Tech Soup

JULY 30, 2012

Using contests and challenges to engage communities was the topic of the July 17 edition of the weekly CommBuild chat. The chat, facilitated by by TechSoup online community manager, Michael DeLong, included helpful advice learned by participants who have run contests. Why hold a contest or challenge? Promote, promote, promote!

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OneCause

AUGUST 22, 2024

As you’re sitting by the fire, you can also host a scary story contest. Pumpkin Carving Contest Get your donors engaged while getting into the spirit of Halloween with a pumpkin carving contest. Football Game For a more active approach to fundraising, try hosting a football potluck in the height of football season.

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OneCause

DECEMBER 4, 2024

You can incorporate a mobile charity auction, amp up the competition, host online events , andcreate new revenue streams that add to your bottom line with these 18 ideas. Your sponsorships may also include a prize, in addition to the cost of the hole sponsorship, if the hole being sponsored features any of the contests mentioned here (e.g.

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The Next Web

JUNE 6, 2013

Last spring, we successfully pitched our real time social TV analytics platform at the IC tomorrow ‘Digital Innovation Contest – TV and Film’. One of IC tomorrow’s more recent ‘Digital Innovation Contests’ focuses on fashion and is set to complete with a panel of judges on 10 July. SecondSync Eurovision social tracking stats.

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Players will be “awarded virtual goods” specific to the Ready Player Two event for completing the treasure hunt. Cline hyped up the similarities to the Roblox event in a press release, saying, “Roblox is the closest thing to the Oasis in real life, and this contest is the closest thing to the treasure hunt in my book.”. Warner Bros.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

How to Host a Successful Bowling Tournament Fundraiser: Basics, Revenue Ideas, and Decor Themes Bowling tournaments offer an interactive way to bring your community together while raising funds for a meaningful cause. Add in time to award your top bowlers and teams with awards during a presentation that wraps up your tournament.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 2, 2009

Well, time to get out your most awesomely-designed (yes, I did type MOST awesomely-designed) campaign materials and enter the 2009 Adobe Show Your Impact Nonprofit Design Contest ! If you're not familiar with this cool contest, check out last year's winners. See contest details for specific eligibility requirements).

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Amy Sample Ward

OCTOBER 28, 2010

TechSoup Global has an upcoming Digital Story Telling contest, getting orgs to put together 60 second vid’s about what they do/who they are. We’re leading up to it providing webinars and chats, but will be hosting an awards mixed reality event in February. Second Life and IRL at TechSoup HQ in SF.

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AccelEvents

JULY 14, 2021

Just like games, contests are virtual event ideas that can get people talking. Maybe the cutest pet contest or something event/topic-focused that does not require attendees to be on site. . Maybe the cutest pet contest or something event/topic-focused that does not require attendees to be on site. . In fact, 81.8% Recipe Night.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Since shifting to the virtual event space, event planners have had to come up with creative ways to continue hosting profitable events. Businesses, nonprofits, and charities who normally host a holiday fundraiser have been forced to move online, and finding ways to connect to once generous donors is tough. . But there is hope.

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NTEN

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

Flicker photo: mastermaq Every year at the NTC , we partner with See3 to bring you the DoGooder Nonprofit Video awards. Check out today's announcement from See3 : See3 and YouTube Join Forces to Present the DoGooder Nonprofit Video Awards. FAQs - Answers to all your most pressing contest questions. You can register here.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 9, 2024

Hats, Horses, and Hope: How to Host a Winning Kentucky Derby Event The thrill of the race, the mint juleps flowing, and the outrageous hats – there’s something undeniably fun about the Kentucky Derby event. Mint Julep Making Contest Hold a friendly competition where guests create their best mint julep recipe.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

See3 Communications is hosting the 6th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Awards. For six years now, the DoGooder Nonprofit Video Awards has been shining a spotlight on all the innovative ways that nonprofits use video. ‘Different’ is just what The Case Foundation is looking for in this year’s contest. .

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See3

JANUARY 15, 2008

Nonprofit organizations are encouraged to submit their videos to the contest, hosted on DoGooderTV , the video sharing platform for nonprofits. The winner will be awarded an all-expense paid trip to the 2009 NTC to be held in San Francisco. Make a Google Search Story Video in Under 5 Minutes Ready for Another Video Contest?

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Tableau

JUNE 2, 2022

that Emily Kund and Matt Francis brought to the seventh annual Vizzies award show. The inflatable bam-bams, judges, eccentric hosts, and most importantly, contestants being cheered on by the DataFam, all filling the Iron Viz arena with the type of fervor that only the world’s preeminent data visualization competition can produce.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 5, 2014

As my colleague Ale noted in her post a few days ago, the 2014 digital storytelling contest and event series (now called Storymakers ) has arrived! Eastern), where we'll hear from the pros in the world of storytelling for change: Michael Hoffman, Founder and CEO of See3 Communications , and creator of the DoGooder Video Awards ; and.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 1, 2021

We’ve put together these virtual gala ideas to help you host more engaging and profitable virtual galas. While not a gala fundraiser, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Laurel Region hosted Big Talent, a virtual talent show event featuring several acts from their community. But how do you make your virtual gala events fun and engaging?

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 24, 2021

Whether they receive points for interacting with a sponsor or get a digital award for providing feedback, event gamification can boost attendee engagement for brand awareness campaigns, product launches , career fairs , conferences , trade shows , and social events. . Consider photo contests from both in-person and online attendees.

