{"id":73559,"date":"2023-09-27T13:20:35","date_gmt":"2023-09-27T13:20:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.givergy.com\/blog\/complete-guide-to-fundraising-hosts\/"},"modified":"2025-08-29T12:06:58","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T12:06:58","slug":"complete-guide-to-fundraising-hosts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.givergy.com\/uk\/blog\/complete-guide-to-fundraising-hosts\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete Guide to Fundraising Hosts"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Including a fundraising host is still a drastically underused element of fundraising events, but we\u2019ve seen first-hand the amazing results that can come from focusing on this part of an event. If you have not included an engaging fundraising host<\/a>, you may be missing a large piece of the puzzle!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Keep reading to learn all about these vibrant and game-changing individuals so that you can decide how best to use them for your future fundraising events.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

What Is a Fundraising Host?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

A fundraising host is a person who can provide consultative support to organisers and committees pre-event, plus then be responsible for hosting the fundraising activities at the actual event. Simply put, at an event, a fundraising host is responsible for engaging donors to raise the most funds possible.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Pre-Event Support?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The role of a fundraising host can include a variety of tasks. Still, it should always start with several pre-event, statistically-driven meetings to discuss the best possible approach for fundraising at your event.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Looking back at data from previous events, such as the amount raised in the Live Auction<\/a>, Silent Auction<\/a> and Pledge moment<\/a>, the number of bids and donations made, popular levels and timings of giving, are critical to get the perfect strategy in place.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

At The Event<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Fundraising hosts should be responsible for running the auction and\/or donation drive; they should know how to work a crowd and engage with an audience. The events they host can range from small gatherings and golf days to large galas or auctions. The goal of a fundraising host is to create an enjoyable and engaging event that encourages attendees to donate generously to the cause at hand.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Do Fundraising Hosts Work?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Absolutely. And we\u2019ve got the stats to prove it. We\u2019ve seen some simply astounding increases in funds raised by including a fundraising host. Get in touch, and our team would love to chat this through with you.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Brilliant fundraising hosts allow guests to indulge in giving \u2013 that amazing feeling of doing something positive for others. Altruistic DNA is in all of us; giving makes you feel better. People want to give, and an engaging fundraising host allows them to do it.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

We continue to say that fundraising is not a spectator sport – you shouldn\u2019t be relying on 10% of the room to give 90% of the funds. For a donation moment or pledge drive, fundraising hosts allow a collaborