How to Maximize Fundraising Without Chaos (Straight from the Experts)
Discover the fundraising strategies top event experts use to reduce chaos, improve donor engagement, and raise more money. From timeline planning and check-in flow to bid paddle design and post-event follow-up, this post highlights practical tips that can turn a good fundraiser into a great one.
Read MoreHow to Promote Your Live Auction for Maximum Revenue
Most nonprofits wait until the night of the event to start promoting their live auction. That’s one of the biggest missed opportunities in fundraising. Successful events don’t depend on last-minute excitement. They build anticipation before guests arrive. According to fundraising experts at Murad Auctions, promoting your live auction doesn’t start at the event. It starts…
Read MoreFundraising Trends for 2026: What Nonprofits Must Do to Raise More Money and Build Lasting Donor Relationships
Fundraising trends for 2026 are shifting toward deeper relationships, smarter event strategies, and more intentional donor engagement. Nonprofits can no longer rely solely on traditional methods. They must evolve to create meaningful connections, maximize event impact, and unlock new revenue streams.
Read MoreStrategic Silent Auctions: Increasing Revenue at Nonprofit Fundraising Events
Silent auctions are not outdated. They are misunderstood. When structured strategically, silent auctions remain one of the most powerful revenue drivers at nonprofit fundraising events. The difference between an average silent auction and a high-performing one is not the items. It’s the strategy behind them. Strategic Silent Auctions Drive Revenue Silent auctions are not simply…
Read MoreFundraising Isn’t Dying: Nonprofits Should Focus On Engagement, Gratitude, and Community
Fundraising isn’t dying. Fundraising events aren’t obsolete. And generosity hasn’t disappeared. What has changed is how people connect to causes, and that shift is forcing nonprofits to rethink how they engage donors, tell their stories, and say thank you. In a thoughtful podcast conversation, Murad Auctions Professional Auctioneer and Fundraising Expert Marty Murad and Trevor…
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