Fundraiser Solutions Hosted By John John Genovese

Asking for money does not a fundraiser make. A peddler, or beggar perhaps, but not a fundraising professional. John John explains in detail some of his biggest complaints with those who are not using proper electronic media etiquette. We don't have to be int he ballroom for gala or dressed up for the charity event to bring good manners and best practices for donor development to our every day activities. 

John John Talks to Jeff Rasley the founder of the Basa Village Foundation about fundraising and structure to his non profit organization. Working project to project not year to year goals are best because it results in keeping everything the organization does centered on the cause at all times. Can you restructure your organization, or even look at things with a different take and perspective than before? This podcast is for you!

Ringmen, ringpersons, bid spotters, bid assistants, auctioneer assistants. It doesn't really matter what you call them, but when fundraising or conducting a fundraiser auction, it does matter what they do. Don't let you charity gala or event get short-changed by spending too little. nonprofit balls everywhere need the help, this round table discussion talks about tips and pitfalls both. 

Christie King talks with John John about paddle raiser, special appeal, fund-a-need best practises as well as benefit auction improvements. The importance of using a professional fundraiser using consulting for the improvement of fundraising events and how a benefit auctioneer can help with donor cultivation throughout the year by sharing great information gathered from galas and nonprofit organizations from all over the country. 

Guest host Bobby D. Ehlert talks fundraising, gala events, fundraisers charity best practices and all things revenue enhancers.    Bobby D. Ehlert, BAS, CEO of Call to Auction CallToAuction.com facebook.com/calltoauction Twitter: @calltoauction youtube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCFr_xdf3kzBBSSf8LCPfXLQ   Let's Talk Revenue Enhancers Why do you need to have these at your event? Found Money Total Engagement Positive Donor Experience Fun! More Engagement, More Excitement, More Fun = More Money! What are some ideas? Heads and Tails High Low Mystery  Box Wine Pull Raffles 52 Card Raffle Fish Bowl Raffle Bling Raffle Scrip from Episode 9 Tip of the Show:  Blinky Lights!!!  Must have these and get them at http://www.flashingblinkylights.com/

John John and Lori Ames talk fundraising, philanthropy, nonprofts, charity and other issues in regards to the effects of fundraisers. Events help raise money and money in turn helps the cause to do what it does best. When the cause really does best, its not at the gala or the walk or any other fundraiser, it is when the organization is able to help someone. This episode helps to ground us by remembering why we do what we do. Why do we raise money? What is the cause and effect of what we do? see how it can turn into those who receive, giving back.  

John John continues his talk on revenue enhancers. Whether your fundraiser gala or event is looking for new and exciting ways to raise money or just to have some more fun you will like this episode. Charity non-profit events are always looking for something that will inspire giving and allow people to have a good time. And if you're looking for games and activities that don't necessarily involve the The on-stage persona such as the benefit auction near or some other a event that would cause everybody in the room to have to have their attention on stage the same place the same time the revenue enhancers John John talks about in this episode are going to be right up your alley. Fundraising has never been as fun as it is with these games and revenue enhancers. John John talks raffles, grab bags, balloon pops, wine pulls and golf games and how to make them work for non profit fundraising events. All things that can be done at any event and if you have the right one it can be done even better!

Zachary Krone is a benefit auctioneer who talks with John John about how passionate he is about what he does. Pre-production, planning and keeping fundraiser centric is just some the things that Zack recommends. He has done celebrity caliper events and large galas of 1200 people. He has also done dinner parties and small living room underwriter events. Zack does the big, and the small, and he shows us what he has found to be the common thread that ties them all together. All charity events need a good timeline as well so you can focus on the fund a need and the auction. It doesn't matter if you are holding a pancake breakfast, a golf tournament, a living room tea service, or a black tie gala, the goal of fundraising is to find the funds. How does a benefit auctioneer go beyond the auction call and manage the fundraiser in such a way that they can inspire giving. Charity and non-profit organizations everywhere have a core donor base and it is so important nurture the relationships. So how can we

Games, revenue enhancers, or gusts pleastries. Whatever you want to call them, fun activities that our guests and donors can take part in when attending a fundraiser event, gala or ball can not only be enjoyable, but can also lead to some great giving by those in attendence. John John talks about how the fundraising efforts can by improved, and advanced by sing some of these tips and suggestions when raising money for charity, or any nonprofit event. 

