September: Empowered Nonprofits vs. Event Planners
The Empowered Nonprofits event team is wrapping up one of our busiest event seasons to date – 11 events in 5 months! We are already working on our 2023 event season. Our talented team has done it all – summits, festivals, runs, formal galas and more. We partner with each of our clients on every event aspect, in addition to guiding them through the ever-changing industry post COVID-19.
We are privileged to work with incredible organizations - helping them bring their mission to center stage, many holding their first in-person event in over two years! We are proud to have helped raise over $4 million collectively for our clients.
Throughout the year, we have shared event best practices through our newsletter, social media and even during our spring EmpoweredHour. Today we will answer one question we hear time and again. Read on to find out the question and its answer!
Empowered Nonprofits vs. Event Planner: What is the difference?
We often hear - how does Empowered Nonprofits differ from an event planner?
Our short answer…Empowered Nonprofits is committed to the organization’s long term impact BEYOND your one-time event.
We understand your extensive roles and the responsibilities. And we want you to spend your time on the one thing that matters - raising essential dollars! Let us help YOU do what only YOU do best!
Our experience dictates that an event is part of your annual campaign journey - it is not the final destination! Let us manage your event logistics all while amplifying your mission and guiding you in best practices to increase your revenue and attendance. Throughout our event planning process - we will always take into account, “will this contribute to the sustainability of the organization?”
We will work alongside you to create a program that highlights your story and mission, and celebrates your accomplishments. Events are also an opportunity for donors to reconnect with your organization and for you to show your gratitude. We will help you create those essential touch-points throughout the event planning process and during the event to allow your donors to feel included, seen, and appreciated for their commitment. All attendees should leave the event wanting more!
Let Empowered Nonprofit help you plan your next event! Contact us to learn more.
Empowered Testimonial
Organization: Youth Celebrate Diversity
Empowered's Role: Coaching + Mentoring
"Working with Ilissa and Empowered Nonprofits was exactly what we needed to take our fundraising work to the next level. We more than doubled our revenue from our prior efforts while keeping costs down, and exceeded our fundraising goals. Ilissa was a huge partner and help in this process, meeting individually with our Board members to coach them on how to make fundraising asks, as well as strategizing with our staff on every aspect of our gala and nudging us in the right direction along the entire way. There is no question we would not have had the overwhelming success we did without her help!"
--- Caleb Munro, Executive Director
