AccelEvents

JULY 9, 2020

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 but there is no reason why they cannot also be applied to virtual events. Know Your Goals.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Spooky Season is here, and if you are looking for fun ways to host a halloween fundraiser, we have got you covered. Organize a Pumpkin Carving Contest. Why not host a pumpkin carving contest? It’s a great way to raise money for your group and have fun at the same time. Host a Haunted House. Find Parking.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2021

A survey conducted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals reports that in 2020, nearly 64% of nonprofits had to cancel at least one in-person fundraising event, and more than 50% converted at least one in-person event to a virtual event. 2) Have a Backup Plan. 3) Use an Event Website. 6) Live-Score the Tournament.

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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. Maybe you’re hoping to raise awareness or funds, show some supporter appreciation, do some community building, or maybe you just want to have a little fun. But, in reality, nonprofits have many reasons for hosting an event.

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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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Whole Whale

AUGUST 13, 2020

For fun, have them also prepare a 30 minute presentation for the organization. Expand this task to managing a public contest for supporters to email in pictures that volunteers can then clean up and put into the master library. Virtual Volunteer Tools Bundle. The post 7 Virtual Volunteer Ideas appeared first on Whole Whale.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2022

The nonprofit sector is still seeing post-pandemic impacts on daily operations, including increased use of virtual and event-free fundraising ideas. Learn how you can take advantage of the virtual era of fundraising. Examples include text-to-give campaigns, merchandise fundraisers, and virtual contests. Virtual auction.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Aside from the necessity of virtual fundraising due to the pandemic, there are plenty of other bonuses to fundraising online. With virtual fundraising, it’s also much easier to expand your reach. From standard digital donation forms to peer-to-peer fundraisers , there are a wide variety of ways that nonprofits can fundraise virtually.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 12, 2021

When you’re planning your end-of-year fundraising campaigns, you really won’t want to miss out on all the fun the holidays provide. And if you commit to joining in on the spooky festivities, you can also develop some frighteningly fun fundraiser ideas your horror buff donors will love. Ghost story contest. Fall carnival.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Engage guests at your virtual event with these exciting strategies—and incentivize participation to raise big money. It’s no different for guests attending your virtual event, who could face even more distractions at home. Looking for even more ways to spice up your virtual event this year? Fun and games!

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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. Instead of limiting connection and engagement, a virtual fundraising event can strike all the right notes with a target audience while helping the fundraising efforts reach a greater number of people. .

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AccelEvents

JULY 9, 2020

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 but there is no reason why they cannot also be applied to virtual events. Know Your Goals.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Hold a “Who Looks Like Santa” contest, have supporters grow facial hair, challenge donors to run a 5k every weekend in December— it doesn’t matter what you choose, as long as it’s fun, funky, and different. Host a Gala or Virtual Gala Bring your community together with a Gala fundraiser.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Sometimes I give participants red dots to use for voting, other times I might use fun stickers like those above. This process isn’t a popularity contest or a way to force a decision. You would need to create a table with two columns, one for the ideas and column for people to place their virtual dots or votes.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

So how do you know if your event is making an impression for being fun and inspiring instead of for just being boring? For example, one of our local clients, Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (VISTE), runs VISTEBall, a golf-themed event that combines the fun of a golf tournament with the convenience of an indoor event. Want ideas?

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Qgiv

AUGUST 13, 2024

Galas are an exciting opportunity that allows you to connect with new donors and returning donors alike in a fun environment. Casino night Turn your gala into a fun casino with vibrant decorations and the sounds of games in action. These challenges could range from a trivia contest to a fun dance-off or relay races.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

With the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic still very present, nonprofits are again faced with the challenge of deciding whether to hold in-person or virtual events this year. Your organization may be debating whether to move forward with trying an in-person event, keeping it 100% virtual, or possibly something in between.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 24, 2021

However, you might also need to get creative when it comes to virtual event gamification. . We highly recommend digital scavenger hunts and photo contests to up the ante in the online format! Fun things to include in your in-person event are public shout-outs! Consider photo contests from both in-person and online attendees.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Peer-to-peer fundraising—individuals raising money for a cause with the help of their family and friends—is a fun, easy, and lucrative strategy to attract awareness and generate funds for your cause. Bowl-a-Thon This is a popular way to get teams together for friendly competition in a fun social environment.

