As the mood-maker of your event, your auctioneer sets the tone and encourages your audience to participate in your live auction and bid as much as possible. Hiring a great auctioneer can bring you across the finish line for your fundraising goals, but how do you find the best fit for the role? Take a […] The post Hiring a Nonprofit Event Auctioneer: An Essential FAQ Guide appeared first on Crowd101 ..read more

Any nonprofit can start securing more funding through grant writing. A little introductory know-how plus hands-on practice will start you off on the right foot and can generate your first wins. However, to make grant writing a sustained (and high-ROI) revenue source for your programs and projects, you’ll need to devote time and resources to […] The post Choosing the Right Grant Writing Training: 4 Factors appeared first on Crowd101 ..read more

While most gifts to your annual fund are likely to be immediate gifts made through credit cards, checks, or bank transfers, during a capital campaign, some donors might want to make non-cash gifts. In fact, many campaign donors commit to the full amount of their gift but agree to a payment schedule spread out over […] The post Non-Cash Gifts to Tell Capital Campaign Donors About appeared first on Crowd101 ..read more

Planning a fundraising event can be stressful. There are a lot of variables your team needs to manage to advertise the event, keep guests engaged, and follow through effectively. However, you don’t have to go it alone. Fundraising event software can provide the support you need to plan and execute your event from start to […] The post Fundraising Event Management: 5 Key Software Considerations  appeared first on Crowd101 ..read more

For nonprofits like yours, event gamification is a powerful tool to boost participation, encourage learning, and even raise more funds. Whether you’re hosting an in-person clothing drive or a volunteer appreciation event, gamification can transform the experience for everyone involved. In this guide, we’ll discuss what event gamification is, how it can benefit your organization, […] The post What Is Event Gamification? A Quick Guide for Nonprofits appeared first on Crowd101 ..read more

Your nonprofit organization might be used to recruiting and training volunteers, but finding the right paid team member requires a different approach. Rather than accepting all individuals who are simply passionate about your cause, your team will need to take a critical look at each candidate to find someone with the skills and mindset to […] The post Navigating Remote Recruitment for Fundraising Roles: 4 Tips appeared first on Crowd101 ..read more

All nonprofits aim to host engaging events that generate a positive impact on their mission, whether that’s through inspiring donations, recruiting volunteers, or increasing program awareness. However, even the most experienced nonprofit professional needs event idea inspiration now and then. If you’re looking for a creative and unique idea to host for your nonprofit, consider […] The post 4 Clothing-Related Events to Host for Your Nonprofit appeared first on Crowd101 ..read more

All organizations want to stand out within their respective verticals—nonprofits want to show why they deserve donations to fuel their work, zoos and aquariums want to establish themselves as the premier animal education and research organizations, and businesses want to prove that their products or services are the best. With 33.3 million small businesses in […] The post 3 Tips to Stand Out When Starting Your Small Business appeared first on Crowd101 ..read more

It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season once fall rolls around. From holiday shopping to endless gatherings with friends and family, there always seems to be too much to do and not enough time to do it. However, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving is a holiday that encourages […] The post Raise More With These 4 GivingTuesday Ideas for Nonprofits appeared first on Crowd101 ..read more

As a nonprofit professional, you’re likely familiar with the main benefit of your organization’s 501(c)(3) status: exemption from federal income tax. Upon establishing your nonprofit, the founders filed Form 1023 with the IRS to register it as a charitable organization that would be tax-exempt for its entire existence—as long as it maintained compliance with nonprofit […] The post 4 Tips for Filing Nonprofit Tax Returns With Confidence appeared first on Crowd101 ..read more