When it comes to budgeting for your organization’s various campaigns, one primary goal is consistent across all of them: for the earnings to exceed the expenses. The same rule applies to planning your nonprofit’s next charity auction. Planning a major event that will make up its return on investment takes time. Your nonprofit will need to gain […]
Our fantastic partner ClickBid is hosting a webinar about running your hybrid fundraising event. You won’t want to miss it. Thursday, July 1st at 2 PM (est) There are numerous lessons to be learned from running virtual events last year. This webinar walks through the step-by-step process of conducting a hybrid event. Hybrid events combine in-person donors with […]
Overwhelmed by having to choose among Facebook Live, YouTube Live, Zoom and a million other platforms for streaming your virtual gala? We’ve got you covered. Check out our decision tree below to learn what social media platform or webinar service is the best choice for streaming your online fundraiser. (Click infographic to enlarge.) Share this Image On Your […]
I recently consulted a new client who procured 466 silent auction items for 300 guests for last year’s auction. To the layperson, more items seems better so the auction must’ve been a success. In reality, the client’s volunteers were burned out and 47 items didn’t sell. Most of the other items sold at the starting bid since […]
In the uncertainty of the pandemic, now is a good time to brush up on your reading about best practices for benefit events. Whether you are considering a virtual event or simply want to optimize your in-person gala for once it is safe to do so, it is always helpful to take a word from the pros. […]
Worried about a financial downturn drying up your donations? Recession-proof fundraising means taking action during the good times and the bad times to protect your sources of revenue. In this post, you’ll learn what steps you should take during growing and receding economies to build a sustainable future for your organization. During a Good Economy Make the […]
I’ve got a secret: I detest events. Who wants to dress in uncomfortable clothes, schmooze with donors, and swallow another rubber chicken? Definitely not me. HOWEVER, all Not-For-Profits (NFPs) need to host one annual branding event. A branding event connects your mission to those aligned with it on a large scale. Here comes another secret: most of […]
For those guests who want to take a chance, you might want to include some kind of raffle. The best raffle items bring in bigger donations than the raffle prize would have made in the auction alone. Before settling on the standard raffle format however, consider these variations to give your guests a new experience. Best-of-Live Raffle […]
Raffles are a great way to raise money for your nonprofit. Selling the chance of winning a big prize pulls people into your donor base who may not otherwise be able to afford auction items. Due to raffles’ proximity to gambling, however, state governments enforce several raffle rules and regulations to prevent abuse. While we don’t provide […]
So you’ve decided to use mobile bidding software at your upcoming gala. Great decision! Mobile bidding will reduce your hassle managing paper bid sheets, drive up bids, and simplify checkout. How do you choose the right mobile bidding provider for your event? While, there is no one-size-fits-all solution as your event has unique needs and preferences, this […]
