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Design Your Event for the Audience You Want to Attend
When we start talking with non-profits about what they hope to achieve with their fundraising events they often reply, “We need big money from our big donors AND we need a bunch of new sup
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Getting to the Heart of the Special Appeal
At the heart of every successful event, is a successful special appeal. And at the heart of every successful special appeal, is a compelling story with characters whom the audience can relat
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Putting the Party in the Party
How can a VIP experience help you raise money? Auction it off! At the recent Mount Hood Kiwanis Camp Prom gala, the live auction was kicked off by the sale of a VIP table. This ramped up the
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Inspiring Your Audience to Join You in the WHY of Your Organization
We spend a lot of time with our clients developing their Special Appeal video. It’s your largest fundraising opportunity on the night of your event. But it’s most effective when you’ve
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Storytelling and the Special Appeal
Everyone wants to know the key to successful fundraising. And while that sweet spot has a host of different elements, at its heart is always a well-told story—getting your audience to pa
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Communication is Key
Community Action had a record-breaking People You Should Know breakfast last week! They attracted 325 supporters and raised more than $45,000 at the breakfast. The twist: the event was free
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A Well Planned Appeal
A special appeal can make all the difference for your fundraising. However, just asking for money isn’t enough. A well-orchestrated special appeal necessitates thoughtful planning. This ye
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Why Peer to Peer Engagement Works
It was another wildly successful Walk, Roll or Stroll for Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp. Started in 2008, this event has been a fun and effective opportunity for MHKC campers, supporters and the com
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The Success of a Content Rich Program
SOLVE empowers everyday Oregonians to become stewards of their local environment and keep our state beautiful, clean and natural. They have so many different ways to get involved and they wa
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People Give to People
We are often asked, “What’s the secret to sponsorship?” There’s one easy answer: talk to your potential sponsors don’t just send them paperwork. That’s both the bad and the good
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