The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Charity events are a popular form of fundraising. The success of charity events depends on careful planning. To help you ensure that your fundraising event is a winner, here are ten major components that you must incorporate into your event plan, regardless of the specific fundraising event ideas you use: 1.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 17, 2022

The 2022 events season is right around the corner, and the time to make critically important decisions about your fundraising strategy is now. Virtual events have skyrocketed to the mainstream in the last couple of months, and thanks to their many benefits they offer for fundraisers and supporters alike, they’re here to stay.

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Qgiv

MARCH 22, 2023

Pledge drives are great for urgent fundraising and can be centered around an event or peer-to-peer fundraiser. There is a difference between pledges and donations that is important for your organization to consider before hosting a pledge drive. Create your pledge drive plan The first step to host a pledge drive is to create your plan.

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AccelEvents

JULY 23, 2021

No matter what this year brings, event marketing is an effective marketing tool for brands to have in their arsenal. Brands are finding innovative ways to reach their target audiences. Online events, hybrid events, and in-person events are the perfect way to do this. . What is Event Marketing?

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

Music is great at bringing communities together, and while it may take a lot of planning, hosting a benefit concert can be incredibly rewarding for both you and your supporters. Not only do your donors get to rock the night away, but you can use the concert to provide information about your mission and what you can accomplish.

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Gyrus

MARCH 19, 2024

SaaS LMS vs Hosted LMS Gyrus Systems Gyrus Systems - Best Online Learning Management Systems Finding the right LMS from hundreds of them in the market is not a small task. Plus, deciding on the LMS deployment type – Self-hosting or Cloud/SaaS, adds only to that superhuman task. SaaS LMS hosting is called an “on-demand” service.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

A very common “go-to” funding idea for small nonprofits is fundraising events. Events are a great way to bring like-minded people together and have a good time in the name of your cause. Some fundraising events are huge, drawing attendees and sponsors like moths to a flame. And that’s where the RIGHT event comes in.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 25, 2019

Okay, so you’ve decided you’re going to throw a nonprofit fundraising event… virtual high fives. Nonprofit fundraising events can be a great opportunity to bring the support of donors, volunteers, and fundraisers together in real life to rally around your cause, whether it’s through a nationwide 5k or a local bowl-a-thon.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Fundraising events have always been a cornerstone of nonprofit organizations’ efforts to engage donors and garner financial support. But these events are not only about maintaining existing relationships; they also provide a unique opportunity to tap into the extended networks of your donors—by attracting their friends to your cause.

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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. How to host a virtual fundraiser.

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AccelEvents

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

But, with the world trying to figure out a new normal amidst the coronavirus pandemic, most live events have been canceled or postponed indefinitely, leaving networking as something of an afterthought. The event industry has shifted toward hybrid or virtual event formats, but what does that shift mean for networking events?

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AccelEvents

JULY 14, 2021

If you are running an online event, then you know that you can draw in crowds from all over the world. 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!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

1) Market your peer-to-peer fundraisers The first step to acquire new donors with your peer-to-peer fundraising event is to make sure people know the event is happening in the first place! You’ve likely seen flyers in store windows advertising a fundraising event before. Keep text brief but informative.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Creating Unforgettable Nonprofit Events for Maximum Impact Ever been to a nonprofit event that left you in awe and inspired to make a difference? We all know those magical events that not only raise funds but also leave a lasting impression on everyone present. Well, guess what?

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AccelEvents

JULY 28, 2021

Hybrid events are a great way to connect with audiences in different mediums. And now, with more event technologies popping up, including sophisticated features, more event professionals can offer hybrid events for their customers. What are Hybrid Events? Benefits of Hybrid Events.

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Achieve

MAY 3, 2024

When hosting a fundraising event, such as a Math-A-Thon , silent auction , or charity gala, closely tracking data and adapting your event based on that data can drive higher engagement, participation, and donations. Email Outreach Before your event begins, building excitement and driving participation is crucial to your success.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 21, 2020

In a world that is rapidly adjusting to COVID-19, hosting physical events has become difficult, if not impossible. . Gathering restrictions, social distancing mandates, and in some places, stay at home orders have meant that in-person events have been shifted to a virtual or hybrid event format.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Is your nonprofit interested in hosting a hybrid or virtual scavenger hunt fundraiser? Looking for tools to make your fundraising event a success? That’s what Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass did when hosting their hybrid scavenger hunt event. Ready to host your own hybrid or virtual scavenger hunt fundraiser?

