Fundraising Events in 2023: How to Plan and What to Know

It’s a tricky time to host fundraising events, and fundraisers have a lot to juggle including keeping people safe from illness, entertained, and inspired – all while staying within budget as expenses rise.

How can you plan a successful fundraising event in the months ahead — and maximize results — amid so much uncertainty?

Whether you’re planning in-person galas, small gatherings, or virtual events, join this webinar to get detailed guidance and real-world examples from two veteran event planners who will share proven ways to build community — and raise more money at your next event.

You’ll learn how to create a plan that can be adapted if circumstances change.

Plus, we’ll share an event-planning tool to help you manage the planning process most efficiently. Don’t miss this chance to get a handle on the complex process of planning events in the year ahead.

What will you learn?

• How to set realistic goals for an event, and measure success, amid uncertainty
• Which types of marketing tactics and messages to focus on to appeal to as many donors as possible
• Must-have elements — and pitfalls to avoid — for an excellent event in 2023

At the Chronicle we strive to host accessible and inclusive events. This session includes live captioning and ASL interpretation. To request other accommodations, please email copevents@philanthropy.com or call 571-540-8070.

 Speakers:

Becca Bennett
Vice President
Orr Group

Roger Whyte
Principal
Stratus (formerly RJ Whyte Event Production)

Originally Aired: February 9, 2023

This session is produced with support from:

This webinar is worth 1.25 CFRE credits.