Hey Non-Profits, Raise More Money!

Trevor and Jason are joined by guest Sam Staley, they discuss the impact of pre-event outreach, the psychology of donor engagement, and strategies for effective post-event follow-up. Listen in for valuable insights on how small tweaks in communication can lead to significant improvements in your fundraising.  More about Event.Gives To view all our incredible destinations here!⁠ Sign up for free coaching here! All our previous webinars and our podcast episodes are on our YouTube! If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bailey@hgafundraising.com

Trevor is joined by fundraising expert Sam Staley to discuss the top five must-haves for maximizing your fundraising events. Sam shares invaluable insights and practical tips to help nonprofits enhance their event planning and execution to raise more money effectively. Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠Bailey@hgafundraising.com

Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook TikTok Learn more about us! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠⁠ Curious if we are a good fit for your event? View our best sellers ⁠HERE!⁠ Let’s talk about fundraising! Sign up for free one-on-one coaching ⁠HERE!⁠ We're diving into the secrets of boosting your live auction results with a single item. Discover how offering an enticing trip can become a fundraising powerhouse by selling it multiple times. Trevor and Jason shares actionable tips and strategies to transform your auction event, ensuring you maximize donations and leave your supporters excited and engaged. Whether you're a seasoned fundraising veteran or new to fundraising events, this episode is packed with actionable insights and creative ideas to help you raise more money and make your next event a standout success. Tune in and transform your live auction strategy today!

Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook TikTok Learn more about us! ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ Curious if we are a good fit for your event? View our best sellers HERE! Let’s talk about fundraising! Sign up for free one-on-one coaching HERE! In this episode of Hey Non-Profits, Raise More Money!, we delve into the crucial distinction between taking bold actions and taking actual risks in the world of nonprofit fundraising. Are you hesitant to ask your donors for more support? Do you find yourself holding back due to fear of rejection or failure? Join us as we explore strategies to overcome these fears and learn why the key to successful fundraising starts with you. Discover how to balance bold moves with calculated risks to amplify your organization's impact and achieve your fundraising goals. Tune in for actionable insights and tips that will empower you to confidently ask for what your nonprofit truly needs. If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠Bailey@hgafundraising.com Timestamps: 0:00 Intro  0:35 It’s about risk 1:05 Sometimes you gotta just go for it 1:23 there’s a difference between doing some risky & taking a risk  1:58 Cautiously optimistic  2:29 I call it testing  2:46 Try  3:29 Software at events  4:30 Risk with implementing software at events  5:17 Associating risk with a cost  5:43 The fear of change  7:03 Ask for more money  9:05 Fear of asking for more money  9:37 Trevor was a professional athlete  10:56 Work before the race  11:56 I decided i was going to win  13:05 Maybe it’s time to go for it  13:38 You got nothing to lose  14:14 I just decided to ask  14:48 We’re capable of so much  15:53 We lie to ourselves  16:54 The person that has to make the change is you  17:52 Life is long  18:43 If you don’t go for it, there’s no guarantee it’s gonna be there next year  19:28 People want to do something  20:16 They want you to ask  20:45 They want people to engage them  22:23 People are calling us giving feedback  23:00 Outro

Join us as we explore how a well-crafted mission statement not only communicates your organization's purpose to the external world but also fosters cohesion and motivation among your team members. Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠Bailey@hgafundraising.com

We sit down with the remarkable Lance Kawaguchi. Lance shares his extraordinary journey of fundraising for cancer patients, touching on the heartwarming stories and challenges he encountered along the way. Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠Bailey@hgafundraising.com

Unlock the power of video for your non-profit's fundraising efforts! In this episode, we're joined by special guest Pat Taggart, founder of SkyBlue Creative, as we delve into why video is essential for your organization and share tips to overcome camera shyness. Get ready to shine on screen and raise more funds for your cause! SkyBlue Creatie Pat Taggart Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠production@happy2helppodcast.com⁠

Join Trevor and Jason on a reflective journey into the heart of fundraising in this special episode. We delve into the personal narratives that shaped Trevor and Jason's paths and the love they both share for the non-profit space. Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠production@happy2helppodcast.com⁠

