, OK
DESCRIPTION:Raising Paddles offers a unique approach to providing educational sessions on fundraising strategies for your next gala or golf outing. This event is run just like a gala\, starting with a cocktail hour with morning mimosas\, a silent auction and entertainment\, a delicious sit-down lunch\, and then a mock fundraising program so you can see best practices in motion to replicate at YOUR next event. Along the way we will provide valuable sessions on topics such as donor development strategies\, making the ask\, and enhancing the guest experience\, etc. \nWe will demonstrate a live auction and a paddle raise\, along with other innovative revenue enhancing strategies that will help keep your event fresh each and every year. \nThe silent and live auction\, along with raffles will be stocked with valuable prizes you can win by using “play money” we hand out to you to make it fun and engaging. Many attendees will take prizes as valuable as $5\,000 home to use at their next gala! Please see a list of our sponsors in a separate section\, who will provide these prizes for you to win! \nCome Join Us! A fun day of learning\, a chance to win some amazing prizes\, and a chance to network with other similar organizations as you strive to maximize fundraising at your next event! \nPlease check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-all-things-gala-seminar-tulsa-ok/
LOCATION:Tulsa Club Hotel – Sky Terrace\, 115 East 5th Street\, Tulsa\, OK\, 74103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240921
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SUMMARY:Rocky Mountain Philanthropy Institute 2024
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to once again be part of the Rocky Mountain Philanthropy Institute. (RMPI) is AFP Colorado’s annual conference dedicated to bringing Colorado nonprofit leaders and learners together to grow\, network\, and impact change. \nThis year’s theme is “A.I. Doing This Right?” and will explore the opportunities and challenges of incorporating artificial intelligence into nonprofit work.\n\nEthical considerations for using A.I. technologies\nLeveraging A.I. for fundraising\, marketing\, and operations\nCase studies of nonprofits successfully implementing A.I.\n\nDon’t miss this chance to learn how to harness the power of A.I. responsibly to drive impact for your organization.\nRegistration Cost: $149 (AFP members)\, $169 (nonmembers)\nEarly Bird Registration Deadline: August 9th ($139 members\, $149 nonmembers)\nStop by the Greater Giving table and visit with Grant. Enter our drawing for $100 to be donated to your nonprofit and win a copy of our 26 Revenue Enhancers book.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/rocky-mountain-philanthropy-institute-2023/
LOCATION:UCAR Center Green Campus\, 3090 Center Green Dr\, Boulder\, CO\, 80301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250129T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000025
CREATED:20241119T222130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T222130Z
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SUMMARY:The Nonprofit Events Mini-Con
DESCRIPTION:POWER UP YOUR FUNDRAISING EVENT AT THE \nNONPROFIT EVENTS MINI-CON \nCo-created by a super team of local event companies\, the Nonprofit Events Mini-CON is proud to present Seattle’s first-ever half-day conference designed just for nonprofit fundraising event planners. \nWhether you’re a seasoned planner or new to the field\, whether you are on a board or on staff at a nonprofit\, YOU belong at the Nonprofit Events Mini-CON! This conference will provide the tools and inspiration needed to elevate your events and achieve your organization’s goals. This is an exceptional opportunity to network\, share insights\, build best practices\, and walk away with actionable strategies for success.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/the-nonprofit-events-mini-con/
LOCATION:Block 41\, 115 Bell St.\, Seattle\, WA\, 98121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000025
CREATED:20250429T204511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T204511Z
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Workshop: How to Speak So Donors Listen
DESCRIPTION:Keynote & Workshop Hosted By: Brian Miller\, Human Connection Specialist \nWorkshops Insights: \n\nUnderstanding Psychological Barriers\nProven Frameworks for Making the Ask\n5-step Approach to Message Design\nDonor Motivation Through Messaging\n\n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/nonprofit-workshop-how-to-speak-so-donors-listen/
LOCATION:Courtyard Chicago Schaumburg/Woodfield Mall\, 1311 American Ln\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60173\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000025
CREATED:20251013T225017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T225017Z
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SUMMARY:Seminar: Crack the Code: Insider Tips & Essentials for Event Fundraising Success
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: November 5\, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM (Lunch included)\nLocation: Arrowhead Golf Course\, Wheaton\, IL\nPresented by: Greater Giving\, Bid Raise Bid & Serenity Nonprofit Consulting Group \nJoin us for an engaging seminar designed to unlock the secrets of successful event fundraising! Whether you’re planning your first gala or looking to elevate your fundraising impact\, this session will equip you with practical strategies and insider tips. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\nHow to prepare effectively before the event to ensure success\nStrategies to maximize every seat and engage your audience throughout the event\nBest practices for post-event engagement to sustain donor relationships\n\nSeminar Highlights:\n\nExpert guidance on event essentials including décor\, photography\, AV\, and consignment\nInteractive sessions led by fundraising specialist Bridget Hannon and award-winning auctioneer Chris Hensley\nOpportunity to ask questions and network with fellow nonprofit professionals\n\nTicket Includes:\n\nFull lunch\nExciting giveaways and raffle prizes\, including:\n\nDrawing for an HGA Trip (Value $2\,000)\n$1\,000 off Chris Hensley’s auctioneer services\n$500 off night-of support from Serenity Nonprofit Consulting Group\n\n\n\nTicket Price: $52 \nSecure your spot now and crack the code to fundraising success! \n*Full participation in Crack the Code: Insider Tips & Essentials for Event Fundraising Success is applicable for 3 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/seminar-crack-the-code-insider-tips-essentials-for-event-fundraising-success/
LOCATION:Arrowhead Golf Club\, 26W151 Butterfield Rd\, Wheaton\, IL\, 60189\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T000025
CREATED:20251126T225154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T182940Z
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SUMMARY:Maximizing Mission Impact: Smarter Fundraising for Arizona Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and practical seminar designed to empower Arizona nonprofits with smarter\, more effective fundraising techniques. This event covers everything from understanding the latest Arizona giving landscape to mastering live auction strategies and donor retention in today’s competitive environment. Whether you’re new to fundraising or looking to refine your skills\, this seminar offers valuable insights and hands-on tactics to maximize your organization’s mission impact.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/perry-consulting-arizona-seminar/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Resort\, 5402 East Lincoln Drive\, Scottsdale\, 85253\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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