The Givesmart Blog
Industry news and trends to keep you moving forward.
San Francisco corporate donor guide
San Francisco has been a harbinger for historical and social progress in the United States as well as the entire world. Still, few recognize the influence San Francisco-based nonprofits have had on the city's rich history — in many ways, they've pioneered the very...
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15 silent auction items that don’t cost a dime
Upcoming webinar: Winning the silent auction >> RSVP here! Collecting silent auction items for your next fundraiser can be a challenge for multiple reasons: unsure where to begin, donor fatigue, the same items year after year, cost concerns. However, gathering...
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How to run a successful silent auction
As a fundraiser, you’re learning how to run a successful silent auction. Just when you think you have it down, trends change, hot new items pop up, donors are seeking something different, technology evolves, and more. So, you adjust. Silent auctions are one of the most popular ways nonprofits engage guests and raise money at fundraising events.
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Tips for a successful donation moment
Hosting a successful donation moment is the crux of annual fundraising for many organizations. Don’t let your fund-a-need give you nightmares; follow these key steps to make your donation moment a success for your organization’s mission!
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2019 Corporate Donation Guide: Houston
Raising money for your Houston-area nonprofit takes planning, coordination, creativity — and yes, a donation strategy pairing you with nearby corporate partners ready and willing to make an impact. This corporate donor guide for nonprofit organization fundraising in...
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How to display silent auction items
At GiveSmart, we consider every speck of detail that’s crucial to maximize the opportunity to raise the full potential of donor dollars. It is important to not only package your silent auction items properly but also to show them off in an aesthetically pleasing way.
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10 Unique Charity Event Venues
After partnering in more than 10,000 charity events, the GiveSmart team has seen a variety of interesting, unique, and off-the-beaten-path venues. Most people have been to their fair share of events held at hotels, conference centers or restaurants. To switch things...
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Games for fundraising events
Looking to spice things up at your next event? Games are a great way to raise additional funds, entertain, and keep guests engaged through participation. Raffles and wine pulls are familiar, but we’ve broken down a few more to help jog new ideas. HEADS OR TAILS Guests...
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2018 fundraising trends
The way donors give is ever-changing. We got our team together to reflect and discuss fundraising trends we saw at events across the United States this year.
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Nonprofit end-of-year checklist
It's the time of year for a final checklist! As 2018 comes to a close, a lot of businesses and nonprofit organizations look at what to finalize as we all move towards 2019. For most nonprofits the end of the calendar year is the half-way mark for the fiscal year, so –...
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