Wendy Kidd shares the five biggest mistakes nonprofits make with their annual events and how to avoid them, focusing on branding, event flow, leadership roles, donation methods, and mission focus.

keywords: nonprofit events, fundraising, event planning, nonprofit strategy, donor engagement

key topics

1. Event branding and visibility
2. Creating a clear event timeline
3. Role of leadership during events
4. Easy donation methods during events
5. Aligning event planning with mission impact

Links:

https://www.bosslevelengaged.com/services-for-nonprofits-nonprofitnook

https://thenonprofitnook.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@BossLevelEngaged

Chapters

00:00Introduction: Common issues at nonprofit events

00:32Mistake 1: Lack of branding at the event

04:37Mistake 2: No clear event timeline

05:34Mistake 3: Overloading the executive director

08:04Mistake 4: No easy donation methods

09:38Mistake 5: Focus on event over mission

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