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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!

Elevate: A Conference for Fundraising Events
2020-08-12 | MO
Greater Giving is excited to sponsor this conference! Join us in August.
Elevate 2020 is going virtual! COVID-19 has made it necessary to reimagine what event fundraising looks like, so we’ve planned a full day of digital content to answer your questions and give you the tools you need to effectively move forward. Our goal is to address what to do about fall 2020 and spring 2021 fundraising events. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a virtual fundraising event to experience the format for themselves.
Conference content will be offered via the Whova virtual event app where there will be a library of recorded content and a schedule of interactive panels, discussions and demo events to participate in on August 12. We are offering a single registration price for everyone on your team so that you can #keepfundraising.
Additionally, we anticipate that fundraising events in 2021 will be a hybrid of both small, in-person gatherings and digital virtual content. So, we’re excited to offer a discounted package rate to participate in Elevate 2020 virtually and Elevate 2021 either in-person or virtually, as we will be offering a hybrid Elevate conference in 2021 on June 14-15 in Portland, OR and online.

Further Your Fundraising Virtual Workshop - Hosted by Raising Paddles
2021-08-05 | MO
Welcome to Further Your Fundraising Virtual Workshop!
August 5, 2021 10 a.m. CST

Hi, we’re Raising Paddles, Fundraising Auctioneers, and Consultants. Our experienced team of professionals supports over 100 nonprofits a year across the country to achieve fundraising goals and create memorable donor experiences. In the past twelve months, we have helped nonprofits navigate virtual fundraising events resulting in amazing success. Going forward many fundraising events are returning to an in-person model and much has changed in the culture of philanthropy. Through this virtual workshop, our team of experts will present best practices and strategies to help you capitalize on emerging trends. This will be an interactive workshop with ample opportunity to ask questions and learn from others as well as network. Attendees will have a chance to win prizes to be used as revenue generators at your nonprofit’s next event.
What to Expect
Two experience options, one virtual workshop.
Professional’s Experience – $49 per attendee

Session 1 – Back to Live
Session 2 – Audience Development
Session 3- Event Planning
Vendor Introductions
Q&A/Panel Discussion
Entry in attendance raffles

VIP Experience (space is limited to 24) $99.00 per attendee.
Created for Development Directors and Executive Directors
Choose your 3 sessions

Grant Writing
Donor Stewardship
Board Evaluation & Engagement
Back to Live
Audience Development
Event Planning
Vendor Introductions
Q&A/Panel Discussion
Entry in attendance raffles

Winspire Conference - The Future of FUNDRAISING is Now
2021-10-14 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | MO
October 14th “The Future of Fundraising is Now” Winspire’s Virtual Conference will feature some of the best-known movers and shakers in the nonprofit world.
Mr. Dan Pallotta will be our keynote speaker and other notable names such as Jarrett Ransom, Danielle Snelson, Robin Thompson, and more.
With education at the top of mind, with impactful sessions supporting and nurturing our nonprofit leader’s professional and personal growth while navigating a post-pandemic fundraising environment from donor cultivations, finding your inner rock star, building a solid media voice, and moving your mission into the future.
Interested in joining us, Thursday, October 14th from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Pacific? Register today and use the code “GREATERGIVING” for $25 off a VIP ticket!
You don’t want to miss this stellar lineup and fully LIVE virtual conference!

Raising Paddles - Chicago 2022
2022-02-04 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Maggiano’s Streets of Woodfield, 1901 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg, IL, 60173, United States
Register today to join us for a day of learning in Schaumburg!

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.
Friday, February 4th, 2022
9:00 AM-3:00 PM (Registration is open at 8:30)

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

$60 Per Person

Included in your admission: Seminar, lunch, entertainment, chance to win over $25k in prizes for your next event, meet & greet with event sponsors.
Featured Topics: Event Planning, Audience Development, Board Engagement, Revenue Enhancement, CryptoCurrency Donations, and Donor Stewardship

Register today!

Raising Paddles Workshop - Kansas City 2022
2022-02-09 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Gallery, 50 East 13th Street Suite 200, Kansas City, MO, 64106, 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 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 9th, 2022
9:00 AM-3:00 PM (Registration is open at 8:30)

The Gallery
50 East 13th Street, Suite 200
Kansas City, MO 64106

$60 Per Person

Included in your admission: Seminar, lunch, entertainment, chance to win over $25k in prizes for your next event, meet & greet with event sponsors.
Featured Topics: Event Planning, Audience Development, Board Engagement, Revenue Enhancement, CryptoCurrency Donations, and Donor Stewardship

Register today!

