Elevate Your Event

After playing many different roles within the nonprofit world, Carly Euler now serves as the marketing manager at Memory Fox. Memory Fox is a technology platform that helps nonprofits collect impact stories directly from the community and use them to meet their goals. While these goals are typically to raise more funds for the organization, Memory Fox helps clients think outside the box to use vid...

Jessica King is dedicated to helping nonprofits expand the reach of their mission by maximizing their marketing. She works for Getting Attention, an organization that uses optimal strategies for managing Google’s Ad Grant for nonprofits. From determining eligibility to applying and setting up campaigns, Getting Attention does it all for those working diligently to promote important causes. They he...

The objective at most events is to make as much money as possible for the represented cause or organization. For this reason, coordinators must prioritize the donors’ experience over anything else. Several factors can lead to donor fatigue, which can negatively impact the overall success of the event. Some pitfalls to avoid are hosting an auction that runs too long and asking for financial transac...

Katherine Lacefield combines her gifts for strategic fundraising with her love for philanthropy, especially animal organizations. Founder of Just Be Cause consulting, she helps nonprofits weave intentional fundraising into their culture and everyday operations. In this way, she helps those with big hearts for vulnerable populations ensure financial stability and develop efficient fundraising. The...

It’s 2023 and time to upgrade your donors’ bidding experience! In the past, event coordinators used paper bid sheets for each item. But as mobile bidding apps continue to improve their efficiency and effectiveness, the team at Handbid discuss a variety of reasons paper actually decreases revenue at auction events. While mobile bidding allows for real-time updates on items, establishes fairness and...

In the newly saturated market of mobile bidding software, it can be overwhelming to find a company that is the right fit for your event. The success of any event hinges on several specific factors of which the average person might not be aware. The team from Handbid wants to empower you to ask the right questions so that there are no surprises or regrets when it comes to your decision. Straight fr...

If you're tired of auctioning off Uncle John's cabin at your charity event for the 10th year in a row and you're looking for something new, this podcast episode is for you. Jason Champion from Winspire teaches us how consignment items can add value and excitement to your nonprofit auction. Further legitimize your auction and make your donors want to get their pocketbooks ready! Listen to this epis...

We are thrilled to present to you a power-packed episode of our podcast that explores the latest trends and strategies in fundraising for 2024.  In this replay of the NXUnite panel discussion, we delve deep into the world of event prep strategies for fundraising events. This was an engaging conversation led by an exceptional lineup of moderators and panelists who are experts in their field. Togeth...

We all want that autographed baseball or guitar signed by our favorite athlete or celebrity in our silent auction. There's no doubt that they are hot auction items to add to your next fundraiser. However, it's important to make sure that the item you've received - or in some cases, bought and paid for yourself - is actually authentic. ‍ Today's guest, Ray Schulte, is an expert in authentication an...

We're taking questions from you - our listener! We're covering seating arrangements, the logistics of a paddle raise (including what color your paddle should NOT be), and is "free" event software really free?    We want to hear from you! Please send us an email at hello@handbid.com with your questions, and we might read yours on the podcast.   Find out how Handbid can help you dazzle your guests a...

In this episode, we sit down with Shawn Olds, co-founder and CEO of BoodleAi, to explore how artificial intelligence can revolutionize your fundraising efforts. Shawn shares his insights on how nonprofits can leverage AI to better understand and engage with donors, as well as how it can help to streamline fundraising processes and increase efficiency. This episode is a must-listen. Tune in now to...

Logan Foote, from Golf Status, shares his expertise on how to elevate your charity golf tournament. Logan discusses the importance of creating a memorable experience for golfers and sponsors, and shares practical tips on how to raise more money and communicate your mission to your golfers. Additionally, Logan offers insights on how technology can enhance the golf tournament experience. He even wei...

