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🎉 Planning a Fundraising Event? Make It a Success! 🎉 Our latest case study dives deep into how one organization transformed their fundraising event into a record-breaking success. From meticulous planning to donor engagement strategies, this study is packed with actionable insights. 💡 Key Takeaways: - Event Planning Must-Haves 🗓️ - Engaging Donors Pre-Event 🤝 - Maximizing Impact with Post-Event Follow-Up 📞 Ready to elevate your next event? Check out our case study for tips that make a difference! #FundraisingEvents #NonprofitSuccess #EventPlanning

When it comes to engaging #majordonors, strategies like salon series can offer an intimate setting for big asks at a low cost! We’ve crafted a blog resource great for executives, board members, and other stakeholders alike to help maximize the success of an event like this! Do you do salon series? And if so I’m genuinely curious - does your org call it “salon series”? 🧐 Donor dinners? Cocktails & conversation? #nonprofit

Smart Strategies: Maximizing Impact Without Overspending on Fundraising Events To truly captivate supporters and exceed #revenue expectations, it's essential to reimagine traditional approaches. From cultivating intimate gatherings with purposeful intent to orchestrating concise, mission-centric programs, every detail must align seamlessly with your organization's goals. Embracing the power of pre-event #fundraising momentum and creative cost-saving measures, such as innovative serving styles and #strategic vendor negotiations, can elevate your impact while staying within budgetary constraints. Moreover, infusing each event element with the essence of your cause, from immersive experiences to heartfelt expressions of gratitude, fosters lasting connections with #donors. By harnessing the collective energy of your community and leveraging cutting-edge fundraising tools, you can propel your organization towards unprecedented success in the post-Covid era. #nonprofitmanagement #nonprofit #fundraising #fundraisingstrategies #unitedstates #donors #donorrelations #budget

When launching your nonprofit’s next big fundraising event, there are many moving pieces. But, one of the things that has the most considerable potential to drive more ticket sales right off the bat is having a fantastic fundraising event invitation that captures your audience’s attention. So, how does one write an invite that gets people to click through and make the purchase? Fortunately, Jenna Notarfrancesco from CauseVox breaks down the elements of a great fundraising invitation and shows it in practice with some practical examples. CHECK IT OUT to learn how to drive people from far and wide to your next fundraising event. https://lnkd.in/e7ztd-eU #fundraising #nonprofits

📢 Attention Fundraisers and Event Planners! 📢 Looking to create memorable events that leave a lasting impact on your donors? Check out this insightful article from The Chronicle of Philanthropy titled "A Dozen Ways to Create Events Donors Love — Without Spending a Fortune." 💡 Whether you're a seasoned fundraiser or just starting out, these creative strategies will help you craft engaging events that resonate with your supporters, without breaking the bank. From personalized experiences to interactive activities, there's something for everyone. 🎉 Don't miss out on the opportunity to elevate your fundraising events and deepen donor connections! Let's inspire each other to make a difference together. 💫 #Fundraising #DonorEngagement #EventPlanning

Events are a great way to increase nonprofit fundraising and mission awareness. But like anything, success is a function of the planning. Here's a great article (5 minute read) providing tips on making your next event a real success. https://lnkd.in/ePWh2ThN #fundraising, #andarsoftware, #nonprofits

🌟 Plan Today, Elevate Your Fall Fundraisers! 🌟 Spring is here, but it's the perfect time to set the stage for a successful fall! At Fluid Events, we specialize in turning visions into impactful realities for non-profits. As you bloom this spring, let's plan the seeds for your fall and winter events. 🚀 Why wait? Early planning is key to maximizing your fundraising potential. We take care of all logistics, food & beverage management, production, volunteer coordination, marketing campaigns and so much more. This allows your team to focus on securing sponsorships and selling tickets. 🍂 Let's collaborate to create some magic that not only captivates but also exceeds your fundraising targets. 🌐 Learn more about how we can help at fluidevents.ca or email info@fluidevents.ca #NonProfit #EventPlanning #Fundraising #EarlyPlanning #MakeMagic #FluidEvents #NonProfitEvents #CharityEvents #SocialGood #CommunityImpact #Philanthropy #NonProfitLeadership #CommunityEngagement #NonProfitOrganization #FundraisingSuccess #ImpactfulGiving #Galas #Gala

Our final format of fundraising events, let's talk about the largest event type and the one that can reach the most diverse group of potential donors: the community-wide celebration. The community around your organization is such a crucial portion of the overall success of your organization. Gather your greater community to share your mission and offer ways for them to learn about and participate alongside your organization. This helps build strong bonds with your current donors, creates new relationships with potential volunteers, and creates a legacy plan for the future of philanthropy through the introduction of your cause to the younger individuals attending.  a. Consider the format and structure of a community-wide event. A block party, concert series, or a community event added to an existing road race or golf tournament are all great ways to unite people. b. The timing of these events is almost always on the weekends and usually mornings into early afternoons, except for concerts or movie series.  c. Corporate sponsors are oftentimes very interested in supporting community-wide events due to the scale and scope of the guests attending. They also can potentially offer you volunteers as part of their sponsorship. These events usually require a heavy lift from your volunteers. d. Don't forget the youth guests! Create activities or a space just for them to enjoy and learn about the mission in a way that speaks to them. e. Smaller fundraising enhancements such as raffles and silent auction items are great ways to make soft asks at these events. #eventplanning #fundraisingevent #communityengagement #purplefinchevents

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀: 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 October is such a busy month for sponsors because there are so many events happening. While it's not the only busy month for sponsors, it's certainly one that keeps them juggling multiple commitments. I've had people ask me, "What's the best time to host an event?" Honestly, I was perplexed at first because events are happening all year round. Then I realized that some months are busier for sponsors than others. Those peak months tend to be: ⬝April ⬝June ⬝August ⬝October ⬝November ⬝December In particular, October is a month packed with fundraising galas. My theory? People choose October because it doesn't interfere with Giving Tuesday campaigns, Thanksgiving food drives, holiday events (like Winter Wonderland), or end-of-year giving pushes. This is my observation - I'd love to hear if it matches your experience. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐚 𝐭𝐢𝐩: When planning your next event, consider choosing a month that isn't overpopulated with competing events. This strategy can help ensure sponsors don't have to choose between supporting you or someone else. Timing your event strategically might just give you the edge to secure those crucial sponsorships and make your event stand out. What's your experience with event timing? Have you noticed similar patterns? Let's discuss! #EventPlanning #Sponsorship #NonprofitStrategy #FundraisingTips

Unpopular opinion alert 🚨 It's time to rethink your annual gala. The hard truth is that these large scale events are often transactional in nature, and they’re not getting you the long-term, mission investment that you’re after. Revamping your event strategy will help drive more engagement, deepen relationships, and take the burden off your team. Here are our recommendations: https://lnkd.in/grMV7V6i #blogpost #nonprofitblog #newblogpost #unpopularopinion #fundraisingevents #nonprofitfundraisingevents #eventrecommendations #eventstrategy