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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Seminar-St. Louis 2019
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join us for a day of learning in St. Louis!\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 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. \nWednesday\, August 7th\, 2019\n9:00 AM-3:00 PM\n\nMissouri Athletic Club\n1777 Des Peres Rd.\nTown & Country\, MO 63131\n  \n$50 Per Person\nIncluded in your admission: Seminar\, lunch\, entertainment\, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event\, meet & greet with event sponsors.\nFeatured Topics: Event Planning\, Audience Development\, Board Engagement\, Revenue Enhancement\, and Donor Stewardship
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-seminar-st-louis-2019/
LOCATION:Missouri Athletic Club\, 1777 Des Peres Rd\, Town and Country\, MO\, 63131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Seminar-Chicago 2019
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join us for a day of learning in Chicago!\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 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. \nTuesday\, August 6th\, 2019\n9:00 AM-3:00 PM\n\nHotel Arista\n2139 City Gate Ln.\nNaperville\, IL 60563\n  \n$50 Per Person\nIncluded in your admission: Seminar\, lunch\, entertainment\, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event\, meet & greet with event sponsors.\nFeatured Topics: Event Planning\, Audience Development\, Board Engagement\, Revenue Enhancement\, and Donor Stewardship
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-seminar-chicago-2019/
LOCATION:Hotel Arista\, 2139 City Gate Ln.\, Naperville\, IL\, 60563\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190710T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar-Turn guests into raving fans and make more money at your next fundraiser with Tribe Table
DESCRIPTION:This Webinar is available on-demand—watch it now! \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nTurn guests into raving fans and make more money at your next fundraiser\nHave you ever attended an event and found yourself wondering why you came in the first place? Maybe you didn’t connect with anyone else there\, didn’t like the food\, or just found the whole thing to be dull. \nNow\, have you ever attended an event that was energetic and lively? Where you met great people who shared your values and went home excited to see what they would do next? \nMost people have been to both of these types of events. And while it’s easy to judge an event as a “good” or “bad” experience\, it can be difficult to put your finger on exactly what makes an event fun or a flop. \nThe good news is that all successful events have a few core things in common. There is a certain system that can make any event great\, no matter the size\, theme\, or budget. In this webinar\, you’ll learn the best strategies to plan a fun\, sustainable fundraiser that your guests will love and will grow in profit year after year. \nLive Webinar – Wednesday\, July 10th\, 2019\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm Pacific\n*Can’t attend live? Register anyway and receive the recording after the webinar!\n  \nYour Presenter:\nQuierra Trammel\, Fundraising Event Consultant\, Tribe Table\n\n\nQuierra helps people to plan successful\, sustainable fundraising events with less stress and more profit. Her mission is to rid the world of events with dry chicken\, boring speakers\, and people waiting patiently to go home. \nAs a professional event planner and fundraising consultant\, she’s done over 100 events ranging from intimate happy hours that keep donors engaged to galas with hundreds of attendees and 6-figure profits. \nHer goal is to share what she’s learned about putting on successful fundraisers in order to make it easier for good people to positively impact their communities. She believes that we all have the privilege and the responsibility to give back in a way that is meaningful\, fulfilling\, and full of the magic that happens when people come together. \nWhether you’re planning your first fundraiser or just looking to strengthen your skills so that you can better support your community through an event\, Tribe Table can give you the tips\, tools\, and resources you need to help you along the way. \n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/webinar-turn-guests-into-raving-fans-and-make-more-money-at-your-next-fundraiser-with-tribe-table/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190714
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SUMMARY:National Auctioneers Association 2019 Conference and Show-New Orleans\, LA
DESCRIPTION:July 9\, 2019 – July 13\, 2019\nBooth 4\nAll our bags are packed and we’re leaving on a jet plane. We hope to see you at the 2019 National Auctioneers Conference & Show where we have games\, a giveaway\, auction planners and friendly faces to answer your fundraising event software questions.\nDid you know that we pay for referrals that turn into clients? Come by and talk to us about our partner program! Pick up an application\, and have a quick demonstration of our product. \nWe can’t wait to see you!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/national-auctioneers-association-2019-conference-and-show/
