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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...
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AmFund
- Mar 22, 2021
- 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...
AmFund
- Mar 5, 2021
- 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 18, 2021
- 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...
AmFund
- Feb 9, 2021
- 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 26, 2021
- 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 7, 2021
- 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.
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
- 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
- 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.
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...
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
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 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
- 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.
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!
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
- 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 6, 2020
- 4 min
5 Tips to Maximize Your Mobile Bidding Efforts
Mobile Bid has become utilized more than ever as nonprofits turn to virtual events in response to the current social distancing ordinances.
AmFund
- Mar 30, 2020
- 3 min
Working with Vendors During these Unprecedented Times
Our focus remains on helping your nonprofit make the best decisions and continue to raise funds during these unprecedented times.