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SUMMARY:AFP Fundraising Day Wisconsin - 2016
DESCRIPTION:Join us at… \nAFP Fundraising Day Wisconsin \nThursday August 18 \nCountry Springs Hotel and Conference Center\, Pewaukee\, WI \nDo you want to improve your donors’ experience\, digitize fundraising efforts\, and increase your revenue?  Then come see Heidi in Pewaukee at this great conference! \nStop by our booth in the exhibit hall and we’ll demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and Go Time.  You’ll learn about the latest fundraising trends for 2016. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, giveaways and enter to win a $100 Visa gift card.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/afpfundraisingdaywi/
LOCATION:Country Springs Hotel and Conference Center\, 2810 Golf Rd\, Pewaukee\, WI\, 53072\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160721T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160715T204357Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Giving Booth Mini Series at NAA Conference & Show
DESCRIPTION:Greater Giving: Booth Mini Series \nPresented by NAA Fundraising Professionals \nPick a special 15 minute presentation to attend in Greater Giving’s booth #43 & 44 with Benefit Auction professionals. Space is limited to 12 attendees\, register today! \nWednesday July 20th \n10:50 AM Renee Jones: Flash Mob Raffles \n11:30 AM Kathy Kingston: 3 Profitable Ways to Make More Money and Raise More Funds Now \n12:00 PM Scott Robertson: Tips and Techniques for Audience Engagement \n2:35 PM Renee Jones: Mobile Bidding Best Practices for the Special Appeal \n  \n  \nThursday July 21st \n11:30 AM Kathy Kingston: 3 Profitable Ways to Make More Money and Raise More Funds Now \n12:00 PM Scott Robertson: Auction Time Line Suggestions \n2:35 PM Rich Schur: Make it Difficult to Say “NO” \n\n  \n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/4519/
LOCATION:DeVos Place Convention Center\, 303 Monroe Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160724
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
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SUMMARY:Visit Greater Giving at NAA Conference & Show
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? \nCome see us at NAA Conference & Show in Grand Rapids – Booth 43 & 44! \nGreater Giving will be offering treats to share while discussing the latest fundraising trends and Greater Giving’s solutions. Pick up auction planners to share with your clients.  Get a demo on the software and mobile bidding platforms. Enter to Win a $100 Amazon Gift Card. \n\n\nAnd join us Friday July 21st from 1:00-2:30 pm for…\nGreater Giving Go Time Training for Benefit Auction Companies\nIt’s Go Time! Learn how to run Greater Giving software at a benefit auction event for your clients. Lean insider tips on common issues seen on event night from Sirenna Heckendorn\, a Greater Giving National Account Manager. \n\nHave a sponsor guest not in Greater Giving? No problem!\nNeed to split a payment on an auction item between two guests? Easy.\nDid a guest accidentally bid on an item while mobile bidding? You can fix it.\n\nAfter this training\, you and your staff will be confident in supporting your clients at their events and you can leverage your tech know-how to drive extra revenue for your business. \nLocation: Gallery Overlook F
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/meet-greater-giving-naa-conference-show-2/
LOCATION:DeVos Place Convention Center\, 303 Monroe Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160621T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160621T173000
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SUMMARY:AFP Monterey Bay Summer Fundraising Summit
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday June 21\, 2016 \nHyatt Regency Monterey Bay \nYou don’t want to miss AFP Monterey Bay’s annual fundraising conference! It will include a General Session with Jay Love\, Co-Founder & CEO of Bloomerang\, eight breakout sessions\, lunch table topics\, refreshments\, information tables\, a wine reception and many free raffle prizes. \nGreater Giving’s Michelle Holman will be on hand to discuss how Greater Giving can integrate into your organization’s fundraising plans and help streamline all your efforts!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/afp-monterey-bay-summer-fundraising-summit/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Monterey Bay\, 1 Old Golf Course Rd\, Monterey\, OR\, 93940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160618
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
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SUMMARY:AFP Advancement Northwest
DESCRIPTION:Join us at… \nAFP Advancement Northwest Forum on Strategic Fundraising \nJune 16 & 17 \nWashington State Convention Center\, Seattle \nDo you want to improve your donors’ experience\, digitize fundraising efforts\, and increase your revenue?  Then come see Kim in Seattle at this great conference! \nStop by our booth in the exhibit hall and we’ll demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and Go Time.  You’ll learn about the latest fundraising trends for 2016. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, giveaways and enter to win a $100 Visa gift card.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/afp-advancement-northwest/
LOCATION:Washington State Convention Center\, 705 Pike St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160614T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160523T214912Z
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SUMMARY:WVDO Tech Fair Portland\, OR
DESCRIPTION:WVDO Tech Fair\nTuesday June 14 \n10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nLeft Bank Annex \nThe fair is a shopping event for technology services including vendors: Give Gab\, DonorPerfect\, Greater Giving and more.  The fair includes three educational sessions: \n11am:  “Super-Boring\, Crazy-Important” | Protecting your Donors’ Data with Greater Giving \n12pm:  IT Systems upgrade Panel with Encore Fellows\, Fundraising Nerd and Swift River Consulting \n1pm:  Data Analytics for Effective Fundraising Campaigns with One Connect Solutions \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/wvdo-tech-fair-portland/
