Are Virtual Fundraising Events Still Worth Hosting in 2025?

2025-03-12T11:03:24-04:00

As you plan the fundraising events on your nonprofit’s calendar this year, you likely have questions about which formats will attract the largest audience: in-person, virtual, or hybrid. You may think in-person events are your only option now that the pandemic is far behind us, but that’s not the case. Virtual and hybrid events absolutely still have a place in the nonprofit fundraising world. In 2024, organizations that hosted all-virtual events reported a notable increase in success, with 77% meeting or exceeding their fundraising goals—up from 59% in 2023. This suggests that virtual events continue to offer strong opportunities for fundraising growth. However, deciding whether [...]

Are Virtual Fundraising Events Still Worth Hosting in 2025?2025-03-12T11:03:24-04:00

Maximizing Attendance: 5 Tips for Promoting Nonprofit Events

2025-03-03T09:06:09-05:00

A successful nonprofit event is about more than just great planning—it’s about getting people to attend. Whether you’re hosting a fundraiser, awareness campaign, or community event, strong attendance is key to raising funds and boosting engagement around your mission. But how do you stand out among other events? Simply announcing yours isn’t enough. Promoting nonprofit events can be challenging due to limited budgets and small teams, but the right event marketing strategies can help. In this article, we’ll cover five proven tips to boost attendance, from optimizing your event page to leveraging word-of-mouth. Let’s dive in! 1. Optimize Your Event Website [...]

Maximizing Attendance: 5 Tips for Promoting Nonprofit Events2025-03-03T09:06:09-05:00

5 Creative Ways to Reduce Your Nonprofit’s Event Costs

2025-02-11T10:28:23-05:00

Whether you’re running a classic event fundraiser you do every year or experimenting with a new, unique idea, it’s essential to ensure your events bring in more than they cost to run. After all, that’s the only way an event fundraiser can actually raise funds! There’s no getting around the fact that nonprofits need to spend money to host memorable, engaging events that encourage donations. However, there are creative solutions nonprofits use to put on a wide range of events while sticking to a tight budget. To help your nonprofit reduce costs without sacrificing event quality, this guide will explore options almost [...]

5 Creative Ways to Reduce Your Nonprofit’s Event Costs2025-02-11T10:28:23-05:00

5 Nonprofit Auction Item Ideas That Appeal to Younger Donors

2024-09-24T16:05:35-04:00

Millennials (born between 1981-1996) and Generation Z (born between 1997-2012) should be at the forefront of your nonprofit’s efforts to find new donors, volunteers, and advocates. These generations tend to be socially conscious, want to create positive change by supporting causes that align with their values, and can support your organization for years to come—if you effectively connect and build relationships with them. To make a strong impression on these supporter segments, consider how you can appeal specifically to younger generations through your nonprofit’s events. For example, if you’re planning a live or silent auction, engage these supporters by strategically procuring prizes that they’d be interested in bidding on. If you aren’t sure how to go about this, you’ve come to the right [...]

5 Nonprofit Auction Item Ideas That Appeal to Younger Donors2024-09-24T16:05:35-04:00

5 Steps to Master the Charity Auction Check-in Process

2024-04-25T15:00:23-04:00

When it comes to planning a successful fundraising event, you need to factor in the entire attendee experience—from ticket purchase to post-event follow-up. If your nonprofit is planning to host a charity auction, it’s important to have an easy, streamlined check-in to make a strong impression on your guests. Your guests should feel confident that you are ready to present them with an unforgettable evening. In this guide, we’ll walk through five steps you can take to make the auction check-in as easy and streamlined as possible. 1. Collect the information you need from guests before the event. You want to move [...]

5 Steps to Master the Charity Auction Check-in Process2024-04-25T15:00:23-04:00

What Nonprofits Need to Know About Event Management Software

2024-03-22T08:25:27-04:00

Imagine seamlessly organizing a gala, charity run, or community fundraiser with a tool that simplifies your workflow and maximizes impact. This is the power of event management software for nonprofits. With this software, you can turn complex logistics into smooth, well-executed events that exceed your organization's goals. In this article, we’ll discuss how to utilize event management software, its benefits, and how to choose one to ensure every event is a stepping stone toward your mission's success. How Can Nonprofits Use Event Management Software? Event management software enables nonprofits to organize, execute, and analyze their events efficiently. This technology streamlines processes, from [...]

What Nonprofits Need to Know About Event Management Software2024-03-22T08:25:27-04:00

Why Event Gamification Works and Top 5 Gamification Ideas

2024-02-26T11:01:16-05:00

From the moment attendees check in to your event, you want to capture their attention and provide an unforgettable experience. Ever considered turning your event into a series of games or challenges that encourage attendees to take desired actions and enhance their event journeys? Enter event gamification. When you incorporate game-like elements and challenges into your event, you excite your attendees and encourage their active participation. It’s a creative way to transform your event and make it stand out from others in the nonprofit sector. In this guide, we’ll explain why event gamification is so effective, how you can implement it, [...]

Why Event Gamification Works and Top 5 Gamification Ideas2024-02-26T11:01:16-05:00

Going Viral: How to Create Shareable Nonprofit Content

2024-01-23T08:26:49-05:00

While social media started as a means to check in with family and friends, it’s evolved into a free tool for organizations to spread their messages and reach supporters near and far. Every nonprofit marketer’s dream is to go viral on social media and achieve maximum visibility for their cause, but with billions of users claiming space on the platforms, it’s easier said than done. However, by crafting a content strategy built for virality, your organization can gain more exposure. These tips can help you amplify your mission on social media: Leverage each platform’s unique features. Stay on top of trends and [...]

Going Viral: How to Create Shareable Nonprofit Content2024-01-23T08:26:49-05:00

Making Your Charity Golf Tournament Irresistible to Sponsors

2024-01-22T09:16:44-05:00

Your nonprofit’s charity golf tournament has a unique appeal to sponsors. How? Your event gives them access to an audience of potential clients and customers, that typically represents a demographic of above-average wealth and influence, that they can’t reach anywhere else. But pitching a sponsorship—even if you have strong relationships with local businesses and companies—can feel daunting. With the right strategies in place, your tournament will provide great ROI for businesses looking for exposure, brand lift, and association with a great cause. From the initial pitch to tournament execution, here’s how to make your tournament irresistible to prospective sponsors. 1. Offer [...]

Making Your Charity Golf Tournament Irresistible to Sponsors2024-01-22T09:16:44-05:00

Bid Sheet Design 101: 5 Successful Strategies for Nonprofits

2024-01-05T12:30:52-05:00

Nonprofits are always looking for ways to diversify their revenue and engage their donors in new and exciting ways. By hosting an auction, you can gather your supporters together and offer them a thrilling event in which they can support your cause and potentially take home a prize. While many charitable organizations have traditionally held live auctions, silent auctions are extremely versatile to in-person, virtual, or hybrid formats. Without the pressure of live bidding, they’re also less intimidating for attendees, encouraging more people to show up and contribute to your mission. One of the most important elements of any silent auction is your bid [...]

Bid Sheet Design 101: 5 Successful Strategies for Nonprofits2024-01-05T12:30:52-05:00

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