Center for Major Gifts

JULY 10, 2025

Fundraiser mantra … lead with mission, follow with tax – or watch the biggest checks vanish. Analyzed the Bill Directly Using AI We procured the full legislative text and ran it through three separate AI systems—each tasked with analyzing the document twice for clarity, contradictions, and key takeaways.

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DoJiggy

MAY 20, 2025

Fundraising raffles are one of the easiest, best ways to raise money for nonprofits, but strategic pricing strategies are required to make the most of these fundraisers. Therefore, it is crucial to strategically price raffle tickets to maximize fundraising potential. How Should You Price 50/50 Raffle Tickets?

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Greater Giving

JULY 16, 2025

Whether your nonprofit wants to obtain more funding to address overhead costs , increase its budget for a fundraising event, or simply deliver higher-quality programs to beneficiaries, sponsorships can bring the support you need. However, a small business might not have a significant amount of funds to give.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In addition to being an active board member for Common Impact, her experience includes leadership roles with Procure Impact , The Generosity Commission , The Giving Institute , The Association of Fundraising Professionals , and more, where she has contributed expertise in branding, fundraising, strategy, and governance.

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Greater Giving

MAY 21, 2024

Conquering Donation Procurement: Track, Thank, and Triumph at Your Next Fundraising Event As fundraising professionals, we know the magic of a well-stocked fundraising event. Fundraising procurement of donated items fuels excitement,drives bids, and ultimately, raises crucial funds for your cause.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Key Takeaways from Greater Giving’s Q3 Nonprofit Trends Survey on Auction Item Procurement At Greater Giving, we aim to empower nonprofits with the tools and insights needed to maximize fundraising success. These findings can help you fine-tune your auction item procurement process and achieve better outcomes at your next event.

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OneCause

APRIL 14, 2025

Explore how easy item procurement can be when using the power of the OneCause Fundraising Platform at your next auction.

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OneCause

APRIL 23, 2023

The post Procuring Auction Items: Score Donations in 5 Simple Steps appeared first on OneCause.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 18, 2024

Conquer Fundraising Event Planning with the Perfect Committee Based Team Large fundraising events can be intricate beasts, with countless moving parts and details to juggle. Behind-the-Scenes Heroes Procurement Powerhouse In order to hold a successful auction, you need a stock of highly prized items.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 19, 2023

When it comes to organizing a successful fundraising event, one key position often stands out—the Procurement Chair. Let’s delve into the responsibilities, strategies, and impact of the Procurement Chair in making your event a roaring success. Here’s a breakdown of the key responsibilities: 1.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 16, 2024

However, fundraising isnt as simple as it seemsnumerous compliance considerations come along with soliciting funds and maintaining your organizations tax-exempt status. Robust fundraising software streamlines much more than fundraiser-specific tasks like item procurement for an auction or event ticketing for a gala.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 24, 2023

How to boost your next fundraiser with a Wine Pull. What is a Wine Pull Fundraiser? A wine pull is a captivating auction game addition to your fundraising event that offers attendees the chance to contribute to your cause while also taking home a bottle of wine. Typically, wine pull tickets are priced around $25.

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Greater Giving

MAY 17, 2024

It’s official, National Wine Day is May, 25th , but fundraising with wine can take place year round. Host an online fundraiser or auction event open to anyone Fill the bidding page with wine-themed baskets, wine accessories (glasses, decanters, barrel furniture), cases/bottles of wines donated from your board members’ cellars.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 25, 2024

How to make sure you have the right fundraising auction item descriptions to entice your guests to bid on them. Auctions are a popular event for nonprofits to put on their fundraising calendars , whether hosted as a standalone affair or part of a larger function, such as a charity gala. But how do you write a great description?

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Fundraising HayDay

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Grant funding requires that you not only stick to your approved budget, but you also follow the funder's procurement and conflict of interest requirements. Join us as we talk with Lucy Morgan, aka My Fed Trainer, about the procurement and conflict of interest specifics found within the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).

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Grant Professionals Association

JULY 18, 2023

When it comes to post-award grants management, a huge focus area (and an area ripe with single audit findings) is procurement. Procurement is the oversight process for ensuring compliance with applicable federal requirements related to subrecipient and contractual partnerships. First off, why is procurement so important?

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CauseVox

MAY 16, 2022

You may be wondering, will adding fundraising tickets to the event just complicate things? Luckily, CauseVox is here to help you plan your next ticketed fundraising event. The first step when planning a fundraising event today is to decide on the format. Fundraising Calendar Template.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Planning a fundraising auction can seem daunting, but with the right formulas, it’s easier than you think. Once you understand what’s required for a successful auction—one that meets or exceeds its revenue goal—you can confidently set your procurement goals and define your event budget. Let’s say your fundraising goal is $50,000.

