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"You [Nonprofits] are positioning yourself in a competitive environment, making sure donors know who you are and what you do, so it's cultivation and stewardship of donors and safeguarding and interpreting your brand for the public."
-Communication Key to Recession Fundraising, Philanthropy Journal, 1/15/09 |
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Our Approach
Elisabeth Events takes a holistic view of fundraising, and customizes your special event strategy to fit within your overall development strategy. Special events are not only an opportunity to raise funds, they allow your organization to energize key stakeholders and cultivate relationships with potential supporters. With extensive experience in event marketing, branding, and fundraising, Elisabeth Events will maximize the impact of your event, whether it is a large benefit gala, major donor cultivation luncheon, or a new initiative such as a young professionals benefit.
Each fundraising event package is customized based on the needs and goals of the organization. If you are seeking an event consultant for a specific event or are curious about how to introduce special events into your current development strategy, we invite you to engage in a complimentary consultation by contacting lisa@elisabethevents.com. |
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| Elisabeth Events’ capabilities include but are not limited to the following: |
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FUNDRAISING EVENT STRATEGY |
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- Analysis of existing fundraising event strategy
- Event concept development
- Recommendations on types of fundraising events, target donors, potential sponsors, and event budget |
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COMPREHENSIVE EVENT MANAGEMENT |
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- Vendor and contract negotiation and management
- Benefit committee selection and management
- Live/silent auction programming and management
- Advertising journal
- Volunteer management
- Design and technical production
- Printed materials (invitations and programs)
- Guest and RSVP management
- Day of coordination and staffing |
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SPONSORSHIP SOLICITATION/MANAGEMENT |
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- Corporate sponsorships
- In-kind donations (catering, wine/liquor, etc.)
- Leveraging Board of Directors and other key stakeholders |
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BUDGET MANAGEMENT |
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- Setting realistic fundraising goals
- Ongoing budget management
- Recommendations for cost effective strategies to maximize social return on investment |
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| To download a copy of a report written by Elisabeth Events’ President, Lisa Chun, please click here: |
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| Nonprofit Fundraising Events: An Investment in Communications and Donor Cultivation – March 2009 |
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