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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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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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? Online Donations. Peer-to-Peer.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 21, 2024

As you begin planning your silent auction, you may think you have everything you need: you’ve procured enticing items , set up a simple bidding system, and printed invitations to send out for your event. To implement these additional steps, you’ll need access to the best silent auction software for your event.

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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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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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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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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. Virtual auction.

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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). Record all of this in a spreadsheet as you go so you can upload it into your silent auction software once your catalog is complete.

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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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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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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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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? Online Donations. Peer-to-Peer.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 29, 2022

A comprehensive list of every different Fundraising Event Committee you’ll need for your gala- their roles and job descriptions. A successful event requires a lot of coordination, planning and effort from your Fundraising Event Committee. Auction Procurement Committee. Roles in a Sponsor Committee.

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Greater Giving

JULY 25, 2024

Gold Medal Fundraising: How to Create a World-Class Fundraising Event Just as athletes train rigorously for peak performance, nonprofits must meticulously plan months ahead of time to execute world-class fundraising events. Preparing for a World-Class Fundraising Event Practice makes perfect. What do you hope to achieve?

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Big Fundraising Ideas

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

How to Leverage Your School’s Website to Support Fundraising Use our best practices to turn your website into a powerful fundraising tool. However, fundraising for your school year-round comes with challenges, from effectively getting the word out about your events and campaigns to facilitating a smooth donation process online.

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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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Greater Giving

JULY 13, 2022

Getting donations for your nonprofit fundraising can feel overwhelming. Use our 6-step plan to get auction item donations for your next fundraiser. You’ve got a fundraising event to plan , and it’s going to be a big one. You’re trying to figure out how to get auction items donated for your nonprofit fundraiser.

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DonorSnap

MARCH 28, 2024

You will often need volunteers to help with event planning, procuring auction items , and helping run your event. Invest in Auction Software Auctions make a great addition to your nonprofit events and can boost fundraising to the next level. Read more about securing event sponsors here.

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DonorSnap

MARCH 28, 2024

You will often need volunteers to help with event planning, procuring auction items , and helping run your event. Invest in Auction Software Auctions make a great addition to your nonprofit events and can boost fundraising to the next level. Read more about securing event sponsors here.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

AUGUST 5, 2022

Understand budgets, procurement policies, and financial statements to build a useable and accurate project budget and track all grant expenditures. Figure out the variety of platforms and software used to create and submit grant proposals for a variety of funders – even when the platform is new and does not work for anyone (i.e.,

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OneCause

JANUARY 31, 2024

ways to bring in fundraising dollars and engage supporters is the time-tested fundraising event. If you’ve got event fundraising on the brain, you’ve come to the right post. Here, we’ll walk through 10 steps to putting together a fundraising event that’s out of this world. Set up for the big day.

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CauseVox

MAY 31, 2022

A raffle is unequivocally a great fundraising tool for any nonprofit. A 50/50 raffle is one of the simplest fundraising ideas and with a proven ROI. Since you’re not having to handle physical tickets or procure a prize, you can allocate this time on marketing! That’s why we want to introduce you to the concept of a 50/50 raffle.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 23, 2022

We get lots of questions about the best way to delegate the work leading up to a big fundraising event. Not sure where to start with planning your fundraising event? The chairs of each of these committees form your overall fundraising event committee , responsible for seeing the event through from start to finish.

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OneCause

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

When hosting any fundraising event, the attendees themselves (read: potential donors and supporters) are likely at the forefront of your nonprofit’s strategic planning. And by the theme, we mean the nature of what items you’re auctioning off and who you’re fundraising for. Your stage design depends a lot on your answer. .

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

One key element that can elevate your fundraising game is leveraging in-kind donations. Delve into the world of in-kind donations, exploring what they are and how they can significantly benefit nonprofits, especially for those new to the art of fundraising. Understanding In-Kind Donations What are In Kind Donations?

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Fundly

MAY 18, 2021

No matter the cause, all fundraisers know that the right fundraising idea is the key to success. With such a wide range of possible fundraising campaigns, how can you decide which is right for your needs and supporter base? Choosing Your Fundraising Ideas: FAQ What are the easiest fundraising ideas?

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The Fundraising Coach

JULY 31, 2023

When it comes to key fundraising events for your nonprofit, auctions can be a highly effective avenue for increasing donations to your cause. Karrie has more than twenty years of experience in marketing and passion for helping nonprofits expand their reach, leading industry research, marketing strategy, and fundraising consulting initiative.

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Greater Giving

MAY 21, 2025

Your nonprofit needs plenty of items to support its cause, from program-essential items (such as food ingredients for a soup kitchen) to decorations for your upcoming fundraising event to appreciation gifts for your donors. Usually, youll use funds secured from fundraising, grants, or other revenue streams to purchase these items.

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Pamela Grow

JULY 24, 2024

Auctions are among the most engaging and lucrative fundraising events your nonprofit could host. However, successful auctions require careful planning—even more than most other fundraisers. Your team will need to manage many moving parts, budget carefully, and stay organized to achieve your event fundraising goal.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

Now that we’re entering a new post-COVID era, nonprofit leaders need to think about what virtual fundraising will look like in the future. It looks like virtual fundraising is here to stay! 25+ Virtual Fundraising Ideas to Try Out Best Virtual Fundraising Strategies Virtual Fundraising Software: Our Top Picks.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Silent auctions are a great way to fundraise and encourage donors to get involved with nonprofits. Beyond the items your supporters will take home, the charity auction software you use will be the true backbone of your event. Invest in auction software that offers features like real-time bidding with a mobile and web-based interface.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Now that we’re well into 2021 and approaching a post-COVID reality in many parts of the world, nonprofit professionals have pondered what fundraising events will look like with both in-person and virtual engagements. You already know that virtual auction fundraisers are possible and fruitful, but the possibilities are almost endless.

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