Greater Giving

JULY 30, 2021

Even with groundbreaking advances in technology and streaming, virtual events still bring an inherent distance between the action and the viewers. So how do you replicate that energy in an event where some or all guests are watching from home—and keep everyone watching the stream all the way through? TIP: Make it a destination!

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

At the very start of the pandemic, The Dougy Center seized virtual fundraising by the horns and held their very first online-only event. They already knew they could reach their local supporter base—now they saw their virtual event as a unique chance to reach a broader audience than ever before. And it worked! Maximize Exposure!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 24, 2020

1) Virtual and Augmented Reality for Donations. Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are two technologies that are popular in the gaming industry because they provide an immersive experience. Virtual reality does this by creating a digital environment that you can explore with a headset and headphones.

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Greater Giving

JULY 23, 2021

During the transition to virtual events, nonprofit event planners simply didn’t have a playbook. One of the biggest issues that nonprofits reported with virtual events (detailed in our State of Nonprofit Fundraising publication) was guest engagement. But embracing low-cost technological solutions can help. Are there a lot of parents?

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AccelEvents

JULY 8, 2020

With the development of new and better technologies, the popularity of virtual events has seen a steady increase. Add to the mix stay at home orders and global social distancing protocols, and the safety, convenience, and practicality of virtual events have increased their use cases. Know Your Audience (And Then Expand It!).

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 12, 2021

Selling sponsorships in the era of virtual and hybrid events present fundraisers with a challenge when those traditional benefits don’t look quite the same. Offer new opportunities for sponsors to get visibility with the new technology available in a virtual or hybrid event. How Event Sponsor Benefits Are Evolving.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Rather than missing out entirely, transitioning in-person events to virtual fundraisers helps you to continue to raise crucial funds for your cause, while our supporters stay safe and support you from their own homes. Ready to take your virtual fundraising to the next level? Accessing fitness events virtually. Even better?

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Top Nonprofits

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

In 2020, the pandemic and its resulting social distancing guidelines led nonprofits to experiment with virtual events (many of them for the first time). Now, several benefits inherent to virtual events have made them well worth adding to this year’s event calendar.One popular virtual event is galas. Follow Up Afterward.

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 20, 2021

With the focus now on virtual and hybrid events, how do event planners and brands create and deliver content that will foster attendee engagement and keep them coming back for more? Attendee Engagement For Virtual Events. With a strictly virtual event, you will need to work harder than usual to engage attendees.

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AccelEvents

JULY 14, 2021

However, no matter the theme of your virtual event, you need to develop interesting virtual event ideas so that your attendees are engaged, excited, and continue to think about your event and brand long after the event is done! Here are 21 virtual event ideas to get you started. . Here is another virtual event idea.

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 28, 2021

When planning your virtual event, you have to make production decisions that include choosing the best way to stream your content. With any virtual event, you need a plan for video content. But how do you decide on live streaming or pre-recorded content? The Growth of Virtual Events and Video Streaming.

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AccelEvents

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Marketing for a virtual event is much different than marketing for a physical event, which means you need to make sure your marketing plan is up to snuff. . Promotion Strategies to Use When Marketing Your Virtual Event. Instead, opt for marketing campaigns that will put your event in front of the right audience in an exciting way.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 23, 2020

Over the last few years, virtual events have seen incredible growth in popularity and yet still remain a complete mystery to most people. Event organizers may have thought that trade shows were about to disappear altogether but the fact is, trade shows are perfect candidates for virtualization! The benefits of a virtual trade show.

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AccelEvents

JULY 14, 2021

Virtual conferences allow brands, organizations, and businesses to connect individuals in unprecedented ways. Virtual conferences are more accessible, allowing more individuals to attend your conference. It can also open up topics of discussion to broader audiences rather than being restricted to a geographical region. .

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Virtual fundraisers can be a great way for nonprofits to raise crucial funds without spending a lot on renting a venue to host an in-person event. With the right technology and a solid strategy, hosting a virtual fundraiser can be extremely lucrative for nonprofit organizations. What is a virtual fundraiser? Start with a plan.

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Classy

JULY 14, 2021

The best way to learn about virtual fundraising events is to hear from those who’ve experienced them. We recently wrapped up our 2021 Collaborative: Virtual Sessions event here at Classy. Get to know their top insights and learning moments to accelerate the impact of your nonprofit’s next virtual fundraising event.

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 20, 2021

With the focus now on virtual and hybrid events, how do event planners and brands create and deliver content that will foster attendee engagement and keep them coming back for more? Attendee Engagement For Virtual Events. With a strictly virtual event, you will need to work harder than usual to engage attendees.

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Association Analytics

MARCH 1, 2023

Let’s take a look at a few ways you can shift challenges into opportunities, keep your association top of mind, and maintain your revenue stream in 2023. With this new virtual-only audience segment, they launched a new online course that resulted in nearly $300,000 of additional revenue. Read more about their story.