LOCATION:Left Bank Annex\, 101 North Weidler Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97227\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160519T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160519T110000
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CREATED:20160210T221745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160210T221745Z
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SUMMARY:A Higher Bid: Book-Tour Seminars with Kathy Kingston Portland\, OR
DESCRIPTION:Greater Giving is proud to sponsor… A Higher Bid: Book-Tour Seminars with Kathy Kingston \nAre you ready to learn Kathy’s new proven fundraising methods that break records? \nShe will share secrets from her #1 best-selling book\, A Higher Bid\, to catapult your auction and event profits. Specializing in nonprofit charity and benefit auctions for over 30 years\, she’s raised millions and millions of dollars for nonprofits\, charities and schools across the country. \nRaise more money\, inspire your bidders and to engage new loyal donors with Kathy’s innovative profit-making tips. If you are ready to take your event to the next level\, this fundraising auction seminar is a MUST. \nRevolutionize your fundraising and ignite a culture of giving now. \nYOU’LL RECEIVE: \n\nA personally signed copy of A Higher Bid ($45 value)\nBonus gifts: special reports\, checklists + (over $250 value)\nMeet the author Kathy Kingston – Ask Kathy anything (Priceless!)\n2-hour interactive seminar jam packed with fundraising gems ($250 value)\nThat’s a $500 total value for only $47!\n\nFEE: $47 per person. Reserve your spot now! Space is limited! \nTIME \n\n8:00am to 8:30am Registration\n8:30am to 10:30am Seminar\n10:30am to 11am Book signing
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/a-higher-bid-book-tour-seminars-with-kathy-kingston-portland-or/
LOCATION:Castaway\, 1900 NW 18th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160517T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160517T130000
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SUMMARY:Seminar: Fundraising Trends and Updates for 2016
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Greater Giving and FUNauctions… \nFundraising Trends and Updates for 2016 \nIs your benefit auction feeling a bit tired?  Are you looking for some new ideas to engage with supporters during your events?  Do you want your event to stand out from the crowd?  Then this class is for you!  Join us as we look at all the major areas of event night revenue—Silent Auction\, Games and Raffles\, Live Auction and Special Appeal—and how minor changes can have major impact on the results. \nAt this seminar\, you will learn how to stand out with tips on: \n\nNew ideas for silent and live auction\nHow to keep your Special Appeal Fresh\nMaking data driven decisions for your event\nUtilizing technology\, like online bidding\, for improved efficiency and accuracy\nBuilding the best guest experience\n\nThursday\, May 17\, 2016 – Austin\, TX\n11:30 am-1:00 pm\nCheck-in begins 30 minutes prior to start time. \nLocation:\nAT&T Executive Education and Conference Center\n1900 University Ave Austin\, TX 78705 \nCost: $19.95\nLunch will be served \nPresenters \nGayle Stallings\, BAS\, is a licensed auctioneer specializing in benefit auctions. Capitalizing on her 12 years of experience as an Executive Director of a statewide nonprofit organization\, special event consultant\, facilitator and public speaking coach led Gayle Stallings to create FUNauctions\, a professional benefit auction and event consultant company based in Austin\, Texas. She has been a professional speaker and trainer for clients and audiences in more than 16 states\, Canada and Europe. \nGretchen Carter\, Area Marketing Manager Greater Giving\, joined the company in 2008 after working as an Event Coordinator for a private restaurant and club.  In addition to special events\, Gretchen has been a Board member and active volunteer with several organizations\, and co-chaired a capital campaign for a new mission building at her church.  In addition to success in traditional fundraising approaches\, Gretchen leveraged online peer-to-peer fundraising technology to exceed her fundraising goals when participating in two campaigns to support the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure. Gretchen is an expert in combining technology and fundraising best practices to retain volunteers\, strengthen and expand donor relations\, and increase overall fundraising revenue.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/seminar-fundraising-trends-updates-2016/
LOCATION:AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center\, 1900 University Ave\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160517T110000
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CREATED:20160210T221115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160413T160120Z
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SUMMARY:A Higher Bid: Auction Seminar with Kathy Kingston Santa Rosa\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Greater Giving is proud to sponsor… A Higher Bid: Fundraising Auction Seminar with Kathy Kingston \nAre you ready to learn Kathy’s new proven fundraising methods that break records? \nShe will share secrets from her #1 best-selling book\, A Higher Bid\, to catapult your auction and event profits. Specializing in nonprofit charity and benefit auctions for over 30 years\, she’s raised millions and millions of dollars for nonprofits\, charities and schools across the country. \nRaise more money\, inspire your bidders and to engage new loyal donors with Kathy’s innovative profit-making tips. If you are ready to take your event to the next level\, this fundraising auction seminar is a MUST. \nRevolutionize your fundraising and ignite a culture of giving now. \nYOU’LL RECEIVE: \n\nA personally signed copy of A Higher Bid ($45 value)\nBonus gifts: special reports\, checklists + (over $250 value)\nMeet the author Kathy Kingston – Ask Kathy anything (Priceless!)\n2-hour interactive seminar jam packed with fundraising gems ($250 value)\nThat’s a $500 total value for only $47!\n\nFEE: $47 per person. Reserve your spot now! Space is limited! \n  \nTIME \n\n8:00am to 8:30am Registration\n8:30am to 10:30am Seminar\n10:30am to 11am Book signing