LOCATION:Hilton New Orleans Riverside\, 2 Poydras St.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190508T203558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T203558Z
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SUMMARY:What's New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 Seminar-Boise\, ID
DESCRIPTION:What’s New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 – Your Guide to the latest Tips\, Tricks\, and Trends\nWednesday\, June 19th\, 2019\nOur 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. \nIn addition\, we’ll have grab bags\, raffles and games with great prizes – we’ll also provide plenty of snacks and refreshments! \nOur 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. \nSession 1- 9:00 am-11:00 am\nSession 2-1:00 pm-3:00 pm\n*Choose the time that works best for you! The same content will be covered at both sessions. \nLocation: The Grove Hotel\, Ivy Room
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/whats-new-in-fundraising-auctions-2019-seminar-boise-id/
LOCATION:The Grove Hotel\, 245 S Capitol Blvd\, Boise\, ID\, 83702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190610T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190610T140000
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SUMMARY:Fundraising Day in Maryland Conference-Baltimore\, MD
DESCRIPTION:Fundraising Day in Maryland delivers dynamic programming for fundraisers at all levels of experience and in all types of organizations. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned professional\, full-time fundraiser or consultant\, Fundraising Day in Maryland has the skills-sharpening workshops and networking opportunities you need. Greater Giving is excited to exhibit at this fantastic conference and hope to see you there! \n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/fundraising-day-in-maryland-conference-baltimore-md/
LOCATION:BWI Airport Marriott\, 1743 W. Nursery Rd.\, Linthicum Heights\, MD\, 21090\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190607
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
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SUMMARY:What's New in Fundraising Auctions 2019-Palm Springs\, CA
DESCRIPTION:What’s New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 – Your Guide to the latest Tips\, Tricks\, and Trends\nThursday\, June 6th\, 2019\nPresented by Greater Giving & Event Solutions \nOur 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.  \nIn addition\, we’ll have grab bags\, raffles and games with great prizes – we’ll also provide plenty of snacks and refreshments! \nOur 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. \nWe 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! \nSession 1- 9:00 am-11:00 am\nSession 2-1:00 pm-3:00 pm\n*Choose the time that works best for you! The same content will be covered at both sessions. \nLocation: Hyatt Palm Springs\, Palm Canyon Room
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/whats-new-in-fundraising-auctions-2019-palm-springs-ca/
LOCATION:Hyatt Palm Springs\, 285 N Palm Canyon Dr.\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190610
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
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SUMMARY:Texas Auctioneers Association Annual Convention-Waco\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Texas Auctioneers\, you don’t want to miss TAA’s Annual Convention! June 6-8\, Waco\, TX \nGreater Giving staff members will be available to discuss how Greater Giving can support your business with our partner program and solutions to streamline your client’s events- helping both of you to raise more money! Be sure and stop by our table to speak with Debby Roth-Bush and Aimee Haworth. \nEnter our drawing for a $100 Amazon Gift Card and pick up a bottle of Texas Pete’s Hot Sauce!  We’ll have Auction Planners and more on hand!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/texas-auctioneers-association-annual-convention-waco-tx/
LOCATION:Hilton Waco & Convention Center\, 113 S University Parks Dr.\, Waco\, OR\, 77840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190608
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T161210Z
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SUMMARY:AFP Advancement Northwest 2019 Forum on Strategic Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:AFP Advancement Northwest\nThe Forum on Strategic Fundraising is a core part of how we deliver on our mission to build leaders who fundraise to transform communities locally and across the world. This two-day conference is the Pacific Northwest’s most intensive and comprehensive training event for nonprofit fundraisers. \nWhether you are new to fundraising or an experienced major gift officer; a board member or chief development officer; a communications manager or executive director—the Forum on Strategic Fundraising can help you grow your fundraising acumen! \nJoin us at the conference on Thursday\, June 6th and Friday\, June 7th\, 2019!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/afp-advancement-northwest-2019-forum-on-strategic-fundraising/
LOCATION:Past Event
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190530
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