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

FEBRUARY 14, 2008

Developers who code solutions that integrate with Kintera using their open API platform, Connect , can win $15,000 or $5,000 (not the $25 K their big logo seems to suggest – that’s just the total they will award.) The hosting costs, if you don’t qualify for free hosting, are pretty reasonable.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

If you are thinking of hosting an engaging event to secure crucial support for your mission in the year ahead, whether traditional, virtual, or even a combination of the two, read on. Hold a contest with rewards for Best Dressed or Best Background. We’re sharing ideas and resources on event fundraising for 2021. . TUTORING ART.

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Tableau

JUNE 2, 2022

that Emily Kund and Matt Francis brought to the seventh annual Vizzies award show. The inflatable bam-bams, judges, eccentric hosts, and most importantly, contestants being cheered on by the DataFam, all filling the Iron Viz arena with the type of fervor that only the world’s preeminent data visualization competition can produce.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

If this isn’t an option available in your area, consider securing a location to host your own paint and sip night. Tip: Take advantage of the fall weather and host your paint and sip event outdoors (but have a contingency plan just in case). Or, plan your own trivia night where your nonprofit is responsible for hosting and recruiting.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

If you want to learn a bit more about hosting a silent auction, check out our blog post on the eight steps to running a stellar event. You can charge a door fee, set up concessions with snacks and drinks, and even have individual contests with their own entry fees. Easter Egg Hunts Can spring really start without an Easter Egg hunt?

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

In the age of COVID-19, there are even more ways and reasons to host such a fundraiser. If you have some talented artists, knitters, jewelry designers, and candle-makers in your youth group, consider hosting a craft sale at your church. Or a baking contest? Awards shows. Online or in-person craft sale. Go all out!

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AccelEvents

JULY 28, 2021

If you are hosting an industry-specific event or a networking event, part of the reward or prize can include sharing the winner’s name, title, and company at the event in post-event follow-ups. . They would likely be happy to donate a gift of some sort or furnish additional funds to you for the right to put their name on the contest.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Yard sale Spring is often associated with cleaning and decluttering your home, making it the perfect time of year to host a yard sale. Talent show Another family-friendly fundraising idea is to host a talent show. Fashion show Spring means Fashion Week, so why not host your own fashion show for your community?

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

See3 Communications is hosting the 6th Annual DoGooder Nonprofit Video Awards. For six years now, the DoGooder Nonprofit Video Awards has been shining a spotlight on all the innovative ways that nonprofits use video. ‘Different’ is just what The Case Foundation is looking for in this year’s contest. .

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

Host a Community Clean-Up. Take advantage of National Donut Day (6/7) or National Hot Dog Month (July) and host a summer treat-eating competition or bake sale for your cause. Host a Prom for a Purpose. I see what you did there, @wholewhale… Here's the one day in June to encourage repeat donors. Click To Tweet. Eat for Good.

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Achieve

DECEMBER 22, 2020

For your nonprofit, this may include hosting the same type of event each year, such as a year-end gala. Whether a conference, a gala, or a trivia contest, you can live stream the event directly on Facebook. Remember how we mentioned that we’d discuss other uses of Facebook fundraising, beyond one-off year-end fundraisers? in advance.

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NTEN

JANUARY 27, 2009

When I heard about this contest, I asked myself, "Who would I know with API coding skills and a passion for government transparency -- and who likes winning money?" > Learn more about the contest at [link]. Tags: contest NPTech nonprofit technology community buzz APIs. " Duh: the NTEN community!

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Encourage your participants to create dance teams and host contests to see who can come up with the most fun routines. Tips and tricks: This is a great fundraising idea for food banks to host with a fun twist! How to do it: The trickiest part of hosting a car wash is finding a place to do it. Get creative!

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NTEN

AUGUST 17, 2012

The contest runs from August 29 until noon EDT on September 10, and hopes to uncover new ways of using mobile as a social engagement tool. While you're out shaping the future, submit a new app idea to Mozilla Ignite, an open innovation challenge hosted by Mozilla, the National Science Foundation, and NTEN member ZeroDivide.

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See3

MAY 1, 2007

Unfortunately, Katrin neglected to mention DoGooderTV, but we know that next time she will give DoGooderTV, which hosted the NTEN – See3 Nonprofit Video Contest , a big plug. Recent Posts 5 Questions to Evaluate Your Nonprofit Video ROI Enter the 2010 Tagline Awards Today! You can watch the video here.

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NTEN

JANUARY 27, 2012

I’d also like to thank the NTEN:Change Journal’s editoral committee for your contributions and support creating an award-winning publication. This award is evidence that when the nonprofit community works together to support each other’s causes, we can achieve great things! Read about all the ways Change.org is supporting impact !

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Since shifting to the virtual event space, event planners have had to come up with creative ways to continue hosting profitable events. Businesses, nonprofits, and charities who normally host a holiday fundraiser have been forced to move online, and finding ways to connect to once generous donors is tough. . But there is hope.

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

But one question you might find yourself frequently asking is “What kind of fundraising event should we host next?”. Dodgeball tournament – When conducting a peer-to-peer campaign, a great event to host is a dodgeball tournament. Pet photo contest – Everyone loves looking at adorable animals and showing off their pets.

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CauseVox

MARCH 4, 2021

You could create faux Olympic games as a peer-to-peer fundraiser, do a sleep-out, or host a costume contest. You can ask each participant to fundraise and award prizes to the top fundraisers (like a chance to take a break for a song). Spirit Wear. Walkathon or 5k Run. Alumni Ask.

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