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/a-higher-bid-book-tour-seminars-with-kathy-kingston/
LOCATION:Luther Burbank Center for the Arts\, 50 Mark West Springs Rd\, Santa Rosa\, CA\, 95403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160506T160000
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CREATED:20160404T181116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160404T181116Z
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SUMMARY:AFP Dallas Fort Worth Philanthropy in Action Conference
DESCRIPTION:May 6 – Irving\, TX\nDo you want to improve your donors’ experience\, digitize fundraising efforts\, and increase your revenue?  Then come see Gretchen in Irving! \nStop by and we’ll demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and Go Time.  You’ll learn about the latest fundraising trends for 2015. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, giveaways and enter to win a $100 Amazon gift card.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/afp-dallas-fort-worth-philanthropy-action-conference/
LOCATION:Irving Convention Center\, 500 West Las Colinas Boulevard\, Irving\, TX\, 75039\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160504
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160428T155707Z
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SUMMARY:Texas Auctioneers Association Annual Convention & Championship
DESCRIPTION:May 1-3\, 2016 Hilton Hill Country- San Antonio \nDo 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?\nCome see us at Texas Auctioneers Association Convention! \nGreater Giving will be in San Antonio to demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and GoTime for fundraising events and you’ll learn about fundraising trends from 2015. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, giveaways and a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card! \nStop by our table and register your cell phone to try out our mobile bidding platform! \nfor more information and to register visit: https://texasauctioneers.org/conventions-2/conventions/2016-convention-registration/ \n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/texas-auctioneers-association-annual-convention-championship/
LOCATION:Hilton Hill Country\, 9800 Westover Hills Blvd\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78251\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160428T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160428T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20160330T191638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160515T163508Z
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SUMMARY:Visit Greater Giving at AFP Genesee Valley 2016 Regional Conference
DESCRIPTION:April 28 – Rochester\, NY\nDo you want to improve your donors’ experience\, digitize fundraising efforts\, and increase your revenue?  Then come see Barry in Rochester! \nStop by and we’ll demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and Go Time.  You’ll learn about the latest fundraising trends for 2015. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, giveaways and enter to win a $100 Visa gift card. \nGreater Giving is also thrilled to sponsor this year’s Meyers Scholarship! The Meyers Fund was established to honor Daniel M. Meyers and his contributions to the fundraising profession. Recognizing that many local organizations cannot afford the cost of professional development\, Mr. Meyers\, in conjunction with the AFP Genesee Valley Chapter\, has committed to helping non-profit professionals increase their knowledge and skills through this scholarship program. Two scholarships will be awarded for the 2016 Conference. To find out more\, click here.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/visit-greater-giving-afp-genesee-valley-2016-regional-conference/
LOCATION:RIT Inn & Conference Center\, 5257 West Henrietta Road\, Rochester\, NY\, 14467\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20160202T213953Z
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SUMMARY:Seminar: Top 10 Ways to Make Your Next Auction More Successful
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with Beth Sandefur Events\, Greater Giving\, and Sound Expressions\, Stellar Fundraising Auctions presents Auction 101: The Top 10 Ways to Make Your Next Auction More Successful. This interactive workshop is designed to give your auction team useful tools to help with your next fundraising event. \nSession topics will include: \n\nFine tuning your fund-a-need pitch\nFinding hidden lessons in your auction data\nBrainstorming ways to enhance your auction lots\nMessaging: sell the cause\, not the party\nStreamlining check-in and check-out\nMaking your auction sound great\n\nWe will also offer a hands-on session for organizations looking for information about the most buzzed about trend in events: going mobile. This workshop session will include an overview of Greater Giving’s Mobile Bidding and Storefront functions. We’ll discuss how mobile bidding impacts your event and how you can incorporate raffle and other multi-item sales into your event using Storefront. \nThe day will conclude with expert roundtables: we’ll break into groups by organization type\, and then each of our experts will rotate through each group\, focusing on the topics that matter to you most. This is the chance for you to ask questions and get answers that are relevant to the needs of your specific event with experts in the field of fundraising auction planning\, implementation and performance.  \nApril 13\, 2016 – Novato\, CA\n9:00 am – 3:00 pm\nCheck-in begins at 8:30 am\nContinental breakfast and lunch will be provided. \nDirections & Parking \nLocation:\nInn at Marin \n250 Entrada D\, \nNovato\, CA 94949 \n  \nCost: $50
