Advocacy campaigns are often months, if not years, long endeavors, and ensuring you have the funds to keep your campaign going will require running numerous fundraisers. To attract more attention to your cause and raise funds, many nonprofits will host a variety of fundraising events to fund their advocacy campaign. However, the right fundraising event for one […]
Your nonprofit’s annual auction may be one of your most important fundraising events. That’s why you’re always looking for ways to drive registrations, improve the attendee experience, and raise more for your cause through the event. One of the most effective ways to improve your auction donors’ experience is by gathering and assessing data. Data can reveal […]
So, you’re planning an event for your nonprofit. You need to secure a venue, line up some entertainment, set a fundraising goal, and assemble a stellar marketing strategy. Attendance is one of the most important key performance indicators for a nonprofit event— after all, it would be challenging to solicit funds from a bunch of empty chairs […]
Volunteers can provide an incredible amount of support during your organization’s fundraising auctions. They can help spread the word about these events, support your staff members, and help wrap up once the auctions conclude. However, without a clear strategy or training process, you won’t be able to make the most of volunteer support. In this guide, we’ll […]
The end of the year is a chaotic but exciting time filled with family, the holidays, and reflection on the year behind us. For nonprofits, it’s just as busy since it’s time to host engaging events and make any final fundraising pushes for the year to meet and hopefully exceed annual goals. There isn’t any time off […]
Nonprofit auctions are popular fundraisers because they raise funds and build connections with local businesses at the same time. As such, a wide range of nonprofits from international enterprise-level organizations to local schools host auctions. However, before planning an auction, all nonprofits will need to take necessary legal matters regarding auctions into consideration. While there are legal […]
As a volunteer coordinator, you know the importance of establishing a reliable team of passionate volunteers. These supporters play a huge role in the success of your fundraisers. It’s your responsibility to be clear about volunteer roles and expectations to run a successful charity auction fundraiser. Communicate what their responsibilities will be throughout the auction, express appreciation […]
Not long ago, nonprofits around the country pivoted their peer-to-peer fundraisers (P2P) to the virtual sphere seemingly overnight, and the “show went on” despite the global pandemic. However, there was a key element missing in this pivot: the ability to build relationships with the champion participants who showed up— rain or shine, in-person or via Zoom. While […]
Mail is making a comeback. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, friends have started sending letters to each other to keep in touch, pen pal exchanges have ramped up, and we’re doing more online shopping than ever. Even in the digital age, a handwritten note or special delivery can still have an impact. For this reason, direct mail is […]
Incorporating new methods of fundraising can energize both your supporters and nonprofit staff, as Jacob Spencer, Customer Success & Account Manager at Donately, explains in this article. He offers five actionable ideas for elevating and adapting your current efforts so you can better serve your cause! Your nonprofits’ fundraising efforts are in a rut. Perhaps you’re struggling […]