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SUMMARY:AFP DFW Philanthropy in Action Conference-Irving\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Will you be in Irving for the 2019 AFP DFW Philanthropy in Action Conference? You’ll want to be sure to join our team member Aimee in the Exhibit Hall and chat with her about your organization’s fundraising efforts. She’ll also have some great giveaways and you can enter to win a $100 Amazon gift card.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/afp-dfw-philanthropy-in-action-conference-irving-tx/
LOCATION:Irving Convention Center\, 500 West Las Colinas Boulevard\, Irving\, TX\, 75039\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190521T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190422T204455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T204455Z
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SUMMARY:Washington State Nonprofit Conference-Bellevue\, WA
DESCRIPTION:The Washington State Nonprofit Conference is the only annual statewide gathering for members of the nonprofit community. Take a day away from your desk to see your challenges from another perspective\, meet nonprofit leaders from across the state\, and visualize how you can lead the change for a better nonprofit sector. If you’ll be in Bellevue for the conference\, be sure to stop by and visit team member Kim in the Exhibit Hall. She’d love to chat about your organization’s fundraising efforts and will have some great giveaways as well.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/washington-state-nonprofit-conference-bellevue-wa/
LOCATION:Meydenbauer Center\, 11100 NE 6th St.\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190207T222922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T212719Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar-7 Essentials to Fund-a-Need Success with Auction brio LLC
DESCRIPTION:This Webinar is available on-demand—watch it now! \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n7 Essentials to Fund-a-Need Success\n75% of all first time donors to the Fund-a-Need will not return to give you a second donation the following year unless you do one imperative action. Who gives the most money to a Fund-a-Need ask and what entities are the leading beneficiary? With over $410 billion dollars to be donated to charities in 2019 you need to know how to capture your share. In this webinar\, certified Benefit Auctioneer Specialist Mark Schroeder CAI\, BAS\, CES will share money-generating ideas to enhance the bond of your non-profit with your generous donors through the 7-Essentials to Fund-a-Need Success.  \nLive Webinar – Wednesday\, May 15th\, 2019\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm Pacific\n*Can’t attend live? Register anyway and receive the recording after the webinar!\n  \nYour Presenter:\nMark Schroeder CAI\, BAS\, CES of Auction brio LLC\n\n\nMark Schroeder CAI\, BAS\, CES is a benefit auction strategist. His San Antonio\, Texas-based benefit auction company\, Auction brio llc.\, teams with clients to share money generating ideas that create enhanced value to auction fundraising up to a year prior to the event. Mark creatively infuses entertainment through presentation and sales celebrations at the event that engage donors and increases giving. His award-winning video production career and infused original strategies adheres the donor to the mission of the organization. In thirteen short years\, Mark has raised over $108-million dollars for non-profit clients. \nMark is one of the first 30 professional auctioneers to earn the Benefit Auctioneer (BAS) certification. Mark carries the elite CAI designation. Less than 1% of all auctioneers hold the distinguished Certified Auctioneer’s Institute (CAI) certification. \nMark spent twenty-three years as a television Sports Anchor with CBS-TV and FOX- TV networks in Cleveland\, Ohio and for the Fox NFL broadcasts. Nominated thirty- one times for Emmy Awards\, he has collected high honors for his production creativity and for his on-air sports anchoring\, including winning multiple Emmy Awards\, a prestigious international Telly Award and Sportscaster of the Year honors. Mark has earned an Emmy Award and a Telly Award as an auctioneer in a commercial spot for Sportstime Ohio.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/webinar-7-essentials-to-fund-a-need-success-with-auction-brio-llc/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190516
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190422T195553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T195553Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Fundraising Workshop-Santa Fe\, NM
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to increase results at your next gala!\nGreater Giving is excited to sponsor this event and hope to see you there!\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. 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. \nWe will have Lunch\, Live Entertainment\, and Prizes! \nWho should attend? \n\nNonprofit and Development Directors\nGala Committee Chairs\nSpecial Events Coordinator
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-fundraising-workshop-santa-fe-nm/
LOCATION:Hilton Santa Fe\, 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail Road\, Santa Fe\, NM\, 87506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190515