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 15, 2024

Your nonprofit puts a lot of time and effort into planning your events. However, if no one knows that your event is taking place, you won’t be able to achieve a high turnout or meet your fundraising goals. To successfully amp up support for your -thon event, try these marketing strategies: Outbound campaigns. Social media.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 6, 2021

Event Talk Live continues to grow and it’s no wonder! The Future of Hybrid Events – Fireside Chat with Melinda Burdette. In June and July, we asked over 200 event professionals their thoughts on the future of hybrid events. Certainly it’s a moving target right now”, Burdette stated. . ” Melinda Burdette.

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Bloomerang

JULY 20, 2021

Many organizations are re-inventing themselves and their events after the COVID-19 pandemic. This can be an exciting opportunity, but it can also be overwhelming if you don’t know where to start or what will work when it comes to your fundraising event theme. . Here’s how you can go about picking your fundraising event theme. .

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Achieve

AUGUST 27, 2020

Hosting an Engaging and Successful Virtual Event. ?. and hosted by. Digital Productivity Coach & Event Coordinator at. Digital Productivity Coach & Event Coordinator at. Useful Tools to Support Your Virtual Fundraising Events. ?. event registration functionality. Panel Discussion: ?.

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AccelEvents

MARCH 23, 2021

Fortunately, virtual and hybrid events can mitigate some of these challenges. Hosting a virtual or hybrid event allows a brand to create a super event that satisfies attendees while focusing on lead retrieval. Ways Virtual and Hybrid Events Contribute to Lead Retrieval.

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AccelEvents

JULY 7, 2021

And in response, event marketing and sales teams use virtual events, hybrid events, and in-person events as optimized sales tools for increasing B2B sales. Whether your goals are to nurture business relationships or generate brand awareness, events can be a powerful tool. Stay engaged during the event .

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AccelEvents

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

As the event industry continues to adapt to a new normal, event professionals have pivoted to hybrid events as a way to bring together a large audience without going over strict capacity restrictions. . Hybrid events combine in-person sessions with online elements to provide a number of unique benefits to attendees.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Successful event marketing starts with knowing how to reach your target audience. For most event coordinators, one of the best places to reach their target audience is Instagram. With over 2 billion active monthly users , you can connect with a broader audience there by sharing engaging posts.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 16, 2021

Like regular events, hybrid events offer brands the chance to boost their visibility, increase value for the customer, and generate revenue. At the outset, you might be thinking that hybrid events can only return on profit when ticket sales hit a certain level or, in the long-term, brand awareness increases.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

As the world opens up to in-person fundraising experiences once again, some organizations have fully embraced the return to traditional fundraising methods and events. Luckily, there is a compromise for those who want to give their supporters options when it comes to showing their support: hybrid events. What is a hybrid auction?

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The Modern Nonprofit

JULY 17, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes How to Attract New Donors at Your Next Event Are you ready to transform your next event into a powerful platform for attracting new supporters? Picture this: your event is buzzing with excitement, filled with engaged attendees who are inspired by your mission.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 28, 2020

While there are lots of different ways to learn the ins, the outs, and the latest trends in the event industry, listening to a podcast is probably one of the easiest and most entertaining ways to do it! . If you are an event organizer, marketer, or entrepreneur, you know the value of a well organized and run event.

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AccelEvents

JULY 13, 2020

Hybrid events integrate digital features and virtual elements into an in-person event. However, this type of hybridization only works if you have an event platform that can fully support all of the features your event requires. Features to Look for in a Hybrid Event Platform.

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AccelEvents

JULY 28, 2021

Gamification has been a growing trend in events for some time. But with the recent industry shift toward virtual and hybrid events, it has become even more popular. Event planners and organizers have been using these strategies to increase attendee engagement and participation at physical events.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 10, 2020

One of the best ways to showcase new tech designs and products is through an industry event. However, with the COVID-19 pandemic and major event shutdowns across the globe, industries have been forced to get creative. Ever since virtual events first became possible, the tech industry has been all over this space.

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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. Donor engagement.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Hosting a hybrid event can boost physical attendance and promote your brand and content to a wider and broader audience. . Running a hybrid event on third-party software might prove to be difficult. The bottom line is that event planning software can make your hybrid event more successful. Here’s how: 1.

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AccelEvents

JULY 26, 2021

There are many reasons why attendees want to be a part of your digital event. No matter the reason, quality content will further improve their event experience, keep them at the online event longer and encourage event engagement. Here are steps that you should take to leverage your content to improve your digital event.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 10, 2021

According to industry experts, hybrid events and virtual events are here to stay. So as we move closer to the new year, event organizers need to be able to plan ways to improve hybrid event attendee experiences. . One challenge that event planners are anticipating is audience interactions.

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