News & Blog | amfund

Apr 8
3 min

The Psychology Behind the Bid: Getting Inside the Mind of Your Silent Auction Bidders

Our last blog How to Write an Effective Auction Item Description outlined the mechanics of writing a description that truly “sells”. To...

Use Your Words: Tips For Writing Virtual Auction Item Descriptions

AmFund

Mar 22
4 min

Use Your Words: Tips For Writing Virtual Auction Item Descriptions

As we all continue to adapt to the virtual world of fundraising, one of the main goals of this blog will be centered around the continual...

Act Now! The Importance of Urgency at Silent Auctions

AmFund

Mar 5
2 min

Act Now! The Importance of Urgency at Silent Auctions

Urgency can make the difference between just reaching the starting bids versus encouraging your donors to competitively bid up your items.

AmFund

Feb 25
5 min

From Heart Attack to Heart Warming

Celebrating Heart Month often gets personal and real. It did for the family of Cody Chambers and for the American Fundraising Foundation.

QR Codes: How To Utilize Them Before, During and After Your Fundraising Event

AmFund

Feb 18
4 min

QR Codes: How To Utilize Them Before, During and After Your Fundraising Event

QR Codes: How To Utilize Them Before, During, and After Your Fundraising Event If your organization hasn’t utilized QR codes yet, now is...

The Ingredients of a Perfect Introduction Video

AmFund

Feb 9
4 min

The Ingredients of a Perfect Introduction Video

Learn tips and tricks to help your non-profit organization produce high-quality video content that will better connect with your audience.

AmFund

Feb 1
3 min

For Immediate Release

MEDIA ALERT - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE American Fundraising Foundation Distributes Over $750,000 in Unrestricted Funds to Support Nonprofits...

Marketing How-to Series: Social Media Scheduling Tools- What Are They and Why You Need Them.

AmFund

Jan 26
4 min

Marketing How-to Series: Social Media Scheduling Tools- What Are They and Why You Need Them.

A social media scheduler is an automation tool that helps you schedule posts across multiple social media accounts ahead of time.

AmFund

Jan 14
1 min

First Fundraising Event of the Year!

This past weekend we were honored to support EmpowHerment at their “Black Mask” (the new black tie) gala of 2021. This incredible...

AmFund

Jan 12
3 min

For Immediate Release

MAITLAND, Fla. (January 12, 2021) – The American Fundraising Foundation (AmFund) has announced 17 Golden Pear Award recipients.

AmFund

Jan 7
5 min

2021: AmFund’s Worst Dates to Hold a Fundraiser

It’s that time of year again! We break down the upcoming year to help you plan your 2021 fundraising events on the best possible dates.

6 Critical Questions to Ask Yourself When Performing a Social Media Health Check

AmFund

Dec 10, 2020
5 min

6 Critical Questions to Ask Yourself When Performing a Social Media Health Check

Your answers will give you an idea of where your organization’s social media health stands today.

American Fundraising Foundation Partners with Auction Frogs to Launch New VIP Auction Platform

AmFund

Nov 19, 2020
2 min

American Fundraising Foundation Partners with Auction Frogs to Launch New VIP Auction Platform

The American Fundraising Foundation (AmFund) has launched a new electronic bidding platform, called AmFund VIP.

AmFund

Nov 10, 2020
3 min

AmFund has Donated Over $658k to Nonprofits for Veterans Support

American Fundraising Foundation Has Donated Over $556K to Nonprofits for Veterans Support

AmFund

Oct 29, 2020
3 min

AmFund Has Donated Over $1.3 Million to Nonprofits for Breast Cancer Support

In honor and recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, AmFund is proud to announce it has donated over $1.3 Million.

The Perfect Pivot-Momentum Nonprofit Partners

AmFund

Oct 28, 2020
1 min

The Perfect Pivot-Momentum Nonprofit Partners

This special presentation hosted by AmFund and Momentum Nonprofit Partners on October 14th, 2020 has been recorded for your viewing...

Grant Applications and New Funding Opportunities to Support Nonprofits Now Open Online

AmFund

Oct 27, 2020
2 min

Grant Applications and New Funding Opportunities to Support Nonprofits Now Open Online

Grant applications are now being accepted by the American Fundraising Foundation (AmFund) for unrestricted funding. Applications will be acc

Virtual Event Management: The Importance of The “Know Before You Go” Document

AmFund

Oct 22, 2020
3 min

Virtual Event Management: The Importance of The “Know Before You Go” Document

This document is a clear set of instructions that nonprofit organizations should publish to their audience before the virtual event.

AmFund

Oct 20, 2020
3 min

For Immediate Release

MEDIA ALERT – RELEASE DATE: October 20, 2020 AmFund Announces Call for Applications for New Funding Opportunities to Support Nonprofits...

A Checklist Guide to Help you Choose the Right Mobile Bidding Platform

AmFund

Oct 13, 2020
3 min

A Checklist Guide to Help you Choose the Right Mobile Bidding Platform

Use this checklist to help you decide on the mobile bidding platform that is best for your organization.

AmFund

Oct 1, 2020
1 min

Nonprofit Learning Lab and AmFund Present: Storytelling and Marketing Webinar

AmFund's Chief Operating Officer, Deborah Marshall, and Director of Strategic Initiatives, Kalley Dunn, are honored to present this...

AmFund

Sep 22, 2020
1 min

"You Night" Royal Celebration 2020

It is so great to see organizations embracing the new normal! Our auction table may feature some new elements like hand sanitizer and...

AmFund

Aug 19, 2020
3 min

Immediate Release

MEDIA ALERT - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE American Fundraising Foundation Announces Golden Pear Award Recipients MAITLAND, Fla. (August 20,...

Thinking Outside the Box: Finding New Ways For Your Supporters To Help

AmFund

Aug 12, 2020
4 min

Thinking Outside the Box: Finding New Ways For Your Supporters To Help

The year 2020 has been one of the most challenging in recent memory for many. From a personal standpoint, we’ve all seen our daily lives...

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