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AccelEvents

JULY 8, 2020

With the development of new and better technologies, the popularity of virtual events has seen a steady increase. Add to the mix stay-at-home orders and global social distancing protocols, and the safety, convenience, and practicality of virtual events have increased their use cases. Know Your Audience (And Then Expand It!).

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Greater Giving

JULY 8, 2021

During the transition to virtual events, nonprofit event planners simply didn’t have a playbook. One of the biggest issues that nonprofits reported with virtual events (detailed in our State of Nonprofit Fundraising publication) was guest engagement. But embracing low-cost technological solutions can help. Are there a lot of parents?

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AccelEvents

JUNE 3, 2021

Many brands have made use of virtual events as a marketing tool. If 2020 taught marketers and event marketers anything, it was that virtual events can effectively reach a large number of people and provide significant benefits that other event types simply cannot replicate. 7 Reasons Why Virtual Events Are an Important Marketing Tool.

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AccelEvents

JULY 16, 2021

With more businesses turning to live events and virtual events as part of their marketing strategy , it’s no surprise that brands are trying to find more ways to improve these services. With Real-Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) services, you can upgrade video streaming technology simply and effortlessly. . What is RTMP? What is RTMP?

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Greater Giving client Celebrity Waiters had already planned to hold a virtual fundraiser for their 2021 event when the CDC began to allow small, socially-distanced, in-person gatherings. Not all programming lends itself well to live performance and online streaming. Option 1: Livestream the in-person event straight to virtual guests.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 23, 2020

Over the last few years, virtual events have seen incredible growth in popularity and yet still remain a complete mystery to most people. Event organizers may have thought that trade shows were about to disappear altogether but the fact is, trade shows are perfect candidates for virtualization! The benefits of a virtual trade show.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

Now that we’re entering a new post-COVID era, nonprofit leaders need to think about what virtual fundraising will look like in the future. In our 2020 Navigating the Unknown Report , we found that over 50% of nonprofits pivoted to virtual events last year. It looks like virtual fundraising is here to stay!

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 21, 2022

If you’ve taken on a virtual fundraising campaign before, you know it can be hard work. Members not knowing how to use your virtual donation platform , or not even knowing about your campaign in the first place. Merchandise fundraising can be an effective funding source for all types of campaigns, including virtual ones.

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 30, 2022

This might involve a live, in-person event, a hybrid event , or a virtual event. . If you can, try hosting an in-person event and then filming and streaming each session online so the virtual audience can get as much as possible from the experience. . Virtual Events. Considerations for Your Event Marketing Plan.

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Association Analytics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

In general, members were certainly shifting to more online products and services, such as virtual conferences or online classes. The good news is – you already have a treasure trove of information you can use to explore new revenue streams – your data! New Audiences. Use your data to optimize people and products.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 15, 2021

In the events industry, a hybrid event combines an onsite event element and a virtual element. . A hybrid event means that at the same time, you can host two types of event styles tailored to each audience (an online audience and an in-person audience) for a great attendee experience. . What is a Hybrid Event?

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 6, 2021

Burdette shared that knowing which audience will be encompassing the bigger percentage of your attendance will go a long way toward figuring out how to allocate your budget. While we’ve come a long way with hybrid events, no one has truly cracked the code to ensure the exact same experience for both virtual and in-person events.”

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 10, 2021

According to industry experts, hybrid events and virtual events are here to stay. One challenge that event planners are anticipating is audience interactions. Hybrid events involve in-person audiences with the live event portion and then remote attendees participating through the virtual event platform. .

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 28, 2022

Online ticketing and virtual event registration. Whether your fundraising event will be held in person, purely virtual, or as a mix of both, allowing guests to buy tickets online—or simply RSVP for free—makes registration easy and comfortable and accessible from anywhere. Will remote attendees participate in the stream?

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Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2023

The first blog, The Economy’s Impact on Philanthropy , detailed how economic instability has changed fundraising. Our first blog outlined how donors are also impacted by inflation and what their giving habits look like during such a period. Another area the Sustainable Giving Report dove into was Building Streams of Revenue.

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Donorbox

APRIL 6, 2022

Technology has made it easier for nonprofits to reach a larger audience and engage event attendees in several ways. Fundraising events have adapted to include online ticket sales and virtual streaming, to name just a few changes. The post 10 Best Event Ticketing Software for Nonprofits appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 4, 2024

It’s a platform to share your story and connect with a broader audience. Diversifying Revenue Streams Relying solely on grants or individual donations can be risky. Donation drives provide an opportunity to diversify your revenue streams, ensuring financial stability in the long run.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 16, 2021

Since your consumers are, often for the first time, interacting with your brand through a virtual event or a hybrid event, it can be difficult to gauge how well your brand is being perceived and the ways your attendees are enjoying the experience. . So, here are 16 reasons why you should choose an all-in-one virtual event software: .

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 23, 2022

If you are new to the virtual and or hybrid event video world, you might be confused and apprehensive about the many different types of event video options you can choose from. Video delivery is obviously the core part of anything you’re doing for your virtual event. How do you get the video assets or live-streaming deployed?

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