Hole in One for Fundraising: The MEGA TICKET Advantage for Your Golf Tournament Golf tournaments are a fundraising mainstay for many nonprofits, but maximizing revenue can feel like navigating a

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02.05.2024

Fundraising Event Team 101: Choosing Your Event Caterer

Throwing a Stellar Event? Don't Forget About Event Catering! A successful event hinges on many details, and the meals you serve your guests are undeniably one of the most important.

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02.05.2024

Fundraising Event Team 101: Choosing Your Vendor Team

Welcome to the first installment of Fundraising Event Team 101 This series will equip you with the knowledge and resources to create unforgettable fundraising event team that not only raises

Greater Giving Blog

01.05.2024

Hosting a Winning Kentucky Derby Fundraising Event

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

Greater Giving Blog

01.05.2024

Nurturing Relationships with Digital Storytelling

Event experience expert and producer Joey Goon joined us to talk about how you can harness your event to deepen donor relationships with Digital Storytelling Joey Goon is the president

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01.05.2024

Volunteer Week: Orientation for Your Leadership

Celebrate and Empower: Volunteer Orientation for Your Board and Committees during Volunteer Week This Volunteer Week, let's not only celebrate the incredible impact volunteers have on our organizations, but also

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20.04.2024

Top 5 Trends Spotted at the Northwest Event Show 2024

The Northwest Event Show 2024 was a whirlwind of innovation and inspiration! From interactive catering to mission-driven experiences, the show buzzed with fresh ideas to elevate any event. Here are

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02.04.2024

Shining a Light on Volunteer Week 2024!

Celebrate Service: Shining a Light on Volunteer Week 2024! It's that time of year again! From April 21st to 27th, 2024, we celebrate National Volunteer Week – a dedicated time

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30.03.2024

Planning and Executing Outdoor Fundraising Events

Spring into Action: Planning and Executing Outdoor Fundraising Events Spring is a time of renewal, and what better way to reflect that spirit than with an engaging outdoor fundraising event?

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27.03.2024

Streamline Your Charity Golf Tournament with Software Solutions

Sink a Hole-in-One: How Greater Giving Can Elevate Your Charity Golf Tournament Planning a charity golf tournament can be incredibly rewarding. However, juggling sponsorships, registrations, auctions, and logistical nightmares can

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26.03.2024

How to: Write Compelling Auction Item Descriptions

How to make sure you have the right fundraising auction item descriptions to entice your guests to bid on them. Auctions are a popular event for nonprofits to put on

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23.03.2024

4 Ways to Refresh Your Fundraising Strategies for Spring

We are in the season of renewal, and it's the perfect time for nonprofit leaders to re-evaluate their fundraising strategies for spring. As the world emerges from winter hibernation, donor

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22.03.2024

Essential Traits of Effective Nonprofit Leaders

Leading with Purpose: Essential Traits of Effective Nonprofit Leaders The nonprofit sector thrives on passionate individuals dedicated to making a difference. But passion alone doesn't guarantee success. Leading a nonprofit

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19.03.2024

Crafting a Winning Fundraising Plan for Your Next Charity Event

Elevate Your Impact: Crafting a Winning Fundraising Plan for Your Next Charity Event As a nonprofit professional, you understand the importance of effective fundraising. A well-crafted fundraising plan can be

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08.03.2024

4 Fundraising Tools to Maximize Impact

Non-Profit Success Stories: Tools to Streamline Fundraising and Amplify Your Impact Nonprofits are the heart and soul of our communities, driving positive change on countless fronts. But fundraising, the lifeblood

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06.03.2024

Data Privacy for Nonprofits and Fundraising Events

Building Trust with Transparency: Data Privacy In today's digital age, data privacy for nonprofits is paramount. Donors place their trust in non-profits to safeguard their personal information, especially during fundraising

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06.03.2024

How to Structure Your Fundraising Event Committee

A successful gala requires a clear event plan, good people, and an organized event committee strategy. We get a lot of questions about the best way to delegate the work