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Qgiv

JUNE 22, 2021

Did you know that almost 70% of nonprofits are planning to incorporate virtual elements into their events in some way, whether that’s with hybrid events, virtual-only events, or a combination of all of them? Ready to empower your peer-to-peer volunteers while also providing a unique and engaging virtual experience? Download PDF.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

We’ve broken it down into traditional , seasonal , virtual , scholastic , kid-focused , and grown-ups-only events. Virtual: Online auctions are a category in and of themselves, allowing attendees to view items remotely using live streaming or images while they place online bids.

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Achieve

JANUARY 31, 2022

Increase engagement surrounding virtual events. . Your supporters will sense when you’re having fun with your digital outreach methods rather than using them to mechanically promote your organization. . Increase engagement surrounding virtual events. Virtual events are part of the new normal for nonprofit organizations.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

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. One of the biggest benefits of the paint and sip is that it’s easy to transition to a virtual event. Pumpkin Carving Contest.

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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. Build your donor database from online registrations.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Here are 31 fun, unique fundraising ideas that will support your programs without exhausting your members. Youth Group Fundraising Ideas Small Church Fundraising Ideas Easy Church Fundraising Event Ideas Fundraising Ideas for the Church Choir Fundraising Ideas for Your Church Building Fund Fun Church Fundraising Ideas. A cook-off.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 16, 2020

Many of us have already experienced such strategies, with cancelled conferences, virtual school for the kids, travel restrictions, or work from home (WFH) suggestions or mandates in our workplaces. Given that background, what are some quick tips to help navigate this remote/virtual world? But don’t forget to have some fun, too.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Do a raffle, sweepstakes, contest, or giveaway in your community. This can be fun, but set ground rules so you don’t disappoint. Zoom game night: Players pitch in $10 and host a virtual game night. Find a donor to offer a matching gift of $500, $5000 or more for a campaign. Canvas door-to-door. There are many game options.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Are you making the sign-up process fun in some way? . Make participating fun. Can you offer a fun event for supporters to take part in or fundraise for? Can you make asking for donations fun by incorporating giving challenges and contests into your fundraiser? . How are they helping? Conclusion.

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CauseVox

MAY 3, 2021

During the coronavirus pandemic, many nonprofits have needed to navigate their in-person fundraising events to the virtual space. And while many aspects translate seamlessly, one of the questions we hear time and time again is: “How do I get sponsors for my virtual event?”. Sourcing Potential Virtual Event Sponsors.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

Last year, Alan invited me to keynote the New Media Consortium ’s virtual conference to talk about the future of social and nonprofits. It was my most memorable virtual presentation as my avatar was June Jetson and I made a flying entrance into the auditorium to the tune of the Jetson’s theme song.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

They're encouraging folks to submit proposals. (I'll be delivering the keynote, my first in a virtual 3d environment.). American Open Challenge is GlobalGiving's second online giving contest. You can read a case study about the winner of the first contest here. The Hierachy of Distractions : Just for fun!

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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. Get a selection of your breakfast favorites and a variety of milks — make it extra fun with a pajama party vibe for your supporters. Click To Tweet.

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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. Virtual Gala Fundraiser. Here’s where the virtual gala comes in. Email fundraising makes up ?

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The Next Web

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

With nearly all phones equipped with SMS capabilities, and with consumers reading virtually every text within minutes after receipt, why is it that businesses still choose to forego this channel and rely solely on mobile optimized websites and native applications?

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Greater Giving

MAY 28, 2021

Many adapted by holding virtual, online-only fundraising events. Hybrid Events: The Best of Live and Virtual. However, moving to virtual events wasn’t simple or straightforward. The key to hosting a successful hybrid event lies in combining these existing elements to suit both in-person guests and guests attending virtually.

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

With technology improving, virtual and hybrid events rising in popularity, and new event ideas coming to fruition, it can be hard to determine the best fundraising event that aligns with your audience, goals, and overall mission. Even as events become in-person again, incorporating virtual elements to make them hybrid will likely be the norm.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 24, 2021

Throughout 2020, planners were forced to go online to hold their annual fundraising events virtually when large gatherings were prohibited due to the pandemic. A hybrid fundraising event combines a traditional in-person fundraiser with a live-streamed virtual event that attendees can access online from anywhere the internet is available.

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