Nonprofits are born out of the desire to make a positive impact in the world. Whether it be meeting a need where there is hunger; offering healing where there is… Read More »
The Life of a Professional Event Service Consultant
This is the fourth in a series of posts about running a successful fundraising event night, written by event service professionals. Event professionals help troubleshoot technology, advise on using event software,… Read More »
Improve Guest Experience with Signage and Smart Scheduling
We know there’s a lot to do leading up to an event. Getting guests onto your guest list, adding last-minute packages, making sure everyone has a bid number. All… Read More »
Easy and Fun Banned Word Jar Game
Have you volunteered to host a fundraising dinner for your favorite cause? And you are looking for ways to make it more successful? A banned word game can be a… Read More »
5 Things That Drive Donors Away
One of the most tenuous moments in a nonprofit’s relationship with its supporter base is at the very beginning. When someone first makes a donation, signs up for your email… Read More »
Spice Up Your Next Fundraiser with Pay-to-Play
Have you had the same fundraising event year after year? The same chicken dinner? The same gala venue? The same silent auction? How do you change things up this year?… Read More »
The Check-out Where Everyone Leaves Happy
This is the third in a series of posts about running a successful fundraising event night, written by event service professionals. Event service professionals help troubleshoot technology, advise on using event software,… Read More »
Sustaining Your Energy At Work
On event day (and other busy days) when there are a million things to do, it’s easy to get absorbed in your tasks and forget to take care of yourself…. Read More »
A Five Ingredient Recipe for a Successful Fundraising Dinner
From fun, family affairs with sweet treats and fried food on a stick, to sophisticated galas, with cocktails and finger foods, there is always one special “recipe” for every event… Read More »
Capturing Your Event’s Best Moments Using a Smartphone Camera
In the age of the “selfie,” smartphone cameras have turned novice photographers into amateur photojournalists. With the latest video and photography technology now available on most cell phones, all the… Read More »