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/seminar-top-10-ways-to-make-your-next-auction-more-successful/
LOCATION:Inn at Marin\, 250 Entrada Dr.\, Novato\, CA\, 94949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160326
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20160210T222812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160210T222812Z
UID:3092-1458604800-1458950399@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:The Nonprofit Technology Conference
DESCRIPTION:March 22 – March 25 2016 San Jose\, CA \nThe Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC) is the nonprofit sector’s signature technology event. The Nonprofit Technology Network (NTEN) assembles over 2000 of the best and brightest nonprofit professionals from around the world. Together\, they collaborate\, innovate\, and discover new ways to spark change with technology. \nThis will be Greater Giving’s third year in attendance and first time hosting and speaking at a session! If you are attending NTC\, be sure to add Super-Boring\, Crazy-Important: PCI and Protecting Your Donors’ Data to your schedule on Friday. \nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/nonprofit-technology-conference/
LOCATION:San Jose Convention Center\, 150 W San Carlos St\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160323
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20160208T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160316T160719Z
UID:3055-1458432000-1458691199@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:AFP International Conference on Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:March 20 – March 22 2016 Boston\, MA \nDo you want to improve your donors’ experience\, digitalize fundraising efforts\, and increase your revenue?\nThen come see us at AFP 2016 International Conference on Fundraising – Booth 832! \nAt Booth 832\, we’ll demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and Go Time.  You’ll learn about the latest fundraising trends for 2016. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, and other giveaways.  Stop by and enter to win a gift basket to sooth all your fundraising stress!  Included in this relaxation package: $200 SpaFinder Gift Card (valid at over 20\,000 spas across the country) LUSH Cosmetics Spa Gift Set and a diffuser with essential oils.  Also included is a signed copy of the book “A Higher Bid” by Kathy Kingston. \nGreater Giving: The Mini Series \nSpecial presentations in our booth by area fundraising professionals \nSunday\, March 20 \n11:30 – 11:45AM Cindy Stroud\, Blue Fox Auctions: The 3 Deadly Don’ts of Event Fundraising \n12:00 – 12:15PM Kathy Kingston\, A Higher Bid: Fund-a-need/Special Appeals: Turn 10 Minutes to a Gold Mine \nMonday\, March 21 \n12:30-12:45PM Cindy Stroud\, Blue Fox Auctions: The 3 Deadly Don’ts of Event Fundraising \n4:00 – 4:15PM Kathy Kingston\, A Higher Bid: Fund-a-need/Special Appeals: Turn 10 Minutes to a Gold Mine \nTuesday\, March 22 \n12:00 – 12:15PM Kathy Kingston\, A Higher Bid: Fund-a-need & Special Appeals: Turn 10 Minutes to a Gold Mine \n12:45 – 1:00PM Cindy Stroud\, Blue Fox Auctions: The 3 Deadly Don’ts of Event Fundraising \nSeating is limited and on a first come basis. \nConference Location: \nBoston Convention & Exhibition Center\n415 Summer Street\nBoston\, MA 02110 \nGreater Giving Booth #832 \nFor more information on the conference\, click here. \nWe look forward to seeing you in Boston\, MA!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/afp-international-conference-on-fundraising/
LOCATION:Boston Convention and Exhibition Center\, 415 Summer Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160216
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20151229T190755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160515T163637Z
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SUMMARY:Illinois State Auctioneers Association\, Inc 68th Annual Conference & Tradeshow
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? \nCome see us at Illinois State Auctioneers Association 68th Annual Conference. \nGreater Giving will be in Illinois to demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and GoTime for fundraising events and you’ll learn about fundraising trends from 2015. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, giveaways and a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card! \nStop by our table and register your cell phone to try out our mobile bidding platform!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/illinois-state-auctioneers-association-inc-68th-annual-conference-tradeshow/
LOCATION:Decatur Conference Center and Hotel\, 4191 US 36 West\, Decatur\, IL\, 62522\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20160107T172514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160419T160501Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Procure buzzworthy travel packages in 2016
