What are the keys to giving your signature fundraising event a local feel, even if it is a national organization?

In today’s episode, I talk with Cattle Baron's Ball Dallas co-chairs Courtney Derderian and Nina Sasche to talk about this iconic event benefiting American Cancer Society.

For the past 52 years, Cattle Baron's Ball has been the gold standard in creating a highly successful fundraiser that blends unique locations, fashion, music, and philanthropy. The event is now the largest single night fundraiser for the American Cancer Society in the United States each year.

Courtney and Nina share their knowledge and expertise on a variety of topics, including tips on how to announce hosting a musical headliner to generate major buzz for your event, tips on getting high-profile individuals to say yes and be a part of your event, evolving your event and the talent behind it to build a devoted following that spans generations, and so much more. This is one episode you will not want to miss.

How do does an organization effectively blend commerce and fundraising in a way that brings the community together?

In today’s episode, I talk with The Family Place CEO Tiffany Tate and Margette Hepfner to talk about one of the organization's signature fundraising events: Partners Card.

For many years, many top retailers in North Texas have taken part in this unique and highly effective fundraiser. The premise is simple: patrons purchase a card from The Family Place and are able to get a discount at hundreds of retailers in the Dallas area. It raises money for a great cause and allows people to save on restrauant, apparel, and other retail outlets.

Tiffany and Margette share their knowledge and expertise on a variety of topics including tips on hosting successful kickoff events that create buzz, how to approach retailers, developing a strong relationship between an event chair and a nonprofit, and so much more. This is one episode you will not want to miss.

How do you create an impactful statement moment at your event where guests carry the moment with them long after the event has ended?

In today’s episode, I talk with AVDA CEO Maisha Colter and AVDA Board Chair Vanessa Ames to talk about the organization's signature fundraising event: the Home Safe Home Gala.

For over 40 years, AVDA has provided services in it's mission to end domestic violence by advocating for the safety and self-determination of victims, promoting accountability for abusers, and fostering a community response to abuse. Over the past few years, the Home Safe Home Gala has become increasingly successful due to a strong program with impactful event moments such as the Be the Light moment where each guest holds a candle to help bring domestic violence out of the shadows.

Maisha and Vanessa share their knowledge and expertise on a variety of topics, including tips on consistently and successfully growing your event year after year, creating a strong selection process in selecting an honoree, how a strong relationship between executive leadership and a board contributes to an events success and so much more. This is one episode you will not want to miss.