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190422T194630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T194630Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Fundraising Workshop-Albuquerque\, NM
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to increase results at your next gala!\nGreater Giving is excited to sponsor this event and hope to see you there!\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. 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. \nWe will have Lunch\, Live Entertainment\, and Prizes! \nWho should attend? \n\nNonprofit and Development Directors\nGala Committee Chairs\nSpecial Events Coordinator\n\n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-fundraising-workshop-albuquerque-nm/
LOCATION:Sandia Golf Club\, 30 Rainbow Road\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190501T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190422T202143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T202143Z
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SUMMARY:AFP Genesee Valley Regional Conference 2019-Rochester\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Will you be in Rochester for the annual AFP Regional Conference? Be sure to stop by and visit with our team member Lisa who will be there and wants to talk about your organization’s fundraising! We will also be giving away a $100 Amazon gift card and a copy of our 26 Proven Revenue Enhancers book for any attendees who enter our drawing.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/afp-genesee-valley-regional-conference-2019-rochester-ny/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn – Downtown Rochester\, 70 State St.\, Rochester\, NY\, 14614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190403
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190131T192640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T213907Z
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SUMMARY:AFP Icon-San Antonio\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Are you attending the AFP Icon Conference in San Antonio? Visit Greater Giving at Booth 111! \nMarch 31-April 2\, 2019 \nAFP Icon Conference features over 90 educational sessions spanning three days\, covering all aspects of professional fundraising and nonprofit management. Greater Giving team members will be on site in the Marketplace and want to chat with you about your fundraising efforts in Booth 111. Whether you’re already a customer or new to Greater Giving\, our goal is to help you find ways to Raise More and Stress Less! \nDuring the Marketplace Happy Hour Monday\, we’ll be handing out 100 delicious frozen margaritas.  To get your free margarita – all you have to do is stop by and get your picture taken in front of our GIANT Margarita and post it on social media with the #GreaterGiving.  In addition\, we’ll pick some random winners for $5 gift cards.  The more shares on different platforms – the more chances you will have to win a prize.  We are also playing our own special version of “Margarita Ring Toss” where you could win a hard copy of our 26 Proven Revenue Enhancers For Your Fundraiser Book and a $50 Amazon Gift Card. \nIn keeping with our Margarita theme – while at our booth\, enter to win a Coolest Cooler complete with the blender attachment! Stop by and have us scan your name tag to be entered. \nAnother benefit to visiting our booth is our in-both mini-sessions! We’re bringing special 15-minute presentations from fundraising professionals right to you. \nSunday\, March 31st\n12:00-12:15 PM A Perfect Match: Employer Matching Gifts and Event Fundraising\nHannah Silvers\, Double the Donation \nLearn how to take advantage of employer matching gift programs to boost your event fundraiser! The presenter from Double the Donation will provide a quick overview of the corporate philanthropy landscape\, then help you take your event fundraiser to the next level by leveraging matching gift marketing and automation. \n3:15-3:30 PM Finding the Hidden Gold in Your Data\nGayle Stallings\, CAI\, BAS\, FUNauctions \nLearn how to dig deeper into your data to uncover the golden nuggets that will increase the return on investment for your silent auction\, live auction\, and Paddle Raise. \n\nMonday\, April 1st\n9:20-9:40 AM Videos Generate Value & More Money\nMark Schroeder CAI\, BAS\, CES\, Auction brio \nWhat connects your organization’s need to donors? It’s the power of an invigorating Fund-a-Need video. Multi-Emmy Award-winning video producer and auctioneer\, Mark Schroeder presents award-winning components for you to produce energizing Fund-a-Need videos. Plus\, Mark shares how to add video ingenuity to your live auction to create value\, entertainment and raise much more money. \n12:00-12:15 PM The Sound of Money\nForres Meadows\,  CAI\, ATS\, BAS PRI\, Fundraising Auction Events \nCan you hear me now? Your fundraising auction contributes a major portion of your operating budget. If your audience cannot hear those on stage\, they will not bid! We’ve teamed up with Hall of Fame & Senior Champion Texas Auctioneer\, Forres Meadows to talk about auction audio and what to consider when planning your event. \n3:15-3:30 PM Spotlight Your Supporters\nRenee Jones\, CAI\, AARE\, BAS\, CES National Fundraising