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Webinar: How to use luxury vacations to maximize fundraising and improve guest experience
2023-02-08 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Webinar, Online
Vacation mode activated!
Join us for a webinar featuring a Greater Giving client who maximized their fundraising by introducing new luxury vacations to their silent & live auctions, along with a golden ticket raffle.
New luxury travel partner, Inspirato for Good will also join us and give more insight on how their packages can bring a WOW factor to your next event.

Webinar: Tee Up For Your Next Event
2023-03-29 11:00 - 12:00
Golf Season is almost in FULL SWING! Please join us to learn best practices, tips, and tricks to successfully TEEING UP and running a Golf Event through Greater Giving.
Pick-up FORE key learnings including –

Understanding the three types of Golf Events and how to enhance revenue at each
What value a Golf Event can bring to your yearly event schedule
See the top trends with Golf Events and real-life examples from Greater Giving clients
Preview new Golf Event Resources from Greater Giving

Can’t join us on March 29th? You can still register for the webinar and receive the recording via email after the live session.

Webinar: How to Raise Paddles and Raise More Money
2023-05-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
The paddle raise/fund-a-need, or special appeal is your biggest opportunity to raise money at your event. So what is the science behind the success? What are the vital elements to include? How do you build a strategy to maximize the potential while making it feel celebratory?
Samantha Swaim, Fundraising Event Consultant at Swaim Strategies will help you make sure you are sending your donors home excited about the success they were able to be a part of, and happy that they could contribute to your cause. She will cover both paddle raise strategy 101 and 201, from the basic elements to the advanced strategies, you will pick-up tips to make it a success at your next event

WEBINAR: From Challenges to Opportunities: Mastering Budgeting for Successful Fundraisers
2023-06-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
The return to live events post Covid has created a unique set of challenges to any Development Coordinator. From reimagining events with fresh ideas, to rising costs, to change in vendors. This webinar will focus on discussing venue requirements, A/V, labor, and costing for a successful fundraiser so you are better prepared to create appropriate budgets and experiences to hit your fundraising goals in the years to come. Join Pavel Verbovski of PNTA as he lays out your core needs and what to expect in pricing.
At the end of the webinar PNTA will offer anyone who asked a question a 30% equipment discount for any event booked in 2023 (valid until 2025). Up to a $4,000 production value. Good on any rental package or gear item of PNTA, so get those questions ready!

Webinar: Rallying Your Fundraising Board
2023-07-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Scott Jones of Raising Paddles joins Greater Giving to discuss the fundraising cycle through the eyes of a Professional Auctioneer and Senior Consultant. In this webinar you will discover four key strategies and takeaways for securing financial gifts from your prospects, and how to move your valuable donors up the ladder to higher giving levels, all while rallying your fundraising board.
The Key Strategies Include:
1. Culture of Philanthropy
2. Donor Centric
3. Cultivation
4. Stewardship
The Key Takeaways Include:
1. Create a strategic plan on who should attend your special event.
2. Design creative means to secure at least 50% of your fundraising goal through pre-committed gifts and attendee wealth screenings.
3. Develop a stewardship plan that will keep your donors giving year after year.
4. Learn effective strategies that will ensure meeting fundraising goals and board inclusion.

Webinar: Did You Take Care of That? Event Logistics to Check Off Your List
2023-08-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Let’s get planning! Join Greater Giving and Gazala Uradnik, Founder of GFS Events to get helpful tips to serve as a pre-event planning guide for organizations of all sizes. From logistics to licensing and timelines to volunteers, we will focus on key elements and make sure your prep work sets you up for a successful fundraising event! You will have the opportunity to download GFS Event’s Dos And Don’ts of Planning A Successful Fundraiser: 10 best practice tips for nonprofits events!

Webinar: Maximizing Success: Unleash the Power of School Auction Fundraising
2023-08-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Join us to learn everything about planning and executing a successful school and education based event. We will cover topics such as planning timelines, best practices for setup, exciting package ideas and more!

Webinar: The Magic of Momentum: Building The Most Profitable Event Timeline
2023-09-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Join Greater Giving and Kelly Russell of Artisan Auctions to talk about how to build the most profitable timeline for your event. Are you are stuck doing the same thing each year, or trying to squeeze in activities/programs that may not be needed? Instead, if you plan with momentum you can create an event that attendees will remember and want to be a part of again next year. When you build your event for maximum engagement, the money comes rolling in. Plan well for whatever event you want to execute and it will be successful.

