Greater Giving

JULY 16, 2024

Silent auctions are a cornerstone of fundraising events, allowing attendees to bid on exciting items and contribute to your cause. This blog post will unveil ten top-notch silent auction ideas to elevate your fundraising efforts. This blog post will unveil ten top-notch silent auction ideas to elevate your fundraising efforts.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

If your nonprofit hosts one or more fundraising events, you know that it’s easy to become predictable with the excuse that “we’ve always done this.” And long-time fundraising events have merit and are often steeped in tradition. But as a nonprofit professional, you know that innovation is key to raising more dollars for your cause.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 13, 2024

Hosting a gala is a fantastic way to raise funds for your cause, but it’s the entertainment that truly makes it memorable. To stand out in the fundraising world, you need to find engaging gala entertainment ideas to captivate your audience and motivate them to continue their relationship with your nonprofit.

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Greater Giving

JULY 23, 2024

Live auctions are the heartbeats of fundraising events, generating excitement and significant donations. Art Extravaganza Collaborate with local artists for a live painting session, with the final artwork going to the highest bidder. But for smaller nonprofits, securing high-priced items can feel daunting.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Fundraising is hard—and throwing a flesh-and-blood fundraiser event is even harder. But not all fundraisers are difficult and time-consuming to pull off. That’s why we’ve pulled together a list of 19 easy fundraisers you can use in between major events to engage your supporters, build community, and—of course—raise some money.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Boost Your Nonprofit’s Impact: 10 Power-Packed Summer Fundraising Ideas for 2023 As the mercury rises, so should your nonprofit’s impact! Outdoor Movie Night An outdoor movie night is a fun and engaging way to bring your community together while raising funds for your nonprofit.

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Qgiv

MARCH 1, 2023

Who they are: California School of the Arts – San Gabriel Valley (CSArts-SGV) is a public charter school that provides a creative, challenging, and nurturing environment offering bright and talented students a rigorous college-preparatory education and pre-professional arts conservatory training.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

And because we love rapid ideation and an excuse for a fundraiser here at Whole Whale, we’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. Purim Costume Party Fundraiser (varies; usually early-mid March). Online Fundraising Essentials. Click To Tweet. Online Course. Enroll Now.

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Qgiv

APRIL 30, 2024

Choosing a nonprofit silent auction theme can be half the battle when planning to host a fundraising gala. Silent auctions have proven to be powerful tools for raising vital funds and rallying your supporters, but these fundraising events aren’t just about generating revenue.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 29, 2024

Spring into Action: Planning and Executing Outdoor Fundraising Events Spring is a time of renewal, and what better way to reflect that spirit than with an engaging outdoor fundraising event? Spring Themed Ideas: Blooming Bash : Celebrate the season’s floral explosion with a garden party fundraiser.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

But, as a fundraiser, your job is just ramping up. That’s because fall is a busy time of year for fundraising. Now is the time to take a good look at your plans for the final months of the year and find a fun, unique fall fundraiser that will make you and your donors feel comfortable and supported. Autumn Paint & Sip Night.

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Achieve

JANUARY 18, 2023

Fundraising events are the perfect way to deepen your nonprofit’s impact. Beyond choosing a fundraising idea, your nonprofit also has to decide whether you want to host your event in person or online. . Over the years, virtual fundraising has grown in popularity, especially during the pandemic when meeting in person wasn’t possible.

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CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2021

Online virtual fundraising is one of the most popular ways for nonprofits to raise money. With the majority of daily activities taking place over the web, it’s no surprise that we’ve also observed a rise in virtual fundraising. Maybe your nonprofit hasn’t yet developed an online fundraising plan. Peer-to-Peer Fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

4) Art Institute of Chicago Museum Shop :: shop.artic.edu. The Art Institute of Chicago Museum Shop sells unique and beautiful objects from around the world in support of the arts. Classic modern and cutting edge design products for adults and kids, including items produced exclusively for the Museum of Modern Art (New York).

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Top Nonprofits

JULY 20, 2022

8 Top Examples of Fundraising Flyers+Tips to Make Your Own. So, you have your fundraising idea locked down. Maybe you’ve drafted some fundraising letters to your community, but you’re in search of new ways to spread the word. Informational tips for your fundraising flyer. Fundraising Flyer Fundamentals.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 16, 2023

The best way to get people excited about your non-profit is to sell out your fundraising event. The more demand you can drive for your event admissions, the more money you’ll raise. These tips will help you create a sense of urgency and drive demand for your next fundraiser: Sell event admissions early to insiders.

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DipJar

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Arts and cultural organizations are the sources of some of our favorite DipJar stories. Arts, culture, and performance are all personal passions for her. At the college level, The Gamm offers a paid fellowship for emerging artists of color. They are literally all over the map. It even serves as a voting location!

