How to Host a Virtual Event or Fundraiser

How to Host a Virtual Event or Fundraiser

During the pandemic the world shifted. Organizations had to rethink the way they fundraised, hosted events (if they even did), and utilized volunteers. Due to the economic climate, some companies or individuals saw a need to pull back their annual contributions. We...
5 Tips for Creating A Successful Fundraising Campaign in Higher Education

5 Tips for Creating A Successful Fundraising Campaign in Higher Education

Photo credit: Burst I remember it like it was yesterday – when I received my first project in fundraising as a social media professional. Giving Tuesday was three months away. My boss asked if I could create a campaign to drive donations and awareness about getting...
Why Social Media is an Essential Tool for Fundraising Professionals

Why Social Media is an Essential Tool for Fundraising Professionals

I often hear nonprofit fundraising professionals advize one another to avoid connecting with donors on social media. In my opinion, this is terrible advice! A misconception about fundraising is that it’s all about asking for money. Those of us trained and working in...