DESCRIPTION:Travel is the number one selling charity auction item in the country\, but it can also be the most difficult package to procure.  Most charity fundraisers are not complete without a dazzling live and silent auction to delight donors and maximize revenue. However\, those who have worked to procure auction packages know how difficult and time-intensive it can be to find enough quality items. This is where no-risk travel packages come into play. These packages have become a popular fundraising tool\, allowing fundraisers the ability to place unique and exclusive vacation packages in their auction\, while guaranteeing a return on investment. \nJoin Lauth with Winspire and Tracey Lorts of Greater Giving for this exciting webinar discussing how your organization can best utilize no-risk travel in your fundraising events based on the experiences of over 20\,000 successful fundraising events that have used no-risk travel packages. \nIn this webinar\, we will cover: \n\n3 reasons travel performs well in auctions\n5 key strategies to consider when using no-risk travel\nHow one nonprofit used no-risk travel in their recent auction\n\nBy making the most of no-risk travel\, you and your organization can save time\, identify major donors\, and raise more at your next auction. \nRegister now for this webinar on Thursday February 11th! https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4085000529251976706 \nIf you’re interested in learning more about Winspire’s no-risk travel packages\, browse them here: http://greatergiving.experiencecharity.com/
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/utilizing-no-risk-travel-in-your-auction/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160121T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20151217T222333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151217T222333Z
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SUMMARY:Fundraising Seminar-Tacoma\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Greater Giving and Stephen Kilbreath Benefit Auctions \nMaking Everything Count \nHow can you reduce your fundraising stress while maximizing auction returns? This seminar will teach you how to enhance what you are already doing for your auction\, avoid operational pitfalls\, and streamline processes for maximum results. You’ll also learn how to make your event night and program run smoothly through best-practice technology planning. In this seminar\, we will share the tips\, tricks\, and strategies learned at hundreds of benefit auctions. You’ll get the best practices compiled from the experience of thousands of Greater Giving Clients. You’ll also get some new strategies to help your paddle raise excel. \nAt this seminar\, you will learn how to stand out with tips on: \n\nHow to improve your silent auction performance\nProcurement\nRevenue generating ideas\nBest practice technology\nStreamline check in/out\nMobile Bidding\n\nMany organizations are looking for information about the next new thing in silent auctions: Mobile Bidding. During the seminar\, we will cover new trends in fundraising using mobile bidding technologies. We’ll discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with ease using Greater Giving’s Mobile Bidding. If you would like to see a live demo of Greater Giving Mobile Bidding on your mobile phone\, please include a mobile phone number in the provided field for each attendee when registering. \nThursday\, January 21\, 2016 – Tacoma\, WA\n9:30 am-12:30 pm\nCheck-in begins 30 minutes prior to start time. \nLocation:\nHoliday Inn Express & Suites\, Tacoma Downtown\n2102 South C Street\nTacoma\, WA 98402 \nCost: $19.95\nAM beverages and lunch will be served \nPresenters \nStephen Kilbreath\, BAS\, Stephen Kilbreath Benefit Auctions\, Stephen has been a fundraising auctioneer since the early 90s\, calling hundreds of auctions across the country – from California\, Arizona\, Nebraska\, Missouri\, Washington\, DC and Oregon – with most of the auctions in and around the Seattle area. Stephen has also been in Seattle broadcasting for over 20 years\, and is currently seen weekdays on KING-5 in Seattle\, and throughout the northwest on Northwest Cable News. He was also on the radio for more than 20 years on 94.1 KMPS & KUBE 93.3 – bringing him into people’s homes every morning. Stephen is a brand in his own right that your auction guests will recognize and respect! His style is entertaining and conversational – making it an enjoyable and memorable evening for your guests. \nKim Bauman\, Area Marketing Manager\, Greater Giving\, started using the company’s solutions as a parent volunteer for her children’s school auction in 2002. She was so impressed with the software and the company that she joined the team in 2005. Due to her commitment to area schools and nonprofits\, Kim continues to volunteer to assist at a variety of fundraising events\, honing her skills in using Greater Giving software to streamline event planning and execution and night-of-event check-in and checkout processes.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/fundraising-seminar-tacoma-wa/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tacoma Downtown\, 2102 South C St\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160104
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20151207T225725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151207T225725Z
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SUMMARY:Colorado Auctioneers Association - 2016 Annual Conference
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? \nCome see us at Colorado Auctioneers  Association 2016 Annual Conference. \nGreater Giving will be in Colorado to demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and GoTime for fundraising events and you’ll learn about fundraising trends from 2015. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, giveaways and a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card! \nStop by our table and register your cell phone to try out our mobile bidding platform!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/colorado-auctioneers-association-2016-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Westin Hotel Westminster\, 10600 Westminster Boulevard\, Westminster\, CO\, 80020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151118
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20151111T171036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151111T171036Z
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SUMMARY:AFP Aloha Chapter National Philanthropy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Michelle in Hawaii!\nVisit with Greater Giving and learn how we can support your fundraising\n\nTuesday November 17th-Sheraton Waikiki\, HI\nWe’ll demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and Go Time\, and you’ll learn about the latest fundraising trends from 2015. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, and snag a fun giveaway!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/afp-aloha-chapter-national-philanthropy-day/
