What key steps can nonprofits take to host fun and profitable galas and signature fundraising events? Today, I talk with event producer turned nonprofit fundraising thought-leader AJ Steinberg.

Based in Southern California, AJ has been involved in the nonprofit fundraising scene for over 20 years. Her company, Queen Bee Fundraising works with nonprofits to engage and inspire their donors to optimize their galas and signature fundraising events.

In this episode, AJ provides valuable insights on a range of of topics before, during, and after the event including the importance of securing corporate sponsorships, creating donor engagement to host an effective paddle raise, and what organizations need to do in the days after a gala or singature fundraising event to maintain goodwill with donors. This is one episode you will not want to miss.