It’s Time To Rethink These 3 Fundraising Events
As we move into 2025, fundraising continues to be driven by the needs and preferences of donors and fundraisers. At Tiltify, we know how challenging it can be to generate new event ideas and execute a plan to achieve your fundraising goals, which is why we’re here to help. Our tools and technology are designed to give modern donors and fundraisers the tools they need to support your cause so that you can continue to focus on your mission.
Here are 3 events to re-imagine as you plan for 2025.
Gala to Online Community Event
Traditional in-person galas can be re-imagined as vibrant online community events. Rather than simply asking celebrity supporters to attend your gala, explore opportunities to partner celebrities with social media influencers to create engaging content. One of the most exciting examples of this we’ve seen was when Gordon Ramsey partnered with Markiplier and Sean Evans of Hot Ones to support Make-A-Wish through the Cooking Up Wishes Challenge.
When $50,000 was raised, Sean and Gordon committed to taking part in a LIVE hot wings challenge, with donations unlocking higher tiers of spice. Tiltify’s milestones tool and donation alerts helped create real-time donation tracking and engagement opportunities. In addition to reaching thousands of viewers, this event created an opportunity for everyone to participate and engage in the mission.
Run/Walk to Exciting Endurance Challenges
Transform standard charity runs or walks into exciting, goal-oriented challenges like "run the length of the Golden Gate Bridge" or "walk the height of the Empire State Building." These specific, unique challenges give participants a clear, motivating target while creating a personal sense of accomplishment.
With Tiltify’s fitness integrations, fundraisers can easily track individual and team progress, with donation milestones and reward tiers to encourage continued engagement. Interactive elements like polls can help choose the next iconic challenge or create fun obstacles. For example, donors can vote with donations to choose which costume the fundraiser will complete the challenge in, or which landmark they'll conquer next!
Silent Auction to Themed Markets
Traditional silent auctions can be refreshed as themed pop-up markets. In addition to bidding on items with Tiltify’s fundraiser-driven auction tools, you or your fundraisers can offer handcrafted goods, exclusive experiences, or event-specific merchandise, with all proceeds supporting your mission.
With Tiltify’s shopping-cart donation experience, you’ll collect donations tied to each purchase, track fundraising progress in real time, and offer exclusive incentives for high-value donors. Modern donors appreciate events that combine supporting a cause with an engaging and enjoyable experience.
If you’re looking for more ways to increase engagement and personalization for your next event, reach out to the Tiltify team to book a demo call.