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Your dollars raised have stayed the same, or decreased, year over year. If you’re any type of arts organization , you can expand to online offerings at accessible price points. You can take art to the schools or bring students to your art. I needed to assign someone to make calls to supplement the art with other items.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Concert tickets Buying concert tickets has become like a competitive sport, as passionate fans flood ticket platforms to see their favorite artist live. Recently, modernist and impressionist paintings have been selling particularly well in the art world. Art that has personal meaning for your community is also a safe bet.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 25, 2023

It’s been a rough couple years for arts-based nonprofits. As pandemic aid has run out without patrons returning in pre-2020 numbers, many arts nonprofit across the country have had to shrink programming, cut staff, or close altogether. This includes summer art camps, museums, theaters, art galleries, and more.

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Whole Whale

MAY 8, 2020

When it comes to fundraising for Mother’s Day, let’s start with some facts. And yet, Mother’s Day is often an untapped day of giving when it comes to annual fundraising. We recognize that in the age of coronavirus, many traditional fundraisers and in-person events are difficult to execute safely. Jewelry for a Cause.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 11, 2016

To celebrate, rather than eat cake, I’m fundraising for the Nonprofit Technology Enterprise Network (NTEN). Please consider donating to the fundraiser with colleague Cindy Leonard. It takes a community to raise a nonprofit! Today is my birthday! I have worked in the nonprofit sector for 35 years. Donate now !

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Research shows 88% of total dollars raised comes from just 12% of donors–making it a priority to form a relationship with your major donors based on their interests and connection to your mission. Personalized art pieces Collaborate with local artists or beneficiaries to create custom artwork reflecting your organization’s mission.

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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. You already know that virtual auction fundraisers are possible and fruitful, but the possibilities are almost endless.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Through the execution of a range of administrative, communication, and managerial responsibilities, the development professional gains a thorough understanding of both fundraising strategies and organizational needs. Have you taken the time to assess your expertise as a development professional from a leadership perspective? Senior citizens?

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 19, 2015

In 2011, in the name of raising money for the Special Olympics, I participated in the Polar Plunge. My graduate school class at the Wisconsin School of Business raised more than $10k for the Wisconsin Special Olympics. That’s the beauty of crowd fundraising. Are there works of art you want to restore? Denver Zoo.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Coming up with fresh fundraising ideas for nonprofits isn’t always easy. After years of staging events, you may feel like there’s nothing you haven’t covered, from art auctions to wine tastings to trivia nights. To make it easy, here’s a list of 75 fundraising ideas for nonprofits. Using a theme can make this a little easier.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

Events are many people’s favorite thing about charity fundraising. They offer a chance to dress up, get together with others, and have a good time — while also raising money for a good cause. A Gala is a well-known charity fundraising event. 7) Shopping.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 17, 2022

The Prism Foundation empowers the Asian & Pacific Islander LGBTQ+ community by raising critical funds and mobilizing resources to build a more just and equitable society. The LGBTQ+ Donor Engagement Program exists to support annual fundraising events. Most of their funding is for individuals and not for organizations.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 23, 2024

Fundraising is all about connecting with your audience with personal and relevant messages. As you know, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to fundraising! We’re on a mission to increase the value and effectiveness of fundraising and related communications for nonprofit organizations. Here’s what you need to know: 1.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 14, 2013

Thus, for 2013, please: 1) Ask for a raise. That said, 70 percent of nonprofit staff positions in the United States are held by females who many say aren’t so good at asking for raises. Even if it is only a small raise, this is the year that all nonprofit social media managers (female and male) should ask for a raise.

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Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2022

Adding a raffle to your fundraising events is a great way to raise a little extra money for your organization and get your supporters excited about attending your events. While you can hold a raffle as a standalone fundraiser, it’s a great add-on to any fundraising event from auctions to standard events.

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Museum 2.0

AUGUST 1, 2012

That contemporary art museum is on the front of the LA Times again," she said. I can't believe that an art museum can be front page news in LA for days." LA MOCA has indeed been front page news, especially in the art world. It's amazing to see papers like the LA Times cover the debate about the future of an art museum deeply.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 13, 2012

In 2008, she asked for advice about raising money to go to Africa to help support the first community access television station opening in Ghana. At that time she made and raised $2,000 using Chipin, using the case study I had documented where I raised money to send a young Cambodian women to college. January 21.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2010

They organize supporters, raise attention to important social and political issues, seek donations, and organize supporters to walk, run, shout, protest, and vote, things that were once done mostly by nonprofit organizations. What should we be building to help artists make and sell art, engage their audiences, and connect to other artists?

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AFP Blog

JANUARY 8, 2015

It promoted the project through videos, mass emails, and social and mainstream media—typical fundraising tools. Within weeks, it had raised $10,000 to buy new bins for trash and recycling in the park, designed by local artists as public art."

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AFP Blog

JANUARY 8, 2015

It promoted the project through videos, mass emails, and social and mainstream media—typical fundraising tools. Within weeks, it had raised $10,000 to buy new bins for trash and recycling in the park, designed by local artists as public art."

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