Solutions \nHow to be successful at showing a return on investment for supporters large and small. \n  \nTuesday\, April 2nd\n9:30-9:45 AM Removing the Blocks to Lackluster Fundraising\, Event Strategy and Messaging\nShelly St. John\, The Auction Divas \nThe biggest buzz word in the nonprofit world today is strategy. We’ll share our 5%\, 40%\, 55% Rule\, show you how to structure your run-of-show to parallel your audience’s attention span and develop paddle raise messaging that both educates and inspires guests to give at top levels. A special prize awaits the one individual who can correctly decode our acronym SFWWSC. \n12:00-12:15 PM Greater Giving Software Demo\nAimee Haworth & Lisa Payne\, Greater Giving \nCome see a brief demonstration of our software on the big screen in the booth. See how easy it is to manage and run a fundraising event with our software!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/afp-icon-san-antonio-tx/
LOCATION:Henry B. González Convention Center\, 900 E. Market St.\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190314T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190314T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190218T195250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190218T195250Z
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SUMMARY:Corporate Giving Network Conference-Seattle\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Will you be joining us at the Corporate Giving Network Corporate Giving Conference in Seattle?\nGreater Giving is excited to once again sponsor this annual conference that focuses on helping nonprofits identify and pursue corporate giving and sponsorship opportunities with the aim to increase their revenue thereby growing their organizations. The conference features speakers from the corporate sector who are decision-makers in awarding grants/donations\, authorizing sponsorships and handle cause-related marketing requests. \n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/corporate-giving-network-conference-seattle-wa-2/
LOCATION:Museum of Flight\, 9404 E Marginal Way S\, Seattle\, WA\, 98108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190316
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190130T170325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190130T170325Z
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SUMMARY:#19NTC-Portland\, OR
DESCRIPTION:Gather together with more than 2\,000 of your nonprofit colleagues to collaborate\, innovate\, and discover new ways to spark change with technology. The 19NTC in Portland is designed to help you reinvigorate your work and bring that renewed passion back to your community. Greater Giving is thrilled to support this event and can’t wait to meet with you in the exhibit hall March 13-15 in our hometown\, Portland! Stop by booth #501 to hear about our solutions and how you can raise more\, stress less. \n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/19ntc-portland-or/
LOCATION:Oregon Convention Center\, 777 NE Martin Luther King\, Jr. Blvd\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190312T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190312T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190211T224747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190218T194906Z
UID:10357-1552379400-1552402800@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:What's New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 Seminar - Salt Lake City\, UT
DESCRIPTION:What’s New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 – Your Guide to the latest Tips\, Tricks and Trends\nTuesday\, March 12th\, 2019\nOur 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. \nIn addition\, we’ll have grab bags\, raffles and games with great prizes – we’ll also provide plenty of snacks and refreshments! \nOur 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. \nSession 1- 9:00 am-11:00 am\nSession 2-1:00 pm-3:00 pm\n*Choose the time that works best for you! The same content will be covered at both sessions. \n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/whats-new-in-fundraising-auctions-2019-seminar-salt-lake-city-ut/
LOCATION:The Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek\, 75 South West Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190307T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190225T164516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190226T170007Z
UID:10392-1551952800-1551954600@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: What's New at Greater Giving Spring 2019
DESCRIPTION:Spring 2019 “What’s New” Webinar\nOur Spring “What’s New” webinar is set for Thursday\, March 7th at 1 pm Eastern/10 am Pacific. Join us to review new features changes and enhancements from Greater Giving. Beyond just changes to Greater Giving’s products\, we will share updates to resources and best practice guides. These updates are based on feedback from our fantastic partners and clients. Anyone who signs up for this webinar will be automatically sent the recording. \nDuring this webinar we will cover: \n\nNew Resources and Guides\nTop 3 new features for Spring 2019\nGiving Board\, Aggregate Reporting and Captcha\nRaise More Tip: “Round Up” for the cause at Checkout\nNew Online Bidding Videos “Getting Started” and “How To Bid”\n“Auction Item Ideas” contest
