The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 1, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes Celebrate, Educate, and Fundraise: Planning Winning AAPI Heritage Month Events As the vibrant tapestry of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month unfolds, the opportunity to celebrate, educate, and inspire through impactful events is immense.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

We are so very excited to announce that Forum One has been recognized in nine categories in this year’s W³ Awards competition. The W³ Awards competition honors creative excellence on the web and recognizes the creative and marketing professionals behind award-winning sites, videos, and marketing programs. AARP Livability Index.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

We are so very excited to announce that Forum One has been recognized in nine categories in this year’s W³ Awards competition. The W³ Awards competition honors creative excellence on the web and recognizes the creative and marketing professionals behind award-winning sites, videos, and marketing programs. AARP Livability Index.

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Qgiv

MARCH 19, 2024

One way to show how much your donors mean to you is to host a donor appreciation event. Donor appreciation events allow you to personally express your gratitude to your supporters while providing a fun and memorable event for them to attend. Check out these donor appreciation event ideas and best practices!

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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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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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.orgSource

JUNE 5, 2023

Zonta International, where Allison served as Executive Director* and Chief Staff Executive, was honored with the 2021 ASAE Summit Award for the UNFPA-UNICEFF Global Program to End Child Marriage. Our discussion about the Summit Award launched a wide-ranging conversation. Zonta offers a variety of scholarships and awards.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Hosting an event is one of the greatest ways for nonprofits to celebrate their supporters while raising money for their cause. To make the most of your fundraising event , it’s best to develop an event page that’s effective at increasing the number of tickets your organization sells.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 29, 2023

Whether you’re planning a golf tournament or a formal gala, events are powerful tools for furthering your nonprofit’s work for a number of reasons. Events can also provide the perfect opportunity to build lasting, quality relationships with supporters as you engage in these memorable experiences together. Let’s begin!

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

If you read the CauseVox articles often, it’s possible that you have heard us highlight Spur Local (formerly Catalogue For Philanthropy). By partnering with CauseVox, Spur Local created a tailored, dynamic online fundraising experience for GivingTuesday 2023 with their “Give Local” campaign. Spur Local Donation Counter 3.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 30, 2023

What they did: Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania held an event called “Celebrating Success,” which featured local business leaders who have made significant contributions to the economic and civic well-being of the Erie County region. During the reception, the evening’s honorees were each awarded a customized plaque.

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Qgiv

MARCH 1, 2023

What they did: Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania held an event called “Celebrating Success,” which featured local business leaders who have made significant contributions to the economic and civic well-being of the Erie County region. During the reception, the evening’s honorees were each awarded a customized plaque.

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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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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Ask local bakeries to offer sweets to sell to further motivate donors to purchase a treat. Offer prizes for winning participants to add a little competitive spirit to the event. Offer tickets for your community to come watch the event and bring in a judging panel to determine the prize winners.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 6, 2022

Team Growth of 30%: To better serve their growing client base, Qgiv welcomed a mix of 21 local and remote staff members to their hybrid team in 2021. Peer-to-peer event organizers will also have access to new quick-start settings based on event type, additional email engagement tools, and more.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 30, 2015

Note from Beth: Give Local America , powered by Kimbia’s technology, is an effort to coordinate giving days on one platform. Last year, Give Local America raised more than $53 million from more than 306,000 gifts in 2014. Give Local America emphasizes small, local nonprofits. 1) #iGiveLocal. Or parts of the country?

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Candid

AUGUST 7, 2024

Fund, renew funding, and create new funding for policy advocacy Grantmakers who recognize the value of advocacy could add percentage increases, or flat amounts, to every award to incentivize advocacy work and make it clear that they believe this is a valuable activity, even if it doesn’t produce immediate results that can be reported.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2021

“What kind of fundraisng event should I run for my nonprofit?”. Nonprofits are always looking for unique, creative, and effective fundraising events that will help them to stand out from the crowd. Here’s the secret: finding the perfect fundraising event isn’t always about creating something totally new that no one else has ever done.

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Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Events Start building member engagement by empowering your volunteers to promote your next association event to their personal and professional connections. Consider involving volunteers as you plan your events by tasking them to guide the creation of a conference session or by asking them to lead an event session itsel f.

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sgEngage

JULY 24, 2023

College towns” often generate robust tourism that fuels local restaurant, retail, entertainment, and hospitality industries. Work with local, state, and federal programs. Involve current students in recruitment outreach, whether digitally or at in-person recruitment events. What can schools do to innovate and adapt?