LOCATION:Sheraton Waikiki\, 2255 Kalakaua Ave\, Honolulu\, HI\, 96815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151108
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20151020T180940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151020T180940Z
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SUMMARY:Indiana Auctioneers Association -2015 Convention
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? \nCome see us at Indiana Auctioneers Association Conference November 5-7\, 2015 \nGreater Giving will be in Indiana to demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and GoTime for fundraising events and you’ll learn about the latest fundraising trends from 2015. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, giveaways and enter to win a $100 Amazon gift card! \nStop by our table and register your cell phone to try out our mobile bidding platform!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/indiana-auctioneers-association-2015-convention/
LOCATION:Radisson Star Plaza\, 800 E. 81st Ave\, Merrillville\, IN\, 46410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151019T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151019T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20151005T195035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151005T195035Z
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SUMMARY:Conference-AFP MA Conference on Philanthropy
DESCRIPTION:Visit with Greater Giving at AFP MA Conference on Philanthropy! \nOctober 19 – Boston\, MA \nDo you want to improve your donors’ experience\, digitalize fundraising efforts\, and increase your revenue?  Then come see Marty in Boston! \nStop by and we’ll demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and Go Time.  You’ll learn about the latest fundraising trends for 2015. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, giveaways and enter to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/conference-afp-ma-conference-on-philanthropy/
LOCATION:Sheraton Boston Hotel\, 39 Dalton St\, Boston\, MA\, 02199\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20150902T205849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150902T205849Z
UID:2205-1443686400-1443718800@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Conference-North Carolina Center for Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:Visit with Greater Giving at Full Tilt! \nOctober 1 & 2 – Winston-Salem\, NC \nDo you want to improve your donors’ experience\, digitalize fundraising efforts\, and increase your revenue?  Then come see us and our benefit auctioneer friend-Michael Parker at the Full Tilt Conference! \nStop by and we’ll demonstrate Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and Go Time.  You’ll learn about the latest fundraising trends for 2015. We will also have Auction Planners\, Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events\, giveaways and enter to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/conference-north-carolina-center-for-nonprofits/
LOCATION:Benton Convention Center\, 301 W. 5th St.\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20150827T175410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150908T215640Z
UID:2175-1443092400-1443096000@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Get People to Click Donate on Your Website
DESCRIPTION:Have you been frustrated with trying to raise money online? \nHave you tried emailing people to get them to give\, with few results? \nHow can you get people to click donate on your website? In this webinar\, you’ll learn how to get this done. \nWith this webinar you’ll be able to start to get donations on your nonprofit website. You’ll be able to take your donors up the ladder of engagement\, you’ll be able to prove to them that you are trustworthy\, and that your mission truly makes a difference. \nYou’ll learn what your donors want the most. You’ll also learn how to get more donors to sign up for your email newsletter using social media AND on your website\, and\, finally\, the right words to help people open your emails and get on with donating to your cause! \nYou Will Learn: \nSteps 1-5 in the ladder of engagement\nHow to collect emails with social media\nWhat kind of images help people give to your cause\n3 ways to collect addresses on your website\n4 ways to use social proof to help people donate\n22 Key words to make donors open your emails\n5 Key Survey questions to help you reach your donors\nStupendous donate pages: How to get people to go through your donate page and buy \nPresented by Greater Giving Partner Mazarine Treyz http://wildwomanfundraising.com/
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/webinar-get-people-to-click-donate-on-your-website/
LOCATION:Webinar\, Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150923T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20150827T173240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150827T190703Z
UID:2171-1443006000-1443018600@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Meetup: Boca Raton\, FL
DESCRIPTION:We’ll Show You an Easier Way to Bid at Events. \nGreater Giving is excited to be touring Florida to give you an inside look at how our mobile bidding can maximize your organization’s fundraising success. Register and bring your smartphone or tablet for one of two time slots for our in-person demo auction. Experience Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and Go Time event night solutions first-hand alongside your Area Marketing Manager\, Karla Ford and Senior Director of Customer Success\, John Chase. \nWe’ll cover Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events like: \n\nCreating and staging mobile bidding packages\nStrategies on event night texts\nEffective mobile bidding sponsorships\n\nJoin us Wednesday September 23rd in Boca Raton at the Spanish River Library!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/meetup-boca-raton-fl/