Raising Paddles Workshop - St. Louis 2022
2022-02-11 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Spot Content Studio, 5550 Fyler Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63139, 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.

Friday, February 11th, 2022
9:00 AM-2:00 PM (Registration is open at 8:30)

Spot Content Studio
5550 Fyler Ave, St. Louis, MO 63139
$60 Per Person
Included in your admission: Seminar, lunch, entertainment, chance to win over $25k in prizes for your next event, meet & greet with event sponsors.
Featured Topics: Event Planning, Audience Development, Board Engagement, Revenue Enhancement, CryptoCurrency Donations, and Donor Stewardship

Register today!

Getting Back to Live and In-Person Workshop - Berkeley, CA
2022-04-12 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | David Brower Center, 2150 ALLSTON WAY, SUITE 100, Berkeley, CA, 94704, United States
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.
Presented by industry experts from Stellar Fundraising Auctions, Beth Sandefur Events, Greater Giving, and The Lux Productions.
This workshop will feature in-depth discussions on:

How the culture of in-person events has evolved
The ways auction software has changed
Best practices for registration in the time of Covid
Leaving your silent auction online
Making your fund-a-need successful
Live auction lots that work
Conducting a hybrid event
Breakout Q&A sessions, and
A live demonstration by Orion’s Kitchen

$50 registration includes light breakfast, lunch, and the culinary demonstration. Limited to 50 attendees, so register now!
Tuesday, April 12th, 2022
9am – 2pm
Location: David Brower Center Berkeley, CA

All Things Gala | Kansas City
2022-11-10 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fiorella’s Event Center, 9000 W 137th St, Overland Park, KS, 66221, United States
Fundraising Strategies in Action
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. 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.
The 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!
Come 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!
Please check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.
Event Details
Kansas City
Thursday, November 10, 2022
8:00 am – 3:30 am
Fiorella’s Event Center
9000 W 137th St
Overland Park, KS 66221
About Raising Paddles
Raising 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.

All Things Gala | Chicago
2022-11-14 08:30 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Maggiano’s, 2 The Blvd, Richmond Heights, MO, 63117, United States
Fundraising Strategies in Action
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. 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.
The 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!
Come 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!
Please check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.
Event Details
Chicago
Monday, November 14, 2022
9:00 am – 3:30 Pm
Maggiano’s Little Italy
Clark & Grand
516 N Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60654
About Raising Paddles
Raising 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.

2023 Northwest Event Show
2023-03-15 - 2023-03-16 | Seattle Convention Center, 705 Pike St, Seattle, WA, 98101
Greater Giving is a proud sponsor at the Northwest Event Show in Seattle March 15th and 16th.
We 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.
REGISTRATION DISCOUNTED FOR A LIMITED TIME!
Be sure to use this registration link to receive your discount.
#NWES2023

AFP Genesee Valley Annual Regional Conference: Flexible Fundraising
2023-06-06 | Temple B’rith Kodesh, 2131 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY, 14618, United States
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.
This 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!

Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – St. Louis, MO
2023-08-14, 2024-02-22 | Maggiano’s, 2 The Blvd, Richmond Heights, MO, 63117, United States
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.
We 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.
The 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!
Come 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!
Please check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.

Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – Kansas City, MO
2023-08-16 | Fiorella’s Event Center, 9000 W 137th St, Overland Park, KS, 66221, United States

Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – Chicago, IL
2023-08-22 | Maggiano’s Streets of Woodfield, 1901 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg, IL, 60173, United States

Raising Paddles: All Thing Gala Seminar - Detroit, MI
2023-08-24 | Gem Theater, 333 Madison Street, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
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.
We 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.
The 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!
Come 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!
Please check out the Agenda Page for more details on the schedule for the day.

Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – Chicago, IL
2024-02-26 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 516 N Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States

Seminar: Skyrocket Your Fundraising with the Six Figure Fundraiser
2024-02-27 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Saratoga Foothill Club, 20399 Park Pl, Saratoga, CA, 95070, United States
Skyrocket Your Fundraising with The Six Figure Fundraiser
Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Join 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.
Date: Tuesday | February 27, 2024
Time: 11am – 1pm (lunch included)
Location: Saratoga Foothill Club | 20399 Park Pl, Saratoga, CA 95070

2024 is underway…In person event fundraising is back and is breaking records left and right.

