Why do live virtual events?

  Traditionally, nonprofits have used offline methods for raising donations among their supporters.  More and more, however, experience is proving that online appeals can not only equal, but even surpass, traditional offline methods.

     So why do live virtual events?  The reasons for using live virtual events to grow your donor base are many and varied.  Just in the past year (2009), several nonprofit organizations have taken advantage of this venue to bring in amazing donations within an unbelievably short time.  And, at a time when most donors are cutting back on their giving.

     I've written a special report about these charities entitled:  "How 5 Nonprofits Added $10,000-$250,000 to their Causes--Within Hours--by Leveraging Social Media for the Social Good."   For a free, no obligation copy of this report simply email your request to copywritingbylois@comcast.net.

    The advantages of doing live virtual events are many and varied, but to name just a few:

	They create more energy
	They are more spontaneous
	They offer social proof via chat rooms and Q
	They happen in real time so they are experiential
	They create bonds betwen the charity and the audience
	They are more responsive to donors' needs and wishes

5 Reasons Why You Should Be Using Virtual Events Now

1. Virtual events are highly cost-effective. For less than $50 and some free technology, you can inform, educate and inspire thousands of your donors around the world.

2. Virtual events attract a wider audience--a global audience. For people who are unable to travel to a live event, the virtual event provides instant access to your message--without having to invest time, money and effort.

3. Virtual events lead to increased exposure. They can be recorded, repurposed, reproduced an dshown in different settings, leading to increased return on investment.

4. Virtual events save time. Your donors don't have to travel. They can watch your message while multi-tasking with other jobs. And if your timing isn't good for them, they can watch the replay at a more convenient time.

5. Finally, virtual events are highly interactive. Thanks to social media and hashtags, your participants can chat back and forth, ask questions, broadcast key points of interest to others--all during your event.

  As a certified Virtual Events Specialist, I am trained in strategies, best practices, tips and techniques for efficiently and effectively creating great events. Using the leading technologies like Instant Teleseminar, GoTo Webinar, Camtasia, UStream, and more, I can help you:

	Set up and deliver televents featuring one or several speakers
	Broadcast webinars and webcasts
	Produce online radio shows, weekly podcasts or live streaming TV shows
	Polish polish your production by editing, adding music, titles, callouts, etc. to your audio/video recordings.

  If your organization is thinking of using a virtual event to increase your exposure, simply go to my contact page and fill in the "free consultation" box to request a free 15-minute call. I'll help you plan, organize, market and repurpose your next virtual event to a very successful conclusion.

                

 

 

 

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