Give Recognition Where It’s Due!
Remember when you got that trophy in 6th grade for winning the class debate tournament? It’s kind of like that, except better.
Learn more about the VivaBrite Awards and nominate before October 31st »
Just one of the many great suggestions for overcoming objections of Corporate sponsorship.
The philanthropic dictionary is chock full of terms relevant to charitable fundraising. Vivanista took on the challenge of providing explanations for each applicable term.
A is for Advocacy, B is for Benefactor and C is for Charity!
Black Tie- Formal clothing for a fundraising event, such as a gala. Men wear tuxes (penguin tails and all) while women are required to be as uncomfortable as humanly possible, though corsets and smelling salts are no longer necessary. While usually floor length gowns are the most appropriate for galas, edgy fashionistas such as Sarah Jessica Parker and Madonna have been known to show up in shorter, cocktail length dresses, paving the way for perhaps a more casual definition of black tie. Heels are not optional.
[The Case Foundation] Vivanista is on a mission to make fundraising easy
What’s a Vivanista exactly? It sounds like a woman’s name, but it’s actually an anagram for the different characteristics that represent this organization that supports causes through fundraising and event best practices.
Source: vranizan
Power In Numbers: Causes Empowers Collaborative Fundrasing
The interactions on Causes are built on a foundation of the personal connection that all philanthropists understand: “In many ways, this is a great start–a referral from a close contact can be the best way to start taking action.” Then, working as a partner in each user’s activism.
Fundraising: The Best of the Worst
What do you get when a bunch of seasoned fundraising pros sit down for an evening to have a little Twitter chat about WORST practices? Believe this: it was a steam valve that needed to release a little pressure! Vivanista founder Layne Gray got to tweet and eavesdrop on the best of the worst of what happens in fundraising, and we’ve collected the most enlightening bits for you here. These are actual #fundchat tweets, edited only for clarity, presented here for your entertainment and astonishment. For some, just be sure you don’t have a mouthful of liquid when you read them.
Who’s the Most Generous?
Did you know that 89% of US households give to charity with the average contribution being $1,620. The largest private foundation for giving is the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation while the largest corporate grant maker is the Bank of America Charitable Foundation. All in all Americans like to give and are pretty generous in their giving read on to find out more about the biggest givers.
Vivanista and Eventbrite have teamed up to honor unique fundraising campaigns and the volunteers who helped make them successful.
The VivaBrite Awards will be determined by your nominations and votes. Bring awareness to an individual, team or organization you think deserves recognition for their contribution to charitable fundraising.
“We work with so many nonprofit organizations that produce spectacular events we want other volunteers to learn new and unique fundraising techniques from their peers.”
- Layne Gray, Vivanista Founder and CEO
The Categories Include:
Best Fundraising Event —This event left attendees feeling like they experienced something truly memorable, while at the same time fulfilling the financial and community-building goals of the host organization.
Best Use of Social Media —This team leveraged the various online social networks most impactfully, in order to drive attendees to their event and raise the visibility of the host organization.
Best Corporate Sponsor —This corporate supporter deomonstrated a deep commitment to the philanthropic mission of their nonprofit partner, and contributed more than monetary assistance.
Event Chair of the Year —This individual demonstrated leadership in both his or her dedication to the mission of a nonprofit organization as well as the creation of a unique event that was successful at raising money and building a community of donors and supporters.
Best Party for a Purpose —This fundraiser was more than a good time—it elevated attendees’ social consciousness and inspired them to be more aware of the host organization’s overall mission.
“At Eventbrite, we want to highlight how powerful events can be when raising money or awareness for a cause—even if an organization is tight on budget and short on staff. Already we’ve helped nonprofit organizations of every size and type raise over $56 million on our platform. We’re thrilled to partner with Vivanista to celebrate the most creative and successful events within the nonprofit community with the VivaBrite Awards.”
- Julia Hartz, Co-Founder and President
Nominations are now open through October 17th. The VivaBrites Awards will be presented the evening of November 11th on the second day of the Vivanista Fundraising Summit.
[VolunteerMatch] Vivanista Summit Will Teach Fundraising Skills to America’s Volunteers (And Nonprofits Too)
One of the most interesting things about the Summit – and Vivanista overall – is its audience crossover. While volunteer fundraisers and organizers will make up the larger portion of attendees, nonprofit workers will also strongly represent, making the Summit one of the few events in the year that recognize how much overlap there is between the needs and goals of determined volunteers and the needs and goals of those who work daily at nonprofits.