Learn how to attract more attendees and donations to your fundraising event by engaging them through the power of storytelling. Join our conversation with story expert Danny Peavey to discover effective strategies for positioning your event and mission.   Let Handbid help you raise more money and smash your fundraising event goals! Visit handbid.com/talk-to-us to learn more.

We’re diving into the critical topic of budgeting for fundraising events. Whether you're planning a large gala or a small community fundraiser, it's essential to have a clear understanding of where your money is going and how you can maximize your return on investment. We break down the major costs of fundraising events, highlighting where you should expect to spend the most money and identifying...

We sat down with philanthropy coach Hannah Berger to discuss how to take your donors to the next level of engagement through events.    Hannah brings 20 years of progressive experience and fundraising success to her consulting and coaching practice. Hannah enjoys creating and facilitating "big Aha!" learning opportunities for fundraising professionals and nonprofit executive leaders.   Hannah shar...

In this podcast episode, the team covers common questions they get related to event management; including check-in and collecting information from VIPs. They cover the concept of a tiered check-in, and whether or not to have name tags at your registration table. They also discuss what a solutions table is, and how it can be exponentially beneficial to the successful execution of your fundraising e...

http://In this episode we're joined by Liz Scull who shares her success story of increasing fundraising dollars by switching to mobile bidding. We'll discuss the benefits of using technology at your fundraising events and how it can enhance the guest experience. We'll also provide tips on how to convince your board that technology is a worthwhile investment for your organization. Don't miss out on...

So many moving parts have to come together for one night to make a fundraising event successful. But these events can be unpredictable, and sometimes things don't go as planned. In fact, you should plan for things to go wrong at your event. Even though there will be mishaps, your event does not have to be a total failure. In today’s episode, the team shares about when things went totally wrong at...

One of the most common questions we get is about the event check-in process, which we are no strangers to. Check-in is part of the first impression and sets the stage for your guests, so it needs to be smooth and efficient. In this episode, we discuss the goals, setup, volunteer positions, and tactics to keep your event check-in line moving quickly and effectively. ‍ Let Handbid help you make chec...

In this episode, attorney Ed Chanskey helps us dive into the laws and guidelines for nonprofits to run raffles at their events. Raffles can be a popular fundraising tool for nonprofits, but there are important legal considerations to keep in mind. Ed spells out the elements of an illegal lottery and discusses how nonprofits can stay compliant with regulations while running successful raffles. From...

Our own CEO, Jeff Porter, spoke on a panel recently hosted by NXUnite called, “Engaged in Education: Community Engagement Strategies for Schools." Today's episode is the replay of that lively discussion!  The panelists are experts in their field, and offer great advice about how to get your school community more involved in your efforts. NXUnite connects leaders in the mission-driven space with th...

The stress of trying to run a successful event, along with the anxiety of choosing the proper caterers or planning the menu for your event can be overwhelming. In this episode, Brandon Cant, a professional caterer and owner of Coast2Coast Caterers joins us to share his food and communication tips for hosting a memorable event.   The Elevate Your Event Podcast is powered by Handbid. Learn more at h...

If you want to increase your donations in one night, you need to know how to use effective strategies that keep your audience’s attention and engage them in meaningful ways. In this episode of Elevate Your Event, we have Benefit Auctioneer Specialist, Dean Crownover to talk about 3 proven event strategies that will help you increase your donations while entertaining your audience.  Dean Crownover,...

Volunteers are the backbone of any successful fundraiser event. Without them, you would probably run around like a chicken with its head cut off if you could execute the event at all.  In today’s episode, we’re talking about effective ways to recruit, train and most importantly, THANK your volunteers so that your event runs smoothly and you have a faithful and capable group of people to help you r...

There are many ways to raise money at your event, whether you have a silent auction or not. Today the team talks about creative ways to boost your fundraising that will give your guests something fun to do and raise even more money for your cause. Let Handbid help you get the most out of your event! We can help you with everything we talk about in this episode, and more. Talk to us: Handbid.com/ta...