LOCATION:Spanish River Library\, 1501 Spanish River Blvd\, Boca Raton\, FL\, 33431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150923T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150923T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20150713T195842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150713T195926Z
UID:2001-1443000600-1443011400@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:SEMINAR: Engaging Your Entire Audience
DESCRIPTION:Join Kim Bauman of Greater Giving and Graham Crow of Benefit Auction Associates for this half-day seminar! \nMany guests who attend charity auctions come with their hearts and pocket books open\, yet leave without getting the change to give or feel included in the fundraising process. A big reason for this is because the event isn’t inclusive enough\, and caters to the small percentage of guests who can afford big ticket items in the live auction-for everybody else the live auction is just a spectator sport. Your invaluable donors have made an investment in time and money to attend your event\, so make sure to include them from start to finish! \nAt this seminar\, you will learn best practices for: \n\nHow to make your event inclusive and fun for everyone\nIncorporate creative fundraising ideas into your live auction\nLatest trends in live and silent auctions\nTap into the emotion of the cause by personalizing the “Ask” in the appeal\nHow to get the right people to your event\nImproving the experience at events\n\nBonus Session:  \nMany organizations are looking for more information about the new thing in silent auctions: Mobile Bidding. This post-seminar session will cover new trends in using mobile bidding technologies. We’ll discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with ease using Greater Giving’s Mobile Bidding. If you would like to see a live demo on your mobile phone\, please include a mobile number in the provided field when registering.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/seminar-engaging-your-entire-audience/
LOCATION:North Seattle Community College\, 9600 College Way N.\, Seattle\, WA\, 98103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150922T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20150827T172724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150827T190723Z
UID:2169-1442912400-1442925000@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Meetup: Naples\, FL
DESCRIPTION:We’ll Show You an Easier Way to Bid at Events. \nGreater Giving is excited to be touring Florida to give you an inside look at how our mobile bidding can maximize your organization’s fundraising success. Register and bring your smartphone or tablet for one of two time slots for our in-person demo auction. Experience Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and Go Time event night solutions first-hand alongside your Area Marketing Manager\, Karla Ford and Senior Director of Customer Success\, John Chase. \nWe’ll cover Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events like: \n\nCreating and staging mobile bidding packages\nStrategies on event night texts\nEffective mobile bidding sponsorships\n\nJoin us Tuesday September 22nd in Naples at the Bella Sera Hotel!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/meetup-naples-fl/
LOCATION:Bella Sera Hotel\, 221 9th St. South\, Naples\, FL\, 34102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150921T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20150827T172021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150827T190740Z
UID:2166-1442826000-1442838600@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Meetup: Tampa\, FL
DESCRIPTION:We’ll Show You an Easier Way to Bid at Events. \nGreater Giving is excited to be touring Florida to give you an inside look at how our mobile bidding can maximize your organization’s fundraising success. Register and bring your smartphone or tablet for one of two time slots for our in-person demo auction. Experience Greater Giving Mobile Bidding and Go Time event night solutions first-hand alongside your Area Marketing Manager\, Karla Ford and Senior Director of Customer Success\, John Chase. \nWe’ll cover Best Practices for Mobile Bidding Events like: \n\nCreating and staging mobile bidding packages\nStrategies on event night texts\nEffective mobile bidding sponsorships\n\nJoin us Monday September 21st in Tampa at the Tampa Bay History Center!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/meetup-tampa-fl/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay History Center\, 801 Old Water St.\, Tampa\, FL\, 33602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20150409T124231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160515T162714Z
UID:1564-1442395800-1442408400@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:SEMINAR Maximizing Your Benefit Auction Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Greater Giving and Blacktie Benefit Auctions\nMaking Everything Count\nHow can you reduce your fundraising stress while maximizing auction returns? This seminar will teach you how to get the right donors to attend your auction\, avoid operational pitfalls\, and streamline processes for maximum results. You’ll also learn how to make your event night and program run smoothly through best-practice technology planning. In this seminar\, we will share the tips\, tricks\, and strategies learned at hundreds of benefit auctions. You’ll get the best practices compiled from the experience of thousands of Greater Giving Clients. You’ll also get some new approaches to help your organization and mission stand out\, so you can take advantage of emerging fundraising opportunities. \nAt this seminar\, you will learn how to stand out and thrive with: \n\nProcurement help\nRevenue generating ideas\nBest practice technology\nStreamline check in/out\n\nBONUS SESSION: Many organizations are looking for information about the next new thing in silent auctions: Mobile Bidding. This post-seminar session will cover new trends in fundraising using mobile bidding technologies. We’ll discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with ease using Greater Giving’s Mobile Bidding. If you would like to see a live demo of Greater Giving Mobile Bidding on your mobile phone\, please include a mobile phone number in the provided field for each attendee when registering. \nWednesday\, September 16\, 2015 – Baltimore\, MD\n9:30 am-12:30 pm (Bonus Session 12:30-1:00 pm)\nCheck-in begins 30 minutes prior to start time. \nLocation:\nNational Aquarium Baltimore\, Knott Harbor View Room\n501 E Pratt St.