4 Ways to Inspire Donations at Your Charity Event

Hosting a charity event is exciting, but it does require a lot of thought to get it right.  There are so many worthy causes out there and with the ease of donating online, you need to show guests why they should attend your event. As a result you need to make sure it’s engaging. You can do this by:

Showcasing how guest’s donations will make a difference 

Showing donors where their money is going and the positive impact it’ll have on your cause will make them feel as though they’re making a difference and encourage further donations. You can do this by:

• Weaving in stories about how previous donations have helped beneficiaries.
• Showcasing any interesting statistics.
• Showing live demonstrations of your charity’s work. 
• Playing video testimonials. 
• Displaying a chart showing how close you are to reaching your donation goal.

Highlighting how attendees’ donations are making a difference will leave guests inspired and encourage them to make contributions outside of the event. 

Providing opportunities for guests to get involved with the cause beyond the event 

While it’s important to meet your event donation goal, you also want to foster long-term connections with your donors to help you raise money outside the event. You can do this by:

• Providing volunteering opportunities – Dedicating a section of your event to showcasing volunteering opportunities is a great way to gain extra support and further donations. You should provide clear information on the types of volunteering roles, how people can get involved and the difference they make. 
• Encourage attendees to post the event on social media – Social media is a very powerful tool for all businesses, especially charities. It can help you raise awareness for your cause and encourage donations. Additionally, creating a hashtag for your event is a great way to raise awareness and track how well your event went by reviewing what people posted online. 
• Send a follow-up message after the event – You should send out a thank you email with information on how much money was raised and the impact it had on your cause. Following up is a great way to foster a relationship with your audience and encourage future donations with updates on upcoming events. 
•  You could also include information on upcoming events to encourage further interactions and donations.  

Incorporating fun ways for people to get involved with donating 

Incorporating fun ways to raise money will encourage more people to donate. You can implement things like:

• Silent auctions.
• Games. 
• Competitions.

By adding creative ways to donate you can further incentivise giving while making it fun, helping you leave lasting memories and encourage future contributions.   

Providing photo opportunities 

Photos are a great way to create user-generated content that raises brand awareness. By providing opportunities for photos through implementing things like photo booths you can inspire them to capture memories and post them on social media. This can help you reach a wider audience and encourage further engagement, helping you reach donation targets and make a real difference for your cause. 

Hosting a charity event at Millennium Point

At Millennium Point we have a wide range of event spaces perfect for your next charity event, no matter how big or small. Some of our spaces include:

The Auditorium 

This space is perfect for larger events and our newly refurbished stage and screen allows you to host an exceptional charity event. With 354 tiered seats and the ability to host a hybrid event, you can reach your desired number of guests, helping you increase contributions and support for your charity. 

Platform 

Platform can hold up to 350 delegates and has a built-in bar, helping you create the celebratory atmosphere you want. This can be incorporated with outdoor space, helping you create more interactive donation opportunities and better engage guests.

Station

For those looking to host a smaller event, Station can hold up to 150 delegates and has multiple rooms, allowing you to create a range of interactive activities. It can also adhere to a range of layouts, such as:

• Theatre.
• Classroom.
• Exhibition stands.
• Standing.
• Boardroom.
• Cabaret.
• Banquet.

This allows you to create the ideal layout for your charity event. 

So what are you waiting for? Host your next charity event at Millennium Point!