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/webinar-whats-new-at-greater-giving-spring-2019/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190306T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190207T222431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T212833Z
UID:10332-1551870000-1551873600@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Webinar-Power Up Your Auction Revenue Through Creative and Strategic Refinement with Mission Limelight
DESCRIPTION:This Webinar is available on-demand—watch it now! \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nPower Up Your Auction Revenue Through Creative and Strategic Refinement\nWhat if you could realize substantially more auction revenue by taking a fresh look at the way you approach your procurement strategies\, and getting creative about how you leverage your resources? \nJoin us for a special webinar focused on detailed and specific actions you can take now to power up your next event! \nIn this 1 hour session\, you will learn how to: \n\nEvaluate your past auction results\nIdentify key holes in your auction line up\, and what’s currently hot\nHow to approach potential donors with a win-win pitch\nMake more money with auction packages that used to perform well\, but have lost audience interest\nThread mission throughout your silent and live auction to inspire more giving\n\nLive Webinar – Wednesday\, March 6th\, 2019\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm Pacific\n*Can’t attend live? Register anyway and receive the recording after the webinar!\n  \nYour Presenter:\nTalena Barker\, CEO\, Mission Limelight\n\n\nTalena Barker has been working with non-profit organizations on fundraising strategy and events for 15 years\, having raised millions of dollars for charities and their world-changing missions. She is passionate about philanthropy and designing tools to make it easier for businesses to give meaningfully and strategically and to lessen the barriers to success and mutual communication across the giving lifecycle for charities and donors alike.\nTalena is Founder and CEO of the startup company\, Mission Limelight. Mission Limelight provides a suite of solutions that help non-profits raise more money for their cause\, and businesses drive greater success by dovetailing their philanthropic and marketing goals and telling the true story of how their giving has a social impact.\nMission Limelight recently launched their first solution online\, the Mission Limelight Exchange\, which helps non-profits raise more money by exchanging locally-sourced auction packages that fail to excite their local audiences\, with other non-profits across the country. This powerful tool revamps fundraising auction lineups to build exponentially greater auction attendance\, enthusiasm and fundraising capability.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/webinar-power-up-your-auction-revenue-through-creative-and-strategic-refinement-with-mission-limelight/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190306T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190306T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190129T210415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190129T210415Z
UID:10278-1551862800-1551888000@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Nonprofit Learning Lab-Newport News\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Advance Your Skills: Fundraising\, Social Media\, Board Development\, Branding\, Volunteer Management & More\nGreater Giving team members Shane and Tracey hope to see you at the Nonprofit Learning Lab Nonprofit Institute March 6th! This event is a full day of training with a variety of topics covered including our own session titled Connections that Last: Telling Your Organization’s Story on Event Night. We hope to see you in Virginia.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/nonprofit-learning-lab-newport-news-va/
LOCATION:Community Education and Health Resource Center\, 2 Bernardine Dr\, Newport News\, VA\, 23602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190129T175048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T211404Z
UID:10270-1550055600-1550059200@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Webinar-Donors vs. Dollars\, How to Win in the Long Run with Alpenglow Benefits
DESCRIPTION:This Webinar is available on-demand—watch it now! \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nDonors vs. Dollars\, How to Win in the Long Run\nDonor-centric fundraising is not a new concept\, but it is not the norm in today’s fundraising world. This webinar will cover the background and where the idea evolved from. How it has been successful for some organizations. How a few changes can make a definitive difference in your NPO’s relationship with its donors and help lower costs. Most importantly it can help shift the outlook of your shop to be less about chasing dollars and more about creating relationships that will over time benefit both the NPO and the individual donors. \nDuring the webinar\, Ailie will cover: \n\nThe high-level ideas of the concept\nHow you can incorporate donor-centric fundraising into your existing shop in small ways\nHow to cultivate your relationship with your donors for long term mutual success\n\nLive Webinar – Wednesday\, February 13th\, 2018\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm Pacific\n*Can’t attend live? Register anyway and receive the recording after the webinar!