The Givesmart Blog
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Webinar Q&A: Your pivot to an online fundraiser
What should you do if your organization needs to host an online fundraising event instead of a live one? We’ve got data, inspiration, and best practices to run virtual events so that all of your fundraising dollars don’t go out the window. These are the questions from our webinar, Your Pivot to a Virtual Fundraiser.
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Checklist: Pivoting to a Virtual Fundraising Event
How can you pivot to an online virtual fundraising event while still ensuring that no dollars are lost? During these uncertain and unpredictable times, you and your team will face challenges, but you will emerge stronger than before. And perhaps learn a few new things along the way. Here’s where to begin.
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Does my event need a theme?
Does my gala need a theme? Should the event theme be the same year after year? What if people don’t want to participate? All completely valid questions. So. What to do?
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Promoting and marketing your fundraising campaigns – webinar Q+A
The following questions are from our Q+A session during our live webinar, Promoting and Marketing Your Fundraising Campaigns.
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Corporate Donation Guide: Southwest Region
Procuring corporate donors takes nonprofit fundraising to the next level. From sourcing in-kind gifts for silent auctions to creating ongoing event partnerships with philanthropic organizations, corporate donors tip the scales toward broader communal reach and impact...
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7 new ways to connect with donors to promote your event
Creating a marketing plan for your nonprofit can be a lot of work, especially if you’re on a small team. However, it's critical to promote your event and build marketing campaigns around your fundraising initiatives. Raising awareness for your cause without a...
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FAQ: peer-to-peer fundraising
We hosted a webinar, 411 on peer-to-peer fundraising, with our partners at GiveGab. Here are answers to the questions that came through the chat during our Q+A session. These questions are answered by both teams at GiveSmart and GiveGab.
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Online fundraising vs. offline fundraising
The modern world offers people a number of ways to raise funds for various causes. While online advertising appears to be omnipresent, offline advertising is still effective. Balancing online fundraising and offline fundraising will largely depend on your target market and demographic.
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Event planning: build confidence and reduce stress
You’ve likely been planning your big event for months and now it’s finally just around the corner. It’s time to lock down the final details and focus on delivering a successful event. We know that stress can run high during this time, so we’ve compiled a 1-month out checklist and a few tips to help you build confidence and keep cool.
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When it comes to charity events…millennials vs. boomers
When it comes to charity events, there are a few notable differences among preferences and giving patterns between millennials and boomers. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of your donor base, or working harder to recruit a new group as future donors, the following highlights might be of interest.
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