With the power of the internet at our fingertips, your nonprofit’s potential to raise funds and engage supporters has never been greater. However, with this increased opportunity comes the need for innovative strategies that inspire donors to give generously. In this guide, we’ll explore five ideas for leveraging online fundraising and maximizing your revenue. From optimizing your […]
Auctions are fun, high-energy events that can help your nonprofit bring in donations and engage its supporters, whether they’re hosted in person, online, or somewhere in between. But there’s a lot that goes into planning and running a successful auction, from procuring auction items that your supporters will want to bid on and securing event sponsorships to […]
Hybrid events take place both online and offline simultaneously, allowing guests to attend either virtually or in person. For example, if your nonprofit holds a hybrid auction, some guests can view a livestream and bid on items online from the comfort of their homes. Those attending in person can socialize, view the physical items, and participate in […]
Fundraising events, like auctions and galas, are highly effective ways to engage your nonprofit’s audience and increase giving. Studies show that the average return on investment (ROI) for events is between 25% and 34%. However, several factors can impact event ROI, including the event management technology you use, the success of your marketing efforts, and the number […]
When you’re gearing up to host a fundraising event with ambitious goals—like a high-energy auction or gala—there’s a chance that the turnout falls short of your expectations, or the progress towards your fundraising target is slower than anticipated. But, what if there was a way to proactively boost engagement, foster giving, and create excitement well before the […]
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Imagine you’re laying the groundwork for your next nonprofit event. You’ve already planned how to set up the venue, acquired auction items, and created the event schedule. There’s only one element missing from your event plans: Getting people to attend. Your auction or gala might be your most exciting one yet, with unique experiences up for grabs […]
Picture this: you’re planning an upcoming event for your nonprofit. You have every detail in place—from the decorations to the donation thank you letters—ready to go. When the big day finally arrives, only half as many people as you were expecting showed up. You’re disappointed because not only has your hard work gone to waste, but you […]
In 2021, TravelPledge released its own online auction software, called TravelPledge Auctions. Over the past three years, TravelPledge Auctions grew quickly thanks to it’s simple and sleek design, lightning fast auction page, and 0% platform fee. Today, we are excited to announce a new name for TravelPledge Auctions. The new name is…WinningBidder.com! “WinningBidder.com better represents the online […]
Sports fans are everywhere! They’re not just at the stadium, arena, or golf course; on their couches glued to their TVs; or enjoying the big game at a sports bar—they’re in your donor database. Fortunately for nonprofits, a great way to garner support for your cause is to gamify your fundraising event in some way, and sports-themed […]