Greater Giving Blog

01.03.2024

Using Data to Achieve Fundraising Success

Fundraising Data: The Secret Weapon for Event Success During the Greater Giving hosted webinar Data-Driven Events: Elevating Fundraising Success, Stephen Kilbreath and Julianne Read of Kilbreath Events discussed the power

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28.02.2024

Make Your Charity Gala Event a Donor Cultivation Powerhouse

Beyond the Ballroom: Make Your Charity Gala a Donor Cultivation Powerhouse Fundraising events offer more than just glitz and glamour; they're a potent tool for cultivating relationships with potential donors

Greater Giving Blog

23.02.2024

Post-Gala: Keeping Engagement After the Event

Post Gala: Keeping the Sparkle Alive with Lasting Engagement The lights have dimmed, the champagne flutes drained, and the last guests have said their goodbyes. But for organizations like yours,

Greater Giving Blog

21.02.2024

Crafting the Perfect Gala Invitation

Impress & Inform: What Every Gala Invitation Needs Your gala invitation is the first glimpse into your event's magic. It sets expectations, ignites excitement, and ultimately determines RSVPs. Whether you

Greater Giving Blog

16.02.2024

Serve Up Success: Hosting a Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser

Calling all Pickleball Enthusiasts and Fundraising Champions! Our survey revealed that 62% of nonprofits host between 2-6 events per year. Are you looking for a fun, active, and impactful event

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13.02.2024

Demystifying Charity Gala Planning

The word 'gala' conjures images of glittering ballrooms, elegant attendees, and a night dedicated to supporting a worthy cause. While gala fundraisers might seem intimidating to plan, don't let the

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31.01.2024

How the Right Event Software Supports Your Nonprofit Fundraising

The Right Shoe Can Change Your Life, and So Can the Right Nonprofit Fundraising Software How It Had “Always Been Done.” When I started my nonprofit fundraising career a decade

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24.01.2024

CFRE Certification for Your Fundraising Career

Why is a CFRE certification important for fundraising professionals, and how can it elevate your career? What is a CFRE certification? The CFRE certification is an accredited credential designed specifically

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20.01.2024

Why Event Vendor Partnerships Matter

Event Vendor Guide Series: Selecting, Negotiating, and Managing Partnerships for Nonprofit Fundraisers Welcome to the first installment of our Vendor Series, where we unravel the intricacies of orchestrating impactful non-profit

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18.01.2024

5 Digital Strategies for Nonprofit Awareness Campaigns

Awareness campaigns serve as powerful tools to amplify impact and reach a wider audience. An awareness campaign, in essence, is a coordinated effort to increase understanding and recognition of a

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12.01.2024

How to Create A Strategic Fundraising Calendar for Your Nonprofit

Strategic Fundraising Calendar: Mapping Out a Successful Year for Your Nonprofit In the dynamic world of nonprofit fundraising, success often hinges on meticulous planning and execution. To navigate the ever-evolving

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10.01.2024

Maximize Impact by Diversifying Fundraising Revenue Streams

The Power of Diverse Fundraising Revenue Streams In the ever-evolving landscape of nonprofit fundraising, diversification is the key to unlocking a broader donor base and ensuring sustained success. Nonprofits that

Greater Giving Blog

05.01.2024

Donation Drives: Catalyzing Change Through Collective Giving

A donation drive is a purposeful and organized effort to mobilize individuals, communities, or businesses to contribute resources, typically in the form of monetary funds, goods, or services, towards a

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03.01.2024

Planning and Hosting Your First Fundraising Committee Meeting

Mastering Your First Committee Meeting for a Successful Fundraising Event with Greater Giving Organizing a fundraising event can be a thrilling endeavor, but success hinges on effective planning and collaboration.

