CauseVox

MAY 16, 2022

Planning an event is a daunting task for most nonprofits. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, many nonprofit organizations have found success moving away from in-person fundraising towards virtual and hybrid options. Due to the pandemic, however, retailers may not be able to fulfill procurement requests.

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Qgiv

APRIL 10, 2021

For nonprofits, one thing is certain: securing sponsorships with allies in the for-profit world is one of the most important steps you can take on the path to reaching your fundraising goals. Without the contributions of key sponsors, your nonprofit risks being unable to raise the money it needs to achieve its mission. Organization.

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CauseVox

JULY 11, 2022

And who better to get peer-to-peer fundraising tips from than a nonprofit professional? Invest in Kids is a Denver-based nonprofit dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of young children and families across the state. In a nutshell, corporate sponsorships are a mutually beneficial agreement between a company and a nonprofit.

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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. Oftentimes, nonprofits wont know how much theyll raise through a raffle until after the event. What Is A 50/50 Raffle?

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 20, 2024

There are several exciting times of the year for nonprofit finance professionals—budget season, audits, year-end close. Are you ready to really understand how to get the most actionable data out of your fund accounting system? Change is something nonprofit organizations, foundations, and schools understand all too well.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Masterful Marketing Strategies for Auction Success For nonprofit professionals planning auction fundraising events, the art of marketing your packages effectively can make or break your event’s success. Why Auction Packages Matter Auction events remain one of the most engaging and profitable fundraising strategies for nonprofits.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 16, 2022

As a nonprofit professional, what you do matters. Nonprofits of all shapes and sizes are continuing to take advantage of charity auctions – a tried and true way of attracting a large audience, forging stronger donor connections, and generating a lot of revenue. The highest bid wins the item, and the nonprofit receives the proceeds.

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CauseVox

MAY 31, 2022

A raffle is unequivocally a great fundraising tool for any nonprofit. Since you’re not having to handle physical tickets or procure a prize, you can allocate this time on marketing! Ready To Take A Gamble On 50/50 Raffles? While traditional raffles can be lucrative and fun, they can also be a timesuck when it comes to prep.

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Assel Grant Services

MAY 6, 2024

Audited financials are a common component of grant readiness discussions and are often requested by funders. However, new or small nonprofits may wonder if an audit is really necessary. Adverse Opinion – The nonprofit must allow access to financial records without any restraints for a successful audit. Why Do I Need an Audit?

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2024

According to the Global Trends in Giving report , 33% of nonprofit supporters in the United States and Canada say email is the communication tool that inspires them most to give. By personalizing your donation letters, your nonprofit can increase fundraising revenue and develop long-lasting supporter relationships.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

To run a silent auction , you’ll need to plan many logistical pieces and discuss different considerations, such as how guests will bid on items, what the items you’re procuring are, and how you’ll process donations. Are you ready to explore how silent auction fundraising can benefit your mission and learn the essential planning steps?

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OneCause

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Once you’ve procured all of the essentials for your stage, you might be wondering, “How do I put all this together?” While you can select each of these aspects of the stage design individually, it might be worth looking into booking venues that are already auction-ready. Consider Hiring an Event Production Team.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 29, 2022

Auction Procurement Committee. Here are just some of the roles and responsibilities that need to be delegated to members of the auction committee: Generating leads for item procurement. This can include: A separate item procurement committee, responsible for generating donation leads and cultivating potential donors.

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CauseVox

APRIL 29, 2021

This exhaustive list should include: All individual donations (including major gifts) procured by Direct mail Online fundraising Special/in-person fundraisers Phone solicitations Membership fees Corporate sponsorships Company matches Grants Sale of items/services. See this article for more tips on calculating your ROI.

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DoJiggy

AUGUST 20, 2024

Whether you’re a seasoned event organizer or a nonprofit looking to innovate, understanding how to integrate these two formats can help you create successful raffles. Procure a Great Raffle Prize (or Prizes) Let’s face it—a great prize is key to a successful raffle.

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Fundly

JUNE 20, 2024

That’s why Giving Tuesday is such an important time for any nonprofit, no matter your size or cause. Giving Tuesday: FAQs Ready to become a Giving Tuesday expert? It’s a chance for nonprofits, businesses, and individual people to come together and contribute however they can toward making the world a better place.

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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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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

If you lead a nonprofit, you know how important your fundraising events are. Before we dive in, we’ll quickly talk about the current state of fundraising events and what the future looks like for modern nonprofits. Board fundraisers – Your nonprofit board of directors is the governing body of your organization.

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Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 6, 2024

If your nonprofit only serves clients once, data collection is much more difficult and will require more time to address that challenge in the design. Finance staff familiar with contracts and procurement may be able to pass along cost-cutting information.

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OneCause

JANUARY 31, 2024

If you’re raising money for a nonprofit camp or school , for example, an all-ages event such as a family-friendly cookout or field day may be more successful than a parents-only evening event. Usually, nonprofits hire an executive director who helps develop different fundraising event ideas and handle the budget for various fundraisers.

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Fundly

MAY 18, 2021

Matching Gifts Matching gifts, a form of corporate philanthropy which involves companies matching their employees’ donations to nonprofits, can help your organization reach its fundraising goals in no time. If you are a large nonprofit, consider adopting 360MatchPro to automate your matching gift search.

Fundraising

Qgiv

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Silent auctions are a great way to fundraise and encourage donors to get involved with nonprofits. However, while planning out the technical details of your auction, don’t forget that your auction will center around the items you procure for your guests to bid on. Ready to plan your auction? Keep up with trends.

Pass-Through

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. Need help deciding what type of online auction your nonprofit should host? Ready to dive in? Let’s begin.

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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. In our 2020 Navigating the Unknown Report , we found that over 50% of nonprofits pivoted to virtual events last year. Are you ready to take your virtual fundraising to the next level?

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