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CauseVox

APRIL 29, 2021

Need to create your 2021 fundraising plan? Register for the course, “How To Create A Fundraising Plan For 2021” for only $115. “If And as far as fundraising planning goes, your fundraising plans were thrown off. Creating a Fundraising Plan. Creating a fundraising plan may seem daunting.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 16, 2022

And the time you spend planning, marketing, and executing a fundraising campaign needs to be time well spent! The good news is, there’s more fundraising optionality than ever before…. Fundraising Events. DIY Fundraising. But how do you know what fundraising strategy is right for you? Auction item procurement.

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CauseVox

JULY 11, 2022

Peer-to-peer fundraising is on the rise and it’s no wonder since they typically raise twice as much compared to other types of digital fundraising campaigns. And who better to get peer-to-peer fundraising tips from than a nonprofit professional? Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Campaign. Who Is Invest In Kids?

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Boosting Auction Revenue: High-Yield Charity Auction Packages for Your Fundraising Event When planning a fundraising auction, the right charity auction packages can significantly boost your revenue, attract more bids, and create an unforgettable experience for your attendees. Here’s how to get started: 1.

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Candid

MAY 18, 2023

This in-kind donation allows nonprofits to promote their brand, programs, volunteer opportunities, and fundraisers online using the Google Ads platform. Taking advantage of this program can help you boost your organization’s visibility, build awareness of your nonprofit’s mission , and reach donors to support your fundraising efforts.

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Sustainable fundraising is all about developing key, core practices within your organization that can be applied to several different events and initiatives so your team isn’t constantly feeling burned out and at capacity. This can lead to a higher average spend per attendee, which directly impacts your fundraising total.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 14, 2023

How to Secure Amazing Auction Items for School Fundraisers As school event planning committee members, you know that the success of your school fundraiser relies heavily on securing enticing auction items. To make your fundraiser truly remarkable, it’s essential to employ effective procurement strategies.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

How to Host a Successful Bowling Tournament Fundraiser: Basics, Revenue Ideas, and Decor Themes Bowling tournaments offer an interactive way to bring your community together while raising funds for a meaningful cause. Some venues might even throw in discounts or extras for fundraisers, so don’t hesitate to ask.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 2, 2025

From school fundraisers to upscale galas, hosting a raffle is unequivocally a great fundraising tool for any nonprofit. The difference is with a 50/50 raffle, you can skip the prize procurement process. Benefits Of 50/50 Raffles A 50/50 raffle is one of the simplest fundraising ideas with a reliable and proven ROI.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 18, 2022

This simple auction game is a great way to boost revenue at your nonprofit fundraising event. The Paddle Drop isn’t a new fundraising idea, but it’s one Auction Game that many nonprofit fundraisers aren’t using to its full potential! Paddle Drops allow everyone at your event to participate in the fundraising.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

One of the greatest misconceptions about professional benefit auctioneers is that all of them suited for the nonprofit fundraising environment. But professional benefit auctioneers with nonprofit fundraiser experience offer more than that. The nonprofit fundraiser has a specific type of atmosphere. The Charity Event Experience.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 1, 2022

When you do it right, hosting a fundraising event that includes an auction brings many benefits. Start with more items on your list than you’ll actually need (you probably won’t procure all of them). Happy procuring, and good luck with your fundraising efforts! Good for you! Wine or food baskets. Paintings and art.

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The Fundraising Coach

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

On top of the venue details, ticketing, and marketing you’re used to handling for general fundraising events, there’s item procurement and bid tracking to consider. However, with a strong fundraising plan , you can hold a highly successful charity auction that can not only boost revenue but deepen engagement. Item procurement.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Make It or Break It” is just one of the many fun, revenue-boosting auction ideas featured in our book of Proven Revenue Enhancers for Your Fundraiser. Procure two similar auction items and a consolation prize. Check out our Proven Revenue Enhancers for even more exciting auction games and fundraising boosters!

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 29, 2023

Auction fundraisers are an incredible way to engage your community, raise funds for a worthy cause, and create memorable experiences. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the essential steps and expert tips to help you organize a successful auction fundraiser. Start with a compelling procurement letter.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

Silent auctions are a classic go-to fundraising event—and for good reason. And, this type of fundraiser can be applied to all types of organizations and their audiences! You’ve come to the right place to learn more about how to plan a silent auction for fundraising. How Nonprofits Use Silent Auction Fundraising.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 14, 2023

It also happens to be one of the best fundraising opportunities for nonprofits. That’s because golf tournament fundraisers are a great way to raise money while building relationships with potential donors and volunteers. Fundraising golf tournaments are a great way to raise money for your nonprofit.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 30, 2024

As you navigate the world of fundraising, donor relationships, and program management, you’re bound to make a few mistakes—and that’s not a bad thing! We’ll walk through the process using the example of a capital campaign fundraising event —an important fundraising event for any nonprofit looking to grow its long-term fundraising capacity.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2024

By personalizing your donation letters, your nonprofit can increase fundraising revenue and develop long-lasting supporter relationships. How do you write a fundraising letter? Donation request letter example 12 fundraising letter templates What is a donation request letter? Well cover: What is a donation request letter?

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