\n  \nYour Presenter:\nAilie F. Byers\, President Alpenglow Benefits\, NAA Director\nAilie Byers is President of Alpenglow Benefits. She is a second-generation auctioneer with a master’s degree in Public Administration/Policy from the University of Georgia. The fundraising and benefit auction company of Alpenglow works with clients to tailor fit a solution to their fundraising needs\, all over the country and for various sized NPO’s. Ailie is an elected member of the National Auctioneers Association (NAA) Board of Directors. She is also an active member of several local non-profit boards. She has worked in the industry full time since 2012. Ailie prides herself on staying educated on relevant topics she needs for work and life and feels this helps her in her successes. Ailie is a fervent outdoor enthusiast. Growing up she spent most summers sailing and skiing in the winter\, forming her love of outdoors. Living in North Conway for the past seven years\, nowadays she bikes\, rock & ice climbs\, hikes runs\, dives\, and alpine\, backcountry\, and Nordic skis. If she has free time\, she is probably outside with her two dogs! Fun Fact\, Ailie has flown over 180\,449 miles since starting her work as an auctioneer.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/webinar-donors-vs-dollars-how-to-win-in-the-long-run-with-alpenglow-benefits/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190206T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190206T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190124T190556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190124T190556Z
UID:10266-1549438200-1549474200@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:What IF Conference-McClellan Park\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Visit with Greater Giving at the What IF Conference!\nTeam members Michelle and Nancy will be on-site in McClellan Park at the What IF Conference to discuss your organization’s fundraising events. Be sure to also visit with Greater Giving Partner and Benefit Auction Specialist Keith McLane of KLM Auctions who will be on-site! We’ll have great giveaways and enter to win a $100 Amazon gift card and a copy of our 26 Proven Revenue Enhancers Book.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/what-if-conference-mcclellan-park-ca/
LOCATION:McClellan Conference Center\, 5411 Luce Ave\, McClellan Park\, CA\, 95652\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20190107T221836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190107T221836Z
UID:10240-1547632800-1547636400@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: 5 Keys to Efficient Fundraising Event Setup
DESCRIPTION:5 Keys to Efficient Fundraising Event Setup\nJoin Greater Giving and Winspire as we share practical ways to set up a well-organized\, efficient fundraising auction event. \nThe experience guests have when they first arrive is a “make or break” moment for your event.\nWhen you’ve put months of preparation into your fundraising event\, you want to ensure all guests enter and exit feeling impressed with how the night has been run. \nTo help\, Winspire is teaming up with Siri Lippy\, Senior Professional Event Services Manager at Greater Giving. Together we’ll share recommended best practices for setting up various aspects of your event in a strategic\, efficient manner. \nCovered in this session: \n\nPre-event Data Management\nOptimize Event Space\nStreamline Check-in and Registration\nTrain and Manage Volunteers\nItem Pickup and Express Check-out\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned pro or putting on a first-time event\, there will be practical takeaways for you. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask fundraising event experts about your event during Q&A time. We hope to see you there! \nNote: If you can’t make the live session but are still interested in the content\, register anyway and receive a recording after the event.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/webinar-5-keys-to-efficient-fundraising-event-setup/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190113
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20181205T180015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181205T180015Z
UID:10186-1547164800-1547337599@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Virginia Auctioneers Association Annual Convention-Richmond\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to help your nonprofit clients be better organized\, digitize their fundraising efforts and increase their revenue? Are you looking for a partner who sends business back to you? Come see Debby and Shane at the Virginia Auctioneers Association 2019 Annual Conference. \nGreater Giving will be in Virginia to demonstrate Greater Giving Online Bidding and Go Time for fundraising events and you’ll learn about the latest fundraising trends. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Online Bidding Events\, and a drawing for a $100 Amazon gift card.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/virginia-auctioneers-association-annual-convention-richmond-va/
