142 - Filling Your Development Toolbox (Fundraising Events, Small Gatherings, Logistics): Matt Bond

It's time for another change!  We continue our Petrus Development Show Q+A series on important development topics, but this week's episode features a new voice from the Petrus family.  Join us as Rhen interviews Matt Bond, Petrus consultant and executive director of the Santa Fe Family Life Center in Oklahoma City.  Matt and Rhen discuss a variety of potential donor events, and they share their thoughts on which events are most worth the time and effort.   Rhen and Matt are very clear about the challenges of beginning large fundraising events such as galas and golf tournaments.  Instead, they share ideas about events that are smaller, more manageable, and potentially even more successful in the long run.   Specifically, Matt answers the following questions: What types of donor events can an organization consider?  Do different events have different purposes?What kind of time and investment should you expect for large events like galas?Why might several smaller events be better than one large event where you can raise a lot of money at once?If you go for smaller events, how do you decide who to invite?  What does a sample agenda look like for the event?Is there a best day of the week for donor events? Can events be an organization's main source of revenue?