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The 3 Most Important Elements of a Successful Fundraising Event or Gala for Nonprofits
Planning a fundraising event or gala can be a daunting task, especially for nonprofits striving to make a significant impact. However, by focusing on three key elements—board and committee involvement, a great vendor team, and the X factor—you can ensure your event is not only successful but memorable. Here’s how to excel in each area:…
Read MoreWhy I Love What I Do – A Fundraising Auctioneer's Perspective
As a professional fundraising auctioneer, I feel very fortunate and honored to help people every day. Whether it’s consulting with a client on best practices for their upcoming event or actually calling a live auction and exciting and inspiring donors to give more than possible, being a fundraising auctioneer is a calling that I find…
Read MoreProud to be a NAA Auctioneer!
Coming off of an amazing week at this year’s National Auctioneers Association Conference and Show in Louisville, Kentucky, I am re-energized and renewed in the auction method of selling; particularly in helping non-profit organizations raise more money and retain more donors. I met with some amazing auctioneers who are helping so many people around the…
Read MoreIt's 2014! Ready to get buzzed?
Happy 2014 to you all! I hope your holiday season was relaxing and rewarding and your year ended on the right note. With 2014 now upon us, it is time to get back to work raising big dollars for those we love to help, and I love to help you do just that! To begin…
Read MoreWatch This! The Non-Profit revolution is now!
Please, please, please watch this…the next 18 minutes of your life can change your non-profit immensely! The time is now to step up and play by the “For Profit” rules. Dan Pallotta lays out the differences in public perception and policy between “For Profit” and your “Non-Profit.” By being in the Non-Profit sector we work…
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