Webinar: Gearing Up For GIVINGTUESDAY
2023-09-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Victoria Leonhardt is the Leadership Manager for US Communities GivingTuesday. Victoria will be joining Greater Giving to share insider tips to help nonprofits maximize their GivingTuesday success.
In this insightful webinar, you will learn to:

Set your goals for GivingTuesday.
Design story-based calls-to-action for all types of giving.
Optimize performance through enhanced digital communications.
Engage community through in-person events.
Embrace the Giving Tuesday movement for better preparation and team success.

Webinar: The How To's of a Successful Silent Auction
2023-10-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Join Greater Giving and Nicole Bennett, owner of Perry Consulting, to chat all things Silent Auction. We’ll discuss what auction items to procure and the right number of packages to have based on your audience and other event elements. We will also cover tips and tools for hosting a successful silent/online auction all the way from beginning to end.
Key takeaways for our session on running a successful silent auction include:
– How to select your auction items
– Packaging your auction items
– Pricing your auction items
– Generating bids for your items

WEBINAR - Data-Driven Events: Elevating Fundraising Success
2024-02-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Join us as we dive into the transformative power of data in planning and executing efficient, lucrative fundraising events. Learn to harness the full potential of donor insights, previous years results, and trends to strategically tailor your events for maximum impact. From guest lists and item selection, to personalized engagement strategies, discover how data-driven decision-making can elevate your fundraising efforts. Equip yourself with the skills to optimize resources, boost donor participation, and create unforgettable experiences that leave a lasting impact on your cause.
This webinar will be hosted by Taylor from Greater Giving, and feature guest speaker and partners of Greater Giving, Stephen Kilbreath and Julianne Read of Kilbreath Events.
Learning Objectives:
– Understand how to look at event data from the previous year (and what to look for!)
– Taking that data to create an efficient and lucrative event reducing the lift on your organization
– Measuring your auction segments including revenue enhancements, silent, live, raise the paddle, etc.
*Full participation in this webinar is applicable for 1 point in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

WEBINAR: Harness the Power of Events and Digital Storytelling To Nurture Relationships
2024-03-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Join Greater Giving and Joey Goone, President at Utopia Experience, to cover “How To Make Your Event Unforgettable”. This session is tailored specifically for nonprofit leaders hosting galas and fundraisers throughout the year. It’s a masterclass in event planning and execution, providing nonprofit leaders with insights to elevate their fundraising and community engagement efforts.
Learning Objectives:
– The psychology behind events (The Triune Model of The Brain)
– Before, during and after your event (how to leverage tech)
– The 3C Model | Content, Connection, Community
– Learn how to build a meaningful and immersive experience
*Full participation in this webinar is applicable for 1 point in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

WEBINAR: How to Best Engage with Volunteers for Fundraising Event Success
2024-04-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Join Greater Giving and Samantha Swaim of Swaim Strategies to look at three pools of volunteers to engage for your fundraising event success. The board, a committee and the day of event staff. We will provide a clear definition of each role, and give you the tools for engagement, along with specific asks for each of your volunteer stakeholders to make sure they have a positive impact on your fundraising success.
Learning Objectives:

Understanding the best engagement strategies for the three pools of volunteers
Plan specific asks that you can delegate to each volunteer pool
Determine the impact volunteer engagement can have on your fundraising

WEBINAR: Secure Unforgettable Items for your Next Fundraiser
2024-05-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Whether you’re organizing a charity gala, school event, or community fundraiser, this webinar is your golden ticket to success. Discover the art of persuasion, networking tips, and creative strategies to secure generous food and auction item donations that will make your fundraiser unforgettable. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from the pros from Greater Giving and Hannah Yang, CEO & Founder of The Shareway, and boost your fundraising efforts. Grab your spot now and let’s make your next event a fundraising triumph!
Learning Objectives:

What are good channels for procuring auction items
How to make the ask and what materials you’ll need
How to save time and increase your success rate
How to build good relationships with donors

WEBINAR: Make it Make Cents
2024-06-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
This webinar will focus on talking through the whys and why-nots of various in-person fundraising revenue generators. This will be a look at what makes cents (monetary pun) for organizations to spend their time based on the ROI. By focusing on the “whys and why-nots” these tips and tricks can help create a more successful and robust fundraiser.
This session features Gazala Uradnik, Founder of CFS Events, along with your Greater Giving webinar host.
Learning Objectives:
-New revenue generator ideas
-Analyzing your budget
-Bringing it back to the organization’s mission
-Learn how to set goals and objectives for a strong fundraiser

