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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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Have Some Fun! The Importance of Engaging with Sponsors at your Virtual Events

AmFund

Jul 31, 2020
4 min

Have Some Fun! The Importance of Engaging with Sponsors at your Virtual Events

Virtual Fundraising Events offer just as many sponsorship opportunities as in-person events (maybe even more)!

5 Ways to Improve your Pre-Virtual Event Marketing Efforts

AmFund

Jul 8, 2020
3 min

5 Ways to Improve your Pre-Virtual Event Marketing Efforts

Here are five of the most effective marketing methods that you can utilize among your pre-event efforts.

Thinking Forward: Developing a Plan to Reopen in a Changing World

AmFund

Jun 4, 2020
3 min

Thinking Forward: Developing a Plan to Reopen in a Changing World

As always, we hope that everyone continues to stay safe and healthy during these difficult times. As the weeks go on, non-profit...

AmFund

May 13, 2020
3 min

Get Creative with your Virtual Events

Nonprofits all across the country are turning to virtual fundraising events to help get them through these difficult times. Get creative!

5 Ways To Remotely Grow Your Nonprofit’s Following

AmFund

Apr 29, 2020
3 min

5 Ways To Remotely Grow Your Nonprofit’s Following

As always, we want to start things off by wishing everyone safe and well during this difficult time. As social distancing continues...

AmFund

Apr 15, 2020
1 min

Our Latest Blog is Live

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AmFund

Apr 15, 2020
4 min

Transitioning to a Remote Workforce

For those who are new to this setup, working remotely on a full-time basis can certainly have its challenges.

AmFund

Apr 8, 2020
1 min

Our Latest Blog is Live

Click here to read our latest blog.

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