From dancing up a storm to logging in miles to being wowed by over-the-top auction packages, we know you’ve attended some pretty spectacular events this past year, right? But was there that one event that really put the FUN back into ‘FUNdraising’? It not only created unforgettable memories for guests, but also brought in more … Continue Reading
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There’s a lot of planning, organizing and overseeing that goes into making stellar fundraisers. Creating budgets, setting up timelines, finding sponsors, choosing locations, and managing a committee full of volunteers are all in a day’s work for event chairs. But this event chair has truly been a powerhouse that made everything come together, regardless of … Continue Reading
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Find out why you need to brand your organization from this corporate panel, including Yelp co-founder Nish Nadaraja, who is well respected as a true branding guru. Find out what makes your nonprofit board successful from Kay Sprinkel Grace, author, well-respected consultant and international speaker on the topic of board development. Follow Darian Rodriguez Heyman, … Continue Reading
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We’re excitited to announce our latest addition to the Fundraising Summit speaker lineup: visionary Darian Rodriguez Heyman. Heyman previously did work as the Craigslist Foundation’s Executive Director, seeking to improve the entire nonprofit sector. Now, he tours the country, speaking about the benefits and uses for social media in his conference series “Social Media for … Continue Reading
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VIVANISTA TO HOST FIRST OF ITS KIND CHARITABLE FUNDRAISING SUMMIT On November 10-12, 2011, The Vivanista Fundraising Summit brings together 300+ volunteers, leaders, field experts and nonprofit professionals for three days to learn and exchange best practices in creative, effective fundraising. Summit speakers will address a variety of relevant topics in a series of short … Continue Reading
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It can, at first, be quite startling. You’re minding your own business, making your way down a busy sidewalk or strolling through the mall, when people around you start acting weird…they’re dancing and singing, meditating en masse, or perhaps even having a public pillow fight. You’ve found yourself in the middle of a flash mob, … Continue Reading
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Vivanista recently caught up with Nadine Weil, the founder of NPO: Heart of Green, VP of Special Projects at Eco-Fabulous, and eco-chic event co-chair to learn more about her upcoming fashion fundraiser: Gorgeous & Green, and the cause it supports: Global Green USA.
Vivanista recently sat down with event chair, and film maker, Ariane Von Kamp to learn more about her upcoming fundraiser, Fur Feather and Fin Gala, and the cause it supports, The Endangered Habitats League.
Thon fundraisers (walkathons, marathons, dance-a-thons, etc.) are one of the most common ways to raise money and awareness for a cause. But with all of the time, money, and effort that goes into producing them, are thon fundraisers really worth it?
Excitement has been building for the San Francisco Opera’s gala to celebrate the opening of Aida. But before the big night, we wanted to step back and appreciate the opera’s history. See