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2023

Summer’s social ambiance, characterized by people wanting to enjoy outdoor events and immerse themselves in their local community, can boost your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts. Select a family-friendly movie, find a suitable outdoor location, and charge admission to the event.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

From peer-to-peer fun runs to bake sales, there’s no end to the types of fundraising events your nonprofit can host. Planning events is one of the best ways to raise money for your mission, and donors love participating in them. In fact, 81% of nonprofit donors attend fundraising events. What is a silent auction?

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Everyaction

JULY 12, 2018

Considering our team is obsessed with all that is NOLA, we thought we'd share some favorite local spots to eat, drink, party, and enjoy the sights while visiting for the Netroots Nation 2018 Conference. Anyone briefly strolling through this park will likely hear the sound of a brass band and see local artists scattered along the sidewalk.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Passionate volunteers translate to successful fundraising events ! with gifts and events Showing your volunteers that you care about them doesn’t have to be overly complicated or expensive. Gift cards A gift card to a local coffee shop, restaurant, or store is a great way to show volunteer appreciation. Say “Thank you!”

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Top Nonprofits

AUGUST 25, 2021

His leadership was recognized locally and nationally, and honored with awards from the Better Business Bureau for Ethics and the Louisville Urban League for championing diversity. Gregory Nielsen is a sought after speaker and Consultant committed to helping leaders and organizations translate vision into reality. Share This Post!

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 24, 2012

The Blackbaud Impact Awards recognize nonprofits who have used Blackbaud’s solutions in new and innovative ways to make a positive impact on their local communities and around the world. If so, nominate a nonprofit for an Impact Award! Best Peer-to-Peer/Special Events. on October 1, 2012. Best Online Campaign.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

Events are many people’s favorite thing about charity fundraising. While many of these fundraising event staples are great, such as fancy galas and golf tournaments, circumstances aren’t always ideal for in-person gatherings. Here are a few ideas about how to make virtual/hybrid versions of your favorite in-person events.

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Whole Whale

JULY 17, 2024

Plus more thoughts on auctions, events, online campaigns, and peer-to-peer fundraising ideas to get you started. Read on for 48 great ways to fundraise that really work, featuring examples from some of our favorite nonprofits including the Michael J. Fox Foundation , DoSomething.org , and (of course) the ALS Association.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 22, 2024

Promote your event with fundraising invitation ideas! When it comes to planning a fundraising event, the success of your event often hinges on how well you can get the word out. Creating a compelling invitation is the first step to drawing a crowd and ensuring your event is well-attended.

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Candid

JULY 2, 2024

Two days after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, the Boston Foundation set up a special fund to provide rapid-response support to local nonprofits serving communities disproportionately affected by the outbreak. The first 15 grantees supported communities of color, immigrants, seniors, children, and the homeless, among others.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Putting this best practice into action, in 2019—two years after Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico—the Amgen Foundation awarded $257,500 to the University of Puerto Rico for rebuilding efforts. . Communities also require support prior to a catastrophic event to be prepared to withstand future disasters. and internationally.

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AccelEvents

APRIL 21, 2021

Creating a sustainable conference takes a lot of time and organization, but it is well worth the effort to reduce the impact that the events industry has on climate change. Sustainability isn’t always about environmental impact and can also mean that your event can sustain economic, social, and political changes.

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AccelEvents

APRIL 21, 2021

Creating a sustainable conference takes a lot of time and organization, but it is well worth the effort to reduce the impact that the events industry has on climate change. Sustainability isn’t always about environmental impact and can also mean that your event can sustain economic, social, and political changes.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

They made the decision to pivot to a different kind of event: an online brunch fundraiser based on the peer-to-peer model called A Toast to AuSM – and it’s one of our top crowdfunding and peer-to-peer website examples from 2021. Even though it was a first time event, they met and exceeded their goal of $25,000.

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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! All of these events lead to the open challenge ( starting August 26 ) to submit your organization's or cause's digital story to be among the contenders for $13,000 in cash prizes and more.

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sgEngage

MARCH 30, 2021

As the pandemic worsened in the summer of 2020, Capgemini employee resource groups (ERGs) actually experienced greater attendance and event participation, even in the tough times. The results were Capgemini’s first ERG Awards, which featured two group categories: ERG of the Year and Most Innovative ERG During COVID.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 10, 2021

Any fundraising event takes time to plan and effort to pull off successfully. If you pick the right fundraiser or fundraising event, it can become a signature event that you host year after year, with a steady increase in revenue year after year. Actually, no, most nonprofits go with less-fancy events. How about a gala?

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