Passion, People & Purpose: Add Impact to Your Special Events to Foster Meaningful Relationships

This session will walk you through the importance of tying every fundraising event detail back to the people. We all know that fundraising is about building relationships, but did you know that every detail of your event can help foster deeper connections with your supporters?

So, what about the details? From live and silent auctions to mobile bidding, raffles and fund-a-need, utilize the intricate strengths of each of your fundraising professionals and volunteers to plan and implement events that raise more money, build better awareness for your cause, and leave your attendees wanting to come back.

We will also dive into sponsor engagement and why it is vital to the success of your event. Learn how to make your sponsors feel valued from the time you ask for their support to the time you say ‘thank you’ post-event. And lastly, learn how to fundraise, and friend-raise, through the use of genuine speakers that ignite passion and stories that tug on the heart strings.

Key Takeaways:

• Explore new event ideas to build better engagement.
• Cultivate better sponsor and attendee relationships through attention to detail.
• Be intentional in thanking and stewarding your donors.
• Learn to think creatively when choosing speakers and stories of impact.