118: Magnetic Fundraising: Strategies for Planning & Hosting Engaging Fundraising Events with A.J. Steinberg

Executing a successful fundraising event can be daunting, but there are simple strategies you can use to plan a highly engaging, creative, and enjoyable fundraiser with less stress and more ease.

Meet A.J. Steinberg, CFRE, a non-profit event producer and engagement strategist who’s raised millions of dollars for organizations through her LA-based company, Queen Bee Fundraising. A.J. is an expert on non-profit event planning, event sponsorships, committee and volunteer leadership, generational giving, and guest engagement. 
 
In this episode, you’ll learn A.J.’s best tips and strategies for planning and executing successful, engaging fundraising events – from free family events to exquisite galas. She touches on everything from creative sponsorship ideas to mobile bidding to preventing post-event burnout. Ready to start planning your next fundraising event? This episode is for you!

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