\nBaltimore\, MD 21202 \nCost: $19.95\nAM beverages and lunch will be served \nPresenters: \nErnie Rodgers\, CAI\, AARE\, and CES of Blacktie Benefit Auctions – started the company in 2004 and helps non-profit organizations in Virginia\, Maryland\, Florida\, North Carolina\, and the District of Columbia maximize their revenue with their annual fundraising gala. Ernie is a member of the board of directors for the Virginia Auctioneers Association and currently holds the office of Chairman of the Board for the association. In August of 2004\, Ernie won the Virginia State Auctioneer Championship and is the 2004-2005 Virginia State Champion. Finally\, Ernie conducts about 35 benefit and fundraising auctions each year for non-profit organizations throughout Virginia\, Florida\, North Carolina\, Maryland\, and the District of Columbia. \nKim Bauman\, Area Marketing Manager\, Greater Giving\, started using the company’s solutions as a parent volunteer for her children’s school auction in 2002. She was so impressed with the software and the company that she joined the team in 2005. Due to her commitment to area schools and nonprofits\, Kim continues to volunteer to assist at a variety of fundraising events\, honing her skills in using Greater Giving software to streamline event planning and execution and night-of-event check-in and checkout processes.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/maximizing-your-benefit-auction-2/
LOCATION:National Aquarium Baltimore\, Knott Harbor View Room\, 501 E Pratt St.\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150915T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112051
CREATED:20150409T123417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150713T200021Z
UID:1562-1442309400-1442322000@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:SEMINAR Maximizing Your Benefit Auction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Greater Giving and Red Apple Auctions\nMaking Everything Count\nHow can you reduce your fundraising stress while maximizing auction returns? This seminar will teach you how to get the right donors to attend your auction\, avoid operational pitfalls\, and streamline processes for maximum results. You’ll also learn how to make your event night and program run smoothly through best-practice technology planning. In this seminar\, we will share the tips\, tricks\, and strategies learned at hundreds of benefit auctions. You’ll get the best practices compiled from the experience of thousands of Greater Giving Clients. You’ll also get some new approaches to help your organization and mission stand out\, so you can take advantage of emerging fundraising opportunities. \nAt this seminar\, you will learn how to stand out and thrive. \n\nHow to improve your silent auction performance (5 immediate changes you can make now)\nProcurement help\nRevenue generating ideas\nBest practice technology\nStreamline check in/out\n\nBONUS SESSION: Many organizations are looking for information about the next new thing in silent auctions: Mobile Bidding. This post-seminar session will cover new trends in fundraising using mobile bidding technologies. We’ll discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with ease using Greater Giving’s Mobile Bidding. If you would like to see a live demo of Greater Giving Mobile Bidding on your mobile phone\, please include a mobile phone number in the provided field for each attendee when registering. \nTuesday\, September 15\, 2015 – Washington\, DC\n9:30 am-12:30 pm (Bonus Session 12:30-1:00 pm)\nCheck-in begins 30 minutes prior to start time. \nLocation:\nAdvanced Academic Programs\, Johns Hopkins University\n1717 Massachusetts Ave NW\nWashington\, DC 20036 \nCost: $19.95\nAM beverages and lunch will be served \nPresenters: \nSherry Truhlar\, CMP\, BAS\, CAI of Red Apple Auctions – works with schools and nonprofits to guide volunteers and planners in producing profitable fundraising auctions. While many auction galas suffered losses during the recession\, most of her clients – an overwhelming 76% — achieved record-breaking events. She’s been covered or dished out auction advice on Town & Country\, The Washington Post Magazine\, AUCTIONEER and other magazines\, and been seen on TLC and E! Style television programs. Having worked with hundreds of clients\, she knows that every auction can improve\, and offers classes and products to help each one achieve new levels of success. \nKim Bauman\, Area Marketing Manager\, Greater Giving\, started using the company’s solutions as a parent volunteer for her children’s school auction in 2002. She was so impressed with the software and the company that she joined the team in 2005. Due to her commitment to area schools and nonprofits\, Kim continues to volunteer to assist at a variety of fundraising events\, honing her skills in using Greater Giving software to streamline event planning and execution and night-of-event check-in and checkout processes.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/maximizing-your-benefit-auction/
LOCATION:Advanced Academic Programs\, Johns Hopkins University\, 1717 Massachusetts Ave NW\, Room 213\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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