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Events Hybrid Resources Virtual Events
Now what? Event plans in the time of Omicron

Spring event planning is underway, and the question that is top of mind for our organizations: What do I do about my spring fundraising event? Our number one recommendation until the pandemi

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Conferences Events Fundraising Resources Swaim Strategies
3 Must-haves for a Successful Conference

Holding a conference is a great way to further your organization’s mission, especially to inform, teach and build a movement. Below are 3 essential components you should include for a succ

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Events Fundraising Resources Virtual Events
Using Facebook to Fundraise for Your Nonprofit

In an effort to socially distance and help curb the spread of COVID-19, people are using social media platforms as virtual gathering places to foster conversations, tell stories and share up

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Events Resources
Getting Creative with Venue Constraints

What do you do when you can’t find the right venue for your event? Sometimes, the perfect venue just doesn’t exist. Do you need something that can accommodate more people? Are you lookin

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Events
Alcohol at Your Events

It’s a common myth that alcohol consumption at your event can lead to increased giving. In theory, it makes sense—get your guests buzzed and it’ll help loosen up their pocketbooks—ri

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Donor Cultivation Events Resources
The Power of Post-Event Gratitude

As each event season wraps up, we’re always reminded of the importance of post-event gratitude. Just because your event is over doesn’t mean the relationship with your donor should end,

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Events Fundraising Program Storytelling Swaim Strategies
Accessibility in Storytelling

The powerful potential with fundraising events is bringing together your community into one room to share in their love for your organization. An inclusive program and smart event design con

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Donor Cultivation Events Fundraising
Revamping an Event for Greater Reach

Many organizations host events tied to programming. If you’re looking to broaden your base and acquire new supporters, there is an opportunity to redesign one of these events for larger en

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Events Fundraising Sponsorship
Guest Post: 4 Ways to Incorporate Corporate Philanthropy into your Nonprofit’s Next Fundraising Event

By Adam Weinger Is your organization about to host your annual gala? Are you planning on making your attendees laugh until their faces hurt with a comedy night? Have you thought about how co

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Events Fundraising Program
Narrow Your Messaging Focus for Success

Nonprofits are complex organizations that usually do work across several program areas, and often have a hard time telling their complicated story. We talk to them about how to streamline th

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