LOCATION:Hilton Richmond Hotel and Spa/Short Pump\, 12042 West Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23233 \, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190107
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20181205T180819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181205T180819Z
UID:10187-1546473600-1546819199@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Colorado Auctioneers Association Convention-Aurora\, CO
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to help your nonprofit clients be better organized\, digitize their fundraising efforts and increase their revenue? Are you looking for a partner who sends business back to you? Come see us at Colorado Auctioneers Association 61st Annual Conference January 3-6\, 2019. \nGreater Giving will be in Colorado to demonstrate Greater Giving Online Bidding and Go Time for fundraising events and you’ll learn about the latest fundraising trends. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Online Bidding Events\, and a drawing for a $100 Amazon gift card.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/colorado-auctioneers-association-convention-aurora-co/
LOCATION:Denver Airport Marriott at Gateway Park\, 16455 E. 40th Circle\, Aurora\, CO\, 80011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181212T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20181129T212348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T212348Z
UID:10179-1544614200-1544619600@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Hosted by Fund Your Org-Oklahoma City\, OK
DESCRIPTION:Join Rick Miller and the Fund Your Org Team for a Lunch and Learn sponsored by Greater Giving!\nDuring your lunch hour\, learn about event fundraising software & mobile bidding.\n\nReady 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.\n\nGreater Giving team member Aimee will be on hand to answer all your questions.\n\nTo register to attend\, please call Lyndsey  at 918.878.8152
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/lunch-learn-hosted-by-fund-your-org-oklahoma-city-ok/
LOCATION:OSU Student Center\, Conference South\, 900 N. Portland Ave.\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20181113T151137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T215155Z
UID:10144-1544612400-1544616000@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Webinar-The Art of the Special Appeal with Samantha Swaim
DESCRIPTION:This Webinar is available on-demand—watch it now! \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n  \n \nThe Art of the Special Appeal-Getting the Most Out of the Room\n\nThe special appeal is your biggest opportunity to raise funds the day of your event. Do you have a strategy in place for how to execute your special appeal? \nIn this webinar\, we will take a look at the essential components of an effective appeal and delve into how to tell a compelling story to connect donors to your work in a way that will encourage them to give. We will also cover the logistics of an appeal the ensure that you capitalize on the moment and convert that into effective fundraising. \nLearn to: \n\nEffectively tell your story to engage donors\nPlace your appeal at the best point in your program to maximize donations\nLeverage challenge gifts or grants\nIdentify giving levels\nPrep your speakers\nSet your starting levels\nWork with your emcee and auctioneer for a fantastic appeal\n\nLive Webinar – Wednesday\, December 12th\, 2018\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm Pacific\n*Can’t attend live? Register anyway and receive the recording after the webinar!\n  \nYour Presenter:\nSamantha Swaim\, Swaim Strategies\nWith a background in fundraising and development\, as well as theatre and television production\, Samantha founded Swaim Strategies in 2004 because she believes in the power of bringing people together. By designing events that uniquely fit each organization’s mission\, she captures both the fun and the funds. Samantha’s passion is implementing strategy and education to provide nonprofit leaders the tools they need to increase fundraising and reduce workload. As a teacher\, her goal is to provide nonprofits with the tactics to yield results and reach goals.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/webinar-the-art-of-the-special-appeal-with-samantha-swaim/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163354
CREATED:20181115T191425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181115T191425Z
UID:10159-1544007600-1544011200@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:End of Year Giving: How it Works
DESCRIPTION:We will be going over the basics of Giving Tuesday and End of The Year Giving.\n\n\n\n\nHost David Foster will share 7 creative ways to boost end of year giving and a three-part plan for how to connect with donors. During the webinar\, we will show how you can build a Virtual Food Drive using Greater Giving from start to finish. Post-webinar the recorded video will be added to help center for future viewing. \n\n\nWed\, Dec 5th\, 2018 11am – 12pm Pacific \n*Can’t attend live? Register anyway and receive the recording after the webinar!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/end-of-year-giving-how-it-works/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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