If you answer "yes" to any of the four statements in this video, your nonprofit should consider incorporating an online auction software to help raise funds. Watch the video below. https://youtu.be/icLz7k3Tago?feature=shared ... Read On >
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Steal this “walk-a-thon” idea for charity auctions
An old friend who never writes -- except to ask that I spend money buying into her latest business venture or charitable adventure -- emailed to ask that I support her in yet another walk-a-thon. This time, I declined. Even though I'm not contributing, others will. Walk-a-thons, bowl-a-thons, dance-a-thons ... you name it, "a-thons" have become popular in recent years. A business colleague confided that his informal research indicated "a-thons" were at the peak of their trend. "It's that ... Read On >
VIDEO: The one thing to NEVER say on stage at your auction
When it comes to benefit auction ideas, sometimes the simplest tips are worth thousands of dollars. This is one. Experience has taught me to never, ever say or reference this when you're on stage at the auction. Watch the video below. https://youtu.be/ZchKCqRyZRU?feature=shared What else should -- or shouldn't -- be said when you're on stage? Well, if you're running a Fund a Need at your gala, there is an art and a science to it. It's a process unto itself, often replete with ... Read On >
Sit! Using a flash mob to seat unruly charity auction guests
I've enjoyed watching flash mob videos, especially those in New York City where I'm familiar with the venues. Even just two weeks ago I stumbled across a flash mob on Bondi Beach while researching an Australian trip for a charity auction. But I'd never thought of using the concept to seat guests at the auction gala. In a June 2011 Chronicle of Philanthropy article, gala guests were encouraged to sit down via the incorporation of a flash mob dance routine during the reception. The ... Read On >
VIDEO: Seven tips to raise more money in a fund a need
A cash appeal (also called a fund a need, mission moment, and other names) can be an easy way to raise dollars at most fundraising auctions. But there is a process to follow. To get started, use these seven fund a need ideas to ensure you cover the basics of this lucrative gala element. Watch the video below. https://youtu.be/TjXQylYA5t4?feature=shared And now that you've got "the basics" down, what about the rest? Like examples of great videos that have been used as ... Read On >