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Using Food to Set First & Last Impressions at Your Event

June 12, 2017 / Author: Sirenna Heckendorn / Categories: Fundraising Ideas, Tips & Strategies / 3 mins

First and last impressions matter, especially when asking donors for their support. At a fundraising event guests expect to see the best from your non-profit as soon as they check-in,… Read more »


Benefits of Event Planning Technology

June 08, 2017 / Author: Sirenna Heckendorn / Categories: Auction Ideas / 4 mins

Who Benefits From Making the Switch to Event Planning Technology You’ve done your research; you’ve gotten a few recommendations—now it’s time to make the decision. Should your non-profit invest in event… Read more »


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Giving Guests the Recognition They Deserve

June 06, 2017 / Author: Sirenna Heckendorn / Categories: Auction Ideas / 2 mins

Recognizing guests at your fundraiser with a clear message of gratitude is part of every non-profit’s overall event strategy.   Clear two-way communication between your volunteers and the auctioneer or… Read more »


Online Bidding

How to Introduce Online Bidding to Your Guests

May 31, 2017 / Author: Jeanine Queral / Categories: Auction Ideas / 4 mins

Online bidding is a trend here to stay in nonprofit fundraising—for good reason! Organizations who adopt online bidding report steep jumps in the quality of guests’ experience, and in their… Read more »


Chaminade College Preparatory

May 30, 2017 / Author: Jill Boyer / Categories: Nonprofit Case Studies and Success Stories / 2 mins

Having outgrown both paper tools and PC software, Chaminade College Preparatory School needed better technology to move their fundraising to the next level. Chaminade is a Catholic day and resident… Read more »


The 10 Don’ts of Event Night

May 24, 2017 / Author: Kiersi Burkhart / Categories: Auction Ideas / 7 mins

This is the second 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… Read more »


How to Pick the Best Event Photographer

May 22, 2017 / Author: Dathan Montes / Categories: Fundraising Ideas, Tips & Strategies / 6 mins

Congratulations! You’ve started planning your fundraising event. Chances are that right now you’re scanning your event budget, and wondering how you can save money.  It’s all about raising money, and… Read more »


Ridgefield Academy Celebrates a Generous #GivingTuesday

May 18, 2017 / Author: Jill Boyer / Categories: Nonprofit Case Studies and Success Stories / 3 mins

Achieving your fundraising goals is always a great feeling. It’s the culmination of your hard work and the shared passion that connects your community. It’s certainly something to celebrate, and… Read more »


Start SMART When Setting Fundraising Goals

May 15, 2017 / Author: Jill Boyer / Categories: Fundraising Ideas, Tips & Strategies / 3 mins

Setting appropriate goals is one of the first and most important aspects of planning a successful event for your nonprofit. Attainable goals affect every aspect of your planning and if… Read more »


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Wall of Wine – Liven Up Your Event with a Wine Pull

May 13, 2017 / Author: Elaine Honig / Categories: Fundraising Ideas, Tips & Strategies / 6 mins

This is a fun addition to any fundraiser that allows attendees to donate to your cause and walk away with a bottle of wine. Guests purchase a random, wrapped bottle… Read more »


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