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29.12.2023

Recap of Top 5 Fundraising Blog Posts in 2023

Unlocking Success: Recap of Greater Giving's Top 5 Fundraising blog post in 2023 As we bid farewell to 2023 and gear up for a promising new year of fundraising, it's

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28.12.2023

Four Fundraising Webinars Every Nonprofit Needs to Watch

Elevate Your Strategy with Insights From Top Experts in These Fundraising Webinars for 2024 Nonprofit professionals, it's time to gear up for a successful 2024! Before you dive into planning

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22.12.2023

A Blessing or a Curse? AI’s Place in The Nonprofit World

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a part of our lives for a long time, powering our smartphones’ virtual assistants, personalizing content recommendations on streaming services, and ushering in innovations in

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21.12.2023

Nonprofit Insights Provide A Blueprint for Year-End Giving Success

As we approach the culmination of the year, nonprofit organizations are in the crucial period of end-of-year giving. To empower these organizations, we turn to the findings of the Greater

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20.12.2023

A Beginner's Guide to Nonprofit Financial Reporting

Effective financial management is critical for operating a nonprofit. Your organization’s ability to further its mission depends not only on successful fundraising, but also on allocating your funds so you

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13.12.2023

Nonprofit CRM Training: Empowering Your Team to Manage Data

In the rapidly evolving landscape of nonprofit organizations, the ability to harness data for informed decision-making is more critical than ever. That's where customer relationship management (CRM) comes in. A

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06.12.2023

Crafting A Great Thank-You Donation Letter

A Great Thank You Letter Can Unlock the Power of Gratitude During the season of giving, expressing gratitude becomes even more essential. As we embark on this journey of generosity,

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30.11.2023

Silent Auction Ideas to Optimize Success

Silent Auction Ideas: Mastering Pricing and Selling Strategies In a recent survey 85% of nonprofits said they incorporate a silent auction to raise revenue at events. One of the questions

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30.11.2023

What comes after GivingTuesday: Year-End Fundraising

Turning One Day of Generosity into Year-End Fundraising with Long-Term Impact The end of the year is a crucial time for nonprofit organizations, especially for those new to fundraising. After

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The MEGA TICKET Advantage for Your Golf Tournament

Fundraising Event Team 101: Choosing Your Event Caterer

Fundraising Event Team 101: Choosing Your Vendor Team

Hosting a Winning Kentucky Derby Fundraising Event

Nurturing Relationships with Digital Storytelling

Volunteer Week: Orientation for Your Leadership

Top 5 Trends Spotted at the Northwest Event Show 2024

Shining a Light on Volunteer Week 2024!

Planning and Executing Outdoor Fundraising Events

Streamline Your Charity Golf Tournament with Software Solutions

How to: Write Compelling Auction Item Descriptions

4 Ways to Refresh Your Fundraising Strategies for Spring

Essential Traits of Effective Nonprofit Leaders

Crafting a Winning Fundraising Plan for Your Next Charity Event

4 Fundraising Tools to Maximize Impact

Data Privacy for Nonprofits and Fundraising Events

How to Structure Your Fundraising Event Committee

Using Data to Achieve Fundraising Success

Make Your Charity Gala Event a Donor Cultivation Powerhouse

Post-Gala: Keeping Engagement After the Event

Crafting the Perfect Gala Invitation

Serve Up Success: Hosting a Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser

Demystifying Charity Gala Planning

How the Right Event Software Supports Your Nonprofit Fundraising

CFRE Certification for Your Fundraising Career

Why Event Vendor Partnerships Matter

5 Digital Strategies for Nonprofit Awareness Campaigns

How to Create A Strategic Fundraising Calendar for Your Nonprofit

Maximize Impact by Diversifying Fundraising Revenue Streams

Donation Drives: Catalyzing Change Through Collective Giving

Planning and Hosting Your First Fundraising Committee Meeting

Recap of Top 5 Fundraising Blog Posts in 2023

Four Fundraising Webinars Every Nonprofit Needs to Watch

A Blessing or a Curse? AI’s Place in The Nonprofit World

Nonprofit Insights Provide A Blueprint for Year-End Giving Success

A Beginner's Guide to Nonprofit Financial Reporting

Nonprofit CRM Training: Empowering Your Team to Manage Data

Crafting A Great Thank-You Donation Letter

Silent Auction Ideas to Optimize Success

What comes after GivingTuesday: Year-End Fundraising

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