The Givesmart Blog
Industry news and trends to keep you moving forward.
Giving Societies vs. Giving Circles
Giving societies and giving circles sound quite exclusive but that’s not exactly the case. While the two operate differently, they’re great ways for your organization to segment your donors.
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How Crossnore Sustains Needs & Attracts New Donors
Crossnore School and Children’s Home (of North Carolina) shares how their annual strawberry sale, online shops, and giving societies continue to sustain their funding needs and attract new donors. The following is a transcript of our Q&A conversation from our...
Read moreHow Opening a Previously Exclusive Event Drew National Interest
Chicagoland’s beloved Misericordia shares the unexpected success of their virtual gala. Opening their exclusive event at an inclusive price point drastically increased their participation – across the country. The following is a transcript of our conversation from our...
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Virtual Fundraising Examples: Live Streams
Since March 1st, fundraisers have continually inspired and motivated each other through the sharing of stories of success. We've been compiling these stories so they are easy to find and share. This category of stories is all examples of Live Stream campaigns and...
Read moreTaking the Annual 5k Virtual and Balancing Goals across State Chapters
Every year, CURE’s donors look forward to their huge 5k run. This year it looked a little…virtual. CURE shares how they pivoted their cherished annual campaigns, how they keep chapters in different cities looped into the same goals across the state, and how they...
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Running a campaign for #GivingTuesday
Here are steps to maximize your #GivingTuesday campaign and creative ways to stand out among other fundraisers on a flooded day.
Read moreSummer Fun, First-time Virtual Events, and Finding the Sweet Spot for Communications
Place of Hope walks us through their various summer campaigns and how they continued to fundraise all summer, despite the pandemic. YouTube is their preferred way to share stories and fun is always at the heart of their fundraisers. The following is a transcript of...
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Contests and voting campaigns as virtual fundraisers
Let your supporters pay to cast votes! Hosting a contest is a fun way to engage your community while doing a little fundraising.
Read moreHow the Chicago Cubs Charities Keep Donors Engaged Beyond Baseball Season
The Chicago Cubs Charities talk us through their annual campaigns, events, understanding your donors, and various ways they keep their donors engaged beyond baseball season. The following is a transcript of our Q&A conversation from our #OutsideTheRoom Fundraising...
Read moreFundraising Showcase – Successful Virtual Fundraising Campaigns
We compiled examples of successful virtual fundraising campaigns. We showcase online stores, online auctions, virtual run/walks, meal delivery, raffles, live streams, and more. The through-line? The importance of clear communications and ideas that resonate with your...
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