VivaQA: Increasing Effectiveness of a Fund-In-Need
Welcome to week 3 of Vivanista’s Question Session! We’ve sifted through your inquiries and chose the following question for our founder, Layne Gray, to answer.
The Psychology of Fundraising
There’s a lot of buzz these days around using social media to reach supporters and get the word out about the important work that we do. There is an abundance of advice and resources out there for leveraging these tools, and it goes without saying that if you aren’t using the latest and greatest techno … Continue Reading
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Viva QA: Taking Social Media to the Next Level
The Question Session continues! Thank you for sending in such thought-provoking, challenging questions. We sifted through your inquiries and chose the following question for our founder, Layne Gray, to answer.
Sizzling Summer Selections
The Dog Days of summer are upon us, which gives hardworking philanthropists yet another reason to slow down and curl up with a good book. Here’s Vivanista’s summer reading list—our top picks in each of six categories that will impact your view of fundraising. Auctions Fundraising Auction Secrets by Michael Ivankovich This great go-to handbook … Continue Reading
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Vivanista Question Session
Have you ever wanted to ask our CEO and founder, Layne Gray a question? Well, now’s your chance!
Insurance for Your Benefit Auction Ain’t a Bad Idea
Last year, a 2010 Harley-Davidson Sportster motorcycle was stolen. The bike was painted pink and signed by a number of country music stars, such as Dolly Parton, Tim McGraw, and Taylor Swift.
Fundraising Forum: Cell Phone Donations?
Ever have a question that you have noone to ask? Come to Vivanista to ask any question about charitable fundraising, specifically, or the philanthropic lifestyle, in general.
Looking Ahead, 2011 Trends in Benefit Auctions
Trends in benefit auctions do exist, though it takes longer for some ideas to gain ground. But having attended ~50 benefit auctions this year and consulted for dozens more, I’m noticing some ideas growing in popularity. Some trends are related to raising money; others aren’t. So with that, let’s cover the top five benefit auction trends for 2011.
Giving Circles: Together We Make a Masterpiece
Giving circles, an increasingly popular type of charitable group, allow members to pool their funds in support of a common cause, while enjoying each other’s company.
Webinar Video: Growing a Fundraiser Beyond Your Community
This webinar will provide an insider’s look at producing multi-city fundraisers for one Nonprofit throughout the year. Caterina Schwab, VP, California, for BuildOn will address the similarities and differences between the fundraisers BuildOn holds in San Francisco, Chicago and New York City.
Featured Party For A Purpose: Cupcake Wars
