Winding down our series of posts based on the “Best Practices for School Auctions” whitepaper from the Greater Giving Fundraising Excellence Series. Each new post covers the unique challenges school auction planners… Read more »
Start Selling Tickets NOW to Secure Big Donors
This is the fifth 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 months ahead… Read more »
Engaging Parents in Procurement
This post is the tenth 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 »
Donor Letter Best Practices: What to Do, and What Not to Do, in a Thank You Letter
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 »