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    4 Dependable and Simple Ways to Boost Donation Amounts

    Imagine what your nonprofit could accomplish if every donor increased their contribution by just $10. That could mean the difference between providing food and enrichment... Read More

    24 Mar 2024

    Roger Devine

    Why Emphasize Donor Appreciation? Reasons to Say Thank You

    Why Emphasize Donor Appreciation? 5 Reasons to Say Thank You

    Thank you: two little words that have the power to strengthen your donor community, foster a reliable giving stream, and improve your nonprofit’s reputation. Read More

    19 Jan 2024

    Roger Devine

    These four interactive fundraising ideas will motivate students to get involved and help your school raise the funds needed to thrive.

    4 Interactive Fundraisers that Encourage Student Involvement

    Picture your school’s ideal fundraising campaign. Perhaps you put in the work to organize an auction fundraiser, and your students are excited about the event.... Read More

    01 Dec 2023

    Roger Devine

    Learn more about how you can use fundraising events and initiatives to strengthen your association’s sense of community.

    How to Strengthen Community Within Your Association

    As an association leader, you know that building a sense of community within your organization is an essential, yet challenging, part of running a successful... Read More

    20 Oct 2023

    Roger Devine

    A fundraiser uses a calculator to determine their school’s upcoming auction budget.

    Setting Your Fundraising Auction Budget

    As the old adage goes, schools need to spend money to raise money. Read More

    21 Sep 2023

    Roger Devine

    In this guide, we will review the basics of silent auction rules and show you how to implement them in your next auction event.

    School Auction Planning: 4 Ways to Engage Your Community

    Our software elevates your silent auction Start Your Free Trial! Read More

    23 May 2023

    Roger Devine

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    68 Fun Themes for Your Fundraising Gala

    Fundraising auctions are about raising money, of course. That’s the primary mission. But you can raise money a bunch of different ways, and if you’re... Read More

    05 May 2023

    Roger Devine

    Explore these three tools that parent volunteers can use to host your school’s next virtual fundraiser.

    3 Tools for Parent Volunteers Hosting Virtual Fundraisers

    It’s no mystery that students’ parents are busy and virtual tools have made online events easier than ever to host. However, running a virtual event... Read More

    28 Apr 2023

    Roger Devine

    In this guide, we will review the basics of silent auction rules and show you how to implement them in your next auction event.

    Mastering Silent Auction Rules: The Essential Guide

    Silent auctions are effective fundraising sources and lots of fun for attendees. When run successfully, either online or in-person, they can create memorable experiences and... Read More

    04 Apr 2023

    Roger Devine

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    How Does a Silent Auction Work? A Quick Start Guide

    Introducing the most popular auction type: the silent auction. Schools and volunteer-run organizations rely on silent auctions to generate funds to support their missions. Because... Read More

    23 Mar 2023

    Roger Devine

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