Is this your first time contemplating hosting a fundraiser? Is fundraising new to you? Have you forgotten the basics of what priortization, and planning you need to throw a gala, or some other event? Ayda Sanver talks with John John Genovese about how ready you are, or at least should be when throwing your event. Charity events are often under a tight budget, so these tips are some of the best practices you can have when deciding when, what or how to throw your event with or with out a live benefit auction. 

On a budget for your nonprofit fundraiser? need to make your event better with out hindering fundraising and all with keeping the focus on the charity? consider the first in our series in revenue enhancers on Scrip. Not script. Used in the silent auction or live auction, it is a great gift or prize for your raffle, games, or anything else. As a benefit auctioneer, john john sees the value in scrip. 

Bobby D. Ehlert and John John Genovese talk about event stacking your fundraiser Galas. Hitting up frequent donors at multiple fundraising events. As a benefit Auctioneer Specialist both Bobby D. and John John see the same guests sometimes weeks in a row. How does this effect monies raised? Can you make more money by having your event the week before? Listen as to experts talk about the dangers, and the benefits of chosing your ball's date more than a year in advance. What brings the most money when having a live auction with these guests? Is the charity what really matters?

Our budget can be the most difficult thing to manage when it comes to hosting a fundraiser. There are always incedentals and we are almost never ready. With all the optional decorations and expenses this podcast focuses on the things we should be spending money on. What is the return on investemnt when hosting a gala? this epsidoe will discuss who should get the money, and why. Are you paying too much on aspects you shouldn't? This can help you to prioritize to get the most out of our fundraising efforts. Don't forget the Benefit Auctioneer!

Guest Carl Carter is on the show talking about News Coverage. As a long time journalist he discusses how to get in the news, and how to get press attention. As a fundraiser, we know that our fundraising events live and die with awareness. So use the news to your advantage. Whether your event is a Gala, golf tournament, pancake breakfast, bake sale, or if you have a silent auction, or a live auction, use the press when appropriate. Carl talks about the best tips and tricks on how to work with the press, and not just get them to work for you. 

How much does where you have your event effect the money made, and the guest experience? John John Talks about why and how you should choose a venue, and also what mistakes could ruin your whole night. There is no reason to be misserible, or lose money using the basic factors in seletcing the the right venue. fundraisers shouldn't be fickle, They should be upbuilding. We shouldn't squeeze people into a mold if it makes them uncomfortable. When we talk charity, and fundraising, people need to feel appreiated, and united. 

Guest Toney Thornhill of A Higher Calling Benefit Auctions out of St. Louis Missouri talk about respecting your guest, and their time. the effects it has on the donations realized, and hoe the timeline of the event can be one of the most critical pats of the event. We also get to talk a bit about a paddler rsier, or live appeal. Asking for cash, and soe of the danger, and the benefits. 

LAST MINUTE ADDITION!   So I realized now that I have launched, you ned more than one episode every week. What was I thinking? Out of my comfort zone, and growing yours hopefully. This episode is the first of a weekly short and solo episode I will publish to be a companion to the interview podcasts each week.  So listen in and hear my opinon on live auctions and fundraiser events, and the excuses I hear most often.

John John interviews Marc Mawhinney. They talk about Marc's experience as a donor and participant in Gol Tournaments, and scheduled giving with Marc's previous Real Estate  Firm. Find out why Marc gave, and how he structured this giving from not only his own sales, but from the sales of all the agents in his firm. 

John John Interviews guest Christos Kirst who calls to mind his first run in with a non profit fundraiser event when he was a child, and some of his latest experiences. What does this candid conversation help you to realize you should change in your process? His story at a gala may make you think twice on how you treat strangers. 

John John Introduces himself, and talks about what you can expect with the upcoming episodes of Fundraiser Solutions. Get the background, and learn about the experience and history John John hasthat lead to his passion and love for the nonprofit world, and get excited about all the great epsiodes and guests to come!