There’s nothing like a show of gratitude to cement the beginning of a beautiful relationship. A genuine, honest recognition given to someone who has gone out of their way to… Read More »
Design Auction Packages With Intention, and Sell for More!
This is the fourth post in a series about holding your first fundraising event on a short timeline. While Greater Giving usually recommends our nonprofits start planning at least nine… Read More »
Procurement Tips for Planning and Execution
This post is the ninth in a series of posts based on the “Best Practices for School Auctions” whitepaper from the Greater Giving Fundraising Excellence Series. Each new post covers the… Read More »
How To Set a Procurement Timeline for Your School Auction
This post on how to create a Procurement Timeline is the eighth in a series of posts based on the “Best Practices for School Auctions” whitepaper from the Greater Giving… Read More »
7 Ways to Thank a Donor Face-to-Face, Without the Ask
Sending out a thank you letter or making a call to convey your gratitude are great ways to let donors know how much you appreciate their contribution. It’s a must-do… Read More »
Avoiding That Non-Profit Volunteer Burnout
This post is the seventh in a series of posts based on the “Best Practices for School Auctions” whitepaper from the Greater Giving Fundraising Excellence Series. Each new post covers the… Read More »
Test-giving: What it Says About Your Donor, What it Says About Your Nonprofit
Test-giving, or under-giving, is a common activity for new donors. First-time donors contribute a small amount, maybe towards a specific project or at an event, then wait to see what… Read More »
Common Non-profit Board Responsibilities
What is the role of the nonprofit board? What exactly are the non-profit board’s responsibilities? How does the board contribute to a nonprofit’s success? Nonprofits play a valuable role in… Read More »
Donor-centric Fundraising: Putting the Focus on the Contributors
Focusing on donor relations may seem counterintuitive to nonprofits, however, donor-centric fundraising proves to be one of the most fruitful ways to increase your fundraising capability. Donor-centric fundraising is, at… Read More »
Recruiting Volunteers for Your School Auction
This post about recruiting school volunteers for your event is the sixth in a series of posts based on the “Best Practices for School Auctions” whitepaper from the Greater Giving Fundraising… Read More »