Will you bring in Six or multiple Six Figures with a single event this year?
Do you know how to start?
Who are your power partners?
What about venue, caterer, auction items, donors, graphic design, printing, software, rentals and theme?
How do you address ROI and ROE? (Return on investment and experience)
Finally, how will you ask in the right way to get the MOST money, so you can Monetize Your Minutes® ?
What if you could solve all these in a two hour seminar?

Dee 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.

YOU WILL:

Get the THREE things you must do to raise money in our new world
1. Strategic Partners and the Irresistible Yes
2. The Six Figure Fundraising ® Framework for success
3. The three things you MUST address in order to ASK for and GET the most money
Meet Dee Dee’s power partners for everything Gala
Earn Benevent Bucks to play in the raffle and Live Auction
PRIZES 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.
You may leave with your entire event booked and ready to go.

What people are saying:
“I can’t wait to do this event again, we had so much fun the last time.” RL
“I am so excited for this event, I heard so much about the last one.” SM
“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
“Me? Learn something new from DeeDee? Every time! ” SG

Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – Kansas City, KS
2024-06-04 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Maggiano’s Little Italy – Overland Park, 7025 W 135th St, Overland Park, KS, 66223, United States

Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar – Schaumburg, IL
2024-08-20 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Schaumburg – Maggiano’s Little Italy, 1901 Woodfield Rd, Schaumburg, IL, 60173, United States

Raising Paddles: All Things Gala Seminar - Tulsa, OK
2024-09-17 08:30 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Tulsa Club Hotel – Sky Terrace, 115 East 5th Street, Tulsa, OK, 74103, United States

Rocky Mountain Philanthropy Institute 2024
2024-09-20 | UCAR Center Green Campus, 3090 Center Green Dr, Boulder, CO, 80301, United States
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.
This year’s theme is “A.I. Doing This Right?” and will explore the opportunities and challenges of incorporating artificial intelligence into nonprofit work.

Ethical considerations for using A.I. technologies
Leveraging A.I. for fundraising, marketing, and operations
Case studies of nonprofits successfully implementing A.I.

Don’t miss this chance to learn how to harness the power of A.I. responsibly to drive impact for your organization.
Registration Cost: $149 (AFP members), $169 (nonmembers)
Early Bird Registration Deadline: August 9th ($139 members, $149 nonmembers)
Stop 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.

The Nonprofit Events Mini-Con
2025-01-29 08:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Block 41, 115 Bell St., Seattle, WA, 98121, United States
POWER UP YOUR FUNDRAISING EVENT AT THE
NONPROFIT EVENTS MINI-CON
Co-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.
Whether 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.

Nonprofit Workshop: How to Speak So Donors Listen
2025-05-28 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Courtyard Chicago Schaumburg/Woodfield Mall, 1311 American Ln, Schaumburg, IL, 60173, United States
Keynote & Workshop Hosted By: Brian Miller, Human Connection Specialist
Workshops Insights:

Understanding Psychological Barriers
Proven Frameworks for Making the Ask
5-step Approach to Message Design
Donor Motivation Through Messaging

Seminar: Crack the Code: Insider Tips & Essentials for Event Fundraising Success
2025-11-05 10:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Arrowhead Golf Club, 26W151 Butterfield Rd, Wheaton, IL, 60189, United States
Date & Time: November 5, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM (Lunch included)
Location: Arrowhead Golf Course, Wheaton, IL
Presented by: Greater Giving, Bid Raise Bid & Serenity Nonprofit Consulting Group
Join 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.
What You’ll Learn:

How to prepare effectively before the event to ensure success
Strategies to maximize every seat and engage your audience throughout the event
Best practices for post-event engagement to sustain donor relationships

Seminar Highlights:

Expert guidance on event essentials including décor, photography, AV, and consignment
Interactive sessions led by fundraising specialist Bridget Hannon and award-winning auctioneer Chris Hensley
Opportunity to ask questions and network with fellow nonprofit professionals

Ticket Includes:

Full lunch
Exciting giveaways and raffle prizes, including:

Drawing for an HGA Trip (Value $2,000)
$1,000 off Chris Hensley’s auctioneer services
$500 off night-of support from Serenity Nonprofit Consulting Group

Ticket Price: $52
Secure your spot now and crack the code to fundraising success!
*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.

Maximizing Mission Impact: Smarter Fundraising for Arizona Nonprofits
2026-01-21 10:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Resort, 5402 East Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, 85253, United States
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.