WEBINAR: Growing your Event Income with a Committee-Based Approach
2024-07-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Development teams know the feeling of a thin bandwidth during event season, but are still able to produce an epic event for the organization. In this session, we will take a step back, look at case studies and participant examples to see what small (or large) changes can be made ahead of time that will make a big impact on your bandwidth, and the level of funds raised at your events. We will talk about how these changes can be made utilizing our best tools, great volunteers along with a great planning outline and event timeline.
Learning Objectives:

Feel more comfortable determining what areas of growth you can find within your events
Be able to utilize your volunteer committees to grow event fundraising
Work with and train the volunteer committees to be successful utilizing specific tools and resources

WEBINAR: Maximizing Impact: A Guide to Sponsorship and In-Kind Donations
2024-08-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Join us for an insightful webinar, “Maximizing Impact: A Guide to Sponsorship and In-Kind Donations,” where we will delve into the intricacies of creating successful partnerships beyond monetary contributions. Whether you’re a non-profit organization seeking support or a business looking to enhance your corporate social responsibility initiatives, this webinar will provide a comprehensive understanding of sponsorship strategies and the transformative power of in-kind donations. Learn how to craft compelling proposals, build lasting relationships with sponsors, and navigate the legal and ethical considerations surrounding such partnerships. Real-world case studies and success stories will illuminate the path to effective collaboration, ensuring that your organization can leverage sponsorship and in-kind donations to make a meaningful impact.
Learning Objectives:

Understand the key differences between cash sponsorship and in-kind donations and how to leverage both for organizational success strategically.
Develop the skills to identify and approach potential sponsors aligned with your mission, values, and goals.
Learn to create compelling sponsorship proposals, emphasizing the unique benefits and opportunities for sponsors.
Explore effective communication strategies to build and sustain sponsor relationships, fostering long-term partnerships.
Gain insights into the legal and ethical considerations involved in sponsorship and in-kind donations, ensuring compliance and transparency in your partnerships.

WEBINAR: Creating Buzz and Bids with Powerful Auction Videos
2024-09-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Join Greater Giving and Erin Kienzle, Video Marketing Coach at Giving4Good, to learn how to leverage the power of short-form videos, in two ways – marketing on social media, and marketing live on stage at the fundraiser.
Pick up tips on how to create a buzz on social media through a four-part “hype method”. This method demonstrates how to create unique short form videos that highlight auction items leading up to your event. Then we’ll move to the night of the fundraiser. You’ll see how your organization can strategically use video to capture the attention of the room, highlighting each auction item and driving higher bids from the audience.
Learning Objectives:

Learn how to create a buzz on social media using video marketing through a four-part method
Understand how to strategically use video to capture the attention of you audience at the event
Gain knowledge on what parts of the auction item to capture in video, and how

WEBINAR: Turning Generosity into Action: A GivingTuesday Workshop
2024-10-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Presenter: Victoria Leonhardt, Senior Manager – US+CA Hub, GivingTuesday
Kickstart your year-end on GivingTuesday! Join our 2024 workshop to learn how to make the most of GivingTuesday. Discover innovative strategies, data-driven messaging, and planning steps to build a successful campaign. We’ll also provide resources to help you leverage GivingTuesday for year-round community engagement.
Learning Objectives:
– Discover fresh ideas to maximize your GivingTuesday campaign’s community reach and impact.
– Learn about sector data that can be leveraged to craft a compelling message that resonates with donors.
– Explore resources specifically designed to help nonprofits leverage generosity on GivingTuesday

WEBINAR: Masterful Marketing Strategies for Your Auction Packages
2024-11-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar, Online
Your auction is a centerpiece to your fundraising event and you want your guests to be excited to shop to support your cause. With all the messages we receive each day, breaking through the clutter can be a challenge. This webinar is designed to give you tips & ideas for how to create great auction content and how to market each element of the packages to your bidders at every step of the event process.
This webinar features Greater Giving as your host, with Beth Sandefur (Beth Sandefur Events) as your guest speaker and fundraising expert.
Learning Objectives:

Ideas for packaging donations into lots designed to sell
Writing auction descriptions adaptable to multiple formats
Pre-event marketing campaigns for email & social media
How to create compelling – and complimentary! – print & digital collateral
Display ideas to showcase items in your event space
