Small But Mighty: How a Local Non-Profit is Using the Power of Community to Create Successful Fundraising Events

Small But Mighty: How a Local Non-Profit is Using the Power of Community to Create Successful Fundraising Events

Author: Amy Milne April 11, 2024 Duration: 32:00
Send a text In this episode, your host Amy Milne gets real with Pam Osmond, Fund Development Manager at Home Horizon, a local charity in Collingwood, Ontario that provides transitional housing, programs and support for youth at risk of homelessness. Pam kicks things off by walking us through Home Horizon's three signature events, which bring in almost 25% of their total revenue (who says events aren't valuable?!), and what she feels is one of the not-so-obvious reasons for their success: priv...

Amy Milne hosts Real Talk for the Non-Profit Event Pro, a space dedicated to the unique challenges of planning events that drive mission and revenue. This isn't about surface-level tips; it's a frank conversation about what actually works when the pressure is on. Every episode pairs Amy with a seasoned guest to unpack the complexities of sponsorship strategies, the nuances of peer-to-peer fundraising, and the often-overlooked logistical details that make or break an experience. You'll hear honest stories from the field-both successes and hard-learned lessons-that provide a real-world education. The focus is always on creating events that resonate deeply with communities, inspire lasting engagement, and ultimately raise more funds for the cause. Whether you're navigating marketing on a tight budget or trying to secure that major sponsor, this podcast offers grounded advice and practical insights. Tune in for those candid discussions that cut through the noise, giving you the tools and confidence to produce meaningful, epic events. It’s the essential resource for anyone who believes their nonprofit’s events should matter as much as the mission they support.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 62

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Podcast Episodes
Hot Seat Coaching: Bowls for Beds in support of Home Horizon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:38
Send a text In this episode, your host Amy Milne kicks off our hot seat coaching series with Pam Osmond, Fund Development Manager at Home Horizon, a local charity in Collingwood, Ontario that provides transitional housin…
Hot Off the Press: Hot-Seat Coaching Opportunities! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:51
Send a text In this episode, your host Amy Milne drops some exciting news! As part of our ongoing marketing and communication mini-series, we're introducing a new segment and it involves YOU: hot-seat coaching! We know h…