The answer to “How much do you want to make at your benefit auction?” should not be “As much as we can.” While technically true, such a vague answer is not helpful for making decisions. Rather, goals should be specific, achievable and measurable so you can build a plan to achieve them. In this post, we provide […]
TravelPledge connects nonprofits with fun auction items from generous businesses. We are always looking for new partners to round out our selection of experiences. If you know the owner or manager of a business that’s a good fit for our program, refer them to us. If they ultimately post certificates for nonprofit fundraisers, we’ll donate $250 to […]
Fundraising events are opportunities for your nonprofit to not only earn donations, but to also build connections with supporters by hosting engaging activities related to your cause. Whether you’re hosting an in-person, virtual, or hybrid event, your guests’ first impression of your event will be formed when they register. Your registration process should be quick and user-friendly […]
Don’t have the time to throw a big fundraising gala for your nonprofit? Online silent auctions provide a fantastic alternative to raise loads of money. Best of all, organizing a silent auction fundraiser is simpler than ever on you and your committee, thanks to modern auction software. Benefits of an Online Auction vs. In-person At a typical […]
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 […]
Facing the limitations of the pandemic, many event planners have adapted to our shared situation by using virtual methods to engage members, such as hosting online fundraisers or meetings held over Zoom calls. Even now, as small gatherings are becoming more frequent, online events remain a huge part of the engagement landscape. With the pandemic changing shape, […]
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 […]
You’re laying the groundwork for your next nonprofit event. You’re planning how you’ll set up the venue (or virtual event space), acquiring auction items, and creating the event schedule. There’s only one element missing from your event plans: how are you going to get people to attend? Your next auction or gala might be your most exciting […]
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