Online auctions have opened the door to an effective way for nonprofits to fundraise across virtual and real borders. With software tools that can both manage and process the auctions, auction item contributors and sponsors are fairly represented and donors can safely explore and bid on their favorite choices. This is great news when flexibility… Read More »
Are you jumping from a live gala to an online version and not quite sure where to begin? We have put together eight virtual event ideas to get you inspired! Live events, better engagement To make the kind of impact that duplicates an in-person fundraiser, it’s important to provide them with a real-time experience…. Read More »
Now that we have seen a major shift with the future of large events, it might be time to create a new fundraising model for your nonprofit. Online auctions and virtual events are now at the forefront of fundraising strategy and it looks like it’s here to stay. Fortunately, people of all demographics are more… Read More »
Fundraising strategies have undergone drastic changes and nonprofits everywhere are turning to innovative ways to continue reaching for their goals. For some, this means increasing their traditional and digital marketing, for others it means stepping into the new world of live virtual events. Whichever method your organization chooses to use to reach potential donors, the… Read More »
Fundraising season is looking a little different this year, as more nonprofits than ever have turned to holding virtual events. And it’s presenting some new challenges—without the opportunity to connect with your would-be bidders in person, how do you get the word out about your upcoming event? How do you build the excitement and anticipation?… Read More »
When faced with a sudden mandated restriction on large gatherings, Catlin Gabel School, Portland Oregon’s nationally recognized progressive independent day school, moved quickly to create a unique online fundraising event, surpassing goals and paving the way for other nonprofits and schools to follow their lead. Planning for Catlin Gabel’s annual fundraiser was in the final… Read More »
Part of our Virtual Fundraising Event and Gala series, view more articles here – Virtual Fundraising Events We connect with Brian Harris and Todd Campbell from The AV Department to discuss the technical side of hosting virtual fundraising events. A full-service live event audiovisual and media production company, The AV Department understands the needs of… Read More »
Part of our Virtual Fundraising Event and Gala series, view more articles here – Virtual Fundraising Events Keeping your audience engaged, inspired, and motivated during a virtual event poses a unique challenge. You have about thirty seconds to grab their attention and from that moment on you are competing with their devices, interruptions from other… Read More »
Part of our Virtual Fundraising Event and Gala series, view more articles here – Virtual Fundraising Events Suddenly we find ourselves facing a new fundraising landscape. It’s a time of uncertainty with no clear path going forward, and fundraisers everywhere are concerned about the effects this will ultimately have on their events and relationships with… Read More »
Part of our Virtual Fundraising Event and Gala series, view more articles here – Virtual Fundraising Events Fundraising when normal business activity is hampered can be very difficult for nonprofits. Fortunately, the implementation of internet-based transaction services has made the problem much easier to overcome. Nearly every demographic in the United States has become accustomed… Read More »