We're joined by the esteemed Queen of Grants, who shares her journey into the world of grant writing and offers invaluable insights. Libby discusses how AI can be a useful tool in the grant application process. Tune in and discover how the convergence of human expertise and cutting-edge technology is reshaping the future of grant writing in the non-profit space. The Queen of Grant Grant Watch Grant Writer Team Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠production@happy2helppodcast.com⁠

Trevor and Jason explore the transformative power of focus within the realm of nonprofit work. Jason shares his personal word of the year, "focus," and delves into its profound significance in achieving organizational goals. Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠production@happy2helppodcast.com⁠

In this episode, we're uncovering the transformative power of software in the non-profit space. From donor management systems to online fundraising platforms, the arsenal of tools available today is unparalleled. But it's not just about the tools; it's about how you use them. We'll explore leveraging software to streamline processes, engage donors more effectively, and ultimately, raise more funds to fuel your missions. Email Morgan for more questions about software  Morgan@hgafundraising.com  Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠production@happy2helppodcast.com⁠

Join us as we discuss why measuring your organization's success against others can hinder growth, and how fostering consistency over talent can lead to lasting achievements. Our conversation emphasizes the journey of improvement and the irreplaceable value of staying committed. We also explore the impact of personal resilience, emphasizing why you should not tie rejection to your identity. Learn how saying 'no' doesn't define your worth, and discover the importance of patience as a form of self-care in your non-profit journey. . Get ready to reshape your perspective, elevate your fundraising game, and prioritize the patience needed for your own journey! Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠production@happy2helppodcast.com⁠

We delve into the essential strategies for maximizing volunteer and committees engagement within non-profit organizations. Volunteers and committees play a crucial role in driving the mission and impact of non-profits, yet effectively harnessing their potential can be a challenge. Join us with the expect Matt Ashley as we explore proven techniques and innovative approaches to engage, inspire, and empower volunteers and committee members. Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠Bailey@hgafundraising.com

In this episode, we delve into the art of successful pre-event fundraising, exploring key components like underwriting, securing sponsorships, and assembling the right individuals for a powerful impact. Tune in for expert insights, practical tips, and a deep dive into the three pillars that can take your fundraising efforts to new heights. Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠production@happy2helppodcast.com⁠

In this episode we dive deep into the world of fundraising with a special guest, Laurie Hochman, from Auctria. We uncover how little details can significantly impact donor engagement and support. Laurie shares valuable insights on why paying attention to every aspect of your event is key to creating lasting impressions and fostering long-term donor relationships. Laurie also provides expert insights into how good software can elevate your fundraiser not just for the event itself but for years to come. Auctria Auction Team Talk Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠production@happy2helppodcast.com⁠

Dive into the world of live auctions with us and special guest Jordan Campbell, exploring the vital role they play in fundraising and discovering expert tips from Jordan on maximizing their potential. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the fundraising game, this episode is packed with insights to elevate your live auctions and boost your events success.  Jordan Campbell Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at ⁠production@happy2helppodcast.com⁠

Join the dynamic duo as they break down why it's never too early to start strategizing. Get ready to supercharge your fundraising efforts and pave the way for a successful year. Follow us on social media! ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠HGAFundraising.com If you would like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out to us at production@happy2helppodcast.com

In this episode, join us for an enlightening conversation with David Wachs, the CEO and founder of HandWrytten, as we explore game-changing strategies for non-profits to boost their fundraising efforts. Discover the personalized touch of HandWrytten and how they can help with gratitude to donors, extend heartfelt event invitations, and provide impactful updates on donor contributions.  For more about Handwrytten Follow us on social media! ⁠ YouTube⁠ ⁠ Instagram⁠ ⁠ LinkedIn⁠ ⁠ HGAFundraising.com⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating! Reach out to production@happy2helppodcast.com for guest speaker inquiries. 

On today's episode, we delve into the art and science of successful fundraising with a special guest, Christian Scott, from LIFE Event Staffing. Covering everything from the profound impact of gratitude, the pivotal role of leadership and learning how LIFE Event Staffing can elevate your fundraising events to new heights. Learn more about LIFE Event Staffing Follow us on social media! ⁠ YouTube⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ LinkedIn⁠ ⁠ HGAFundraising.com

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