Paddle Raise vs. Fund a Need: What's the Difference & Why It Matters for Nonprofits скачать в хорошем качестве

Paddle Raise vs. Fund a Need: What's the Difference & Why It Matters for Nonprofits

Most nonprofits use "paddle raise" and "fund a need" interchangeably — but they're NOT the same thing, and the difference could be costing you thousands at your next gala. In this episode, world-class auctioneer and fundraising consultant Brett Higgins breaks down exactly what sets a paddle raise apart from a fund a need, when to use each one, how to combine them for maximum impact, and the common mistakes that actually HURT your fundraising results. 📖 Read Brett's Article (referenced in this episode): https://hgafundraising.com/paddle-rai... 🔑 What You'll Learn: ✅ The real difference between a paddle raise and a fund a need ✅ How K2 Adventures Foundation uses both to drive extraordinary results; including funding $250 prosthetic legs in Tanzania ✅ Why designating every giving level to a specific need can backfire ✅ How to layer in monthly giving & membership programs (like a "Summit Society") to convert one-night donors into year-round supporters Have a question or topic you'd like us to cover? Let us know https://hgafundraising.com/ask-your-q... 🔗 CONNECT WITH US 🔗 Connect with Trevor on LinkedIn:   / trevor-nelson-b8922a167   Follow Hey Nonprofits! on LinkedIn:   / hey-non-profits-raise-more-money   🔗 CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST 🔗 🔗 Brett Higgens on LinkedIn:   / bretthiggins   🌐 Brett Higgens Website: https://www.bretthiggins.com/ ✉️ brett@bretthiggins.com ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Intro: Why the terms matter 01:30 What is a "paddle raise" and "fund a need"? 03:00 How they work together 04:46 Case Study: K2 Adventures Foundation & the $250 prosthetic leg 09:16 The mechanics: storytelling, video & bringing founders on stage 13:11 Monthly giving & the Summit Society model 21:57 When a fund a need can actually HURT your fundraising 23:13 House of Refuge case study 29:24 Final thoughts & how to reach Brett 💙 ABOUT HGA FUNDRAISING 💙 This episode was brought to you by HGA Fundraising. The team at HGA helps event fundraisers create auction success with the most profitable (and mission focused) auction items in the space. Trips and experiences that excite donors, ignite bidding, and help your organization RAISE MORE MONEY. To learn more about HGA Fundraising click here: https://hgafundraising.com/trips-and-... Sign up to receive the HGA Fundraising newsletter to receive fundraising insights from the brightest minds in the space: https://hgafundraising.com/subscribe-... Feeling stuck with your fundraising? No matter where you are at in your journey, HGA offers FREE coaching for fundraisers: https://hgafundraising.com/nonprofit-...