Fun In Fundraising

Children's Museum Houston Gala With Jessica Bertuccio, James Flavin, and Bahareh Flavin

What is the key to hosting a themed event that allows every guest to feel comfortable and ready to participate? Today, I talk with Jessica Bertuccio, James Flavin, and B

Foster Village Grow The Village Gala With Chrystal Smith

How can a nonprofit effectively use a gala to increase revenue, visibility, and impact? Today, I talk with Foster Village Founder & CEO Chrystal Smith about the Austin C

Laura Ward Of Houston Children's Charity On How To Run A Gala Like A Successful Business

What is the key to hosting a successful annual gala? Run it like a business. No one is better suited to discuss this important, yet underdiscussed topic than Houston Chi

Cattle Baron's Ball Dallas With Cynthia Everitt And Paige Westhoff

How does a nonprofit successfully host an annual gala at a unique space that also has the capacity to host a large number of guests? Today, I talk with Cynthia Everitt a

Waterloo Greenway Conservancy's Glow In The Park With Dr. Colette Pierce-Burnette

How does a nonprofit successfully use a gala to showcase the progress of a transformative project that an entire community can use year-round? Today, I talk with Dr. Col

Operation Smile Houston Gala With Sneha Merchant

How does a nonprofit steadily grow its annual fundraising gala so it becomes one of the most successful galas in your area? Today, I talk with Sneha Merchant, co-Chair o

Big Brothers Big Sisters LoneStar An Evening For Potential Gala With Alistine Turnbull-Blackshear & Pierce Bush

How can a nonprofit executive leader effectively collaborate with an outgoing senior leader transitioning into an emeritus role to ensure knowledge, fundraising, and impa

Texas Advocacy Project Black & White Ball With Debbie Tate

How does a nonprofit successfully create donor engagement opportunities that are galas for all donor levels that are fun and exciting? Today, I talk with Debbie Tate, Ch

North Texas Giving Day With Calvert Collins-Bratton

How does a community successfully host an online fundraiser that raises a large amount of money for a wide range of nonprofits in your area? Today, I talk with Calvert C

Dallas Children's Advocacy Center Art For Advocacy With Ashley Nowak and Laura McCallan

How does a nonprofit successfully curate a cohesive silent and live auction for their annual gala or signature fundraising event? Today, I talk with Ashley Nowak and Lau

Abbey Lights Up COTA With Melissa Keller

How does a nonprofit successfully host an event in a unique, highly coveted space in a way that inspires giving and grows your fundraising total each year? Today, I talk

V Foundation's Napa Wine Celebration With Jamie Valvano and Nate Ferguson

How does a nonprofit find keynote speakers that both move the audience and compel them to give to your cause? Today, I talk with former Sr. Director of Special Events &

The Art Of Combining Photography And Philanthropy With David Yarrow

How does a nonprofit effectively create relationships with talented artists to compel them to provide works that drive event awareness and fundraising? Today, I talk wit

How Great Décor And Tablescapes Create Conversation And Connection With Kimberly Schlegel Whitman

How do you create amazing tablescapes and décor that both wow your guests and foster connection? Today, I talk with best-selling entertaining author Kimberly Schlegel Wh

How To Leverage Your Event Photographer To Capture The Essence Of Your Event With Priscilla Dickson

What are the keys to effectively utilizing an event photographer so they can seamlessly capture the essence of your gala or event? Today, I talk with Priscilla Dickson,

Creating An Effective Event Publicity Strategy With Jenny Selber Gustafson

What are the keys to creating an effective event publicity strategy that promotes both a nonprofit's signature fundraising event and its mission? Today, I talk with Jenn

Creating Impactful Event Videos with Kwami Ngaojia

What are the keys to creating strong, impactful videos at galas and signature fundraising events that both move donors and inspire financial generosity? Today, I talk wi

Developing A Strong Relationship With Your Auctioneer With Carrie Frugé

What are the keys to creating a strong relationship with an auctioneer to drive revenue and impact at your annual gala? Today, I talk with Carrie Frugé, Founder of Biddy

How To Successfully Engage A Decision Makers Chief Of Staff With Emily Sander

How do nonprofits effectively engage a Chief of Staff to build deeper relationships with top donors and family offices that ultimately drive revenue growth? There is no

Creating Unforgettable Al Fresco Events With Autumn Rich

What are the keys to creating unforgettable al fresco events that wow donors, increase fundraising, and leave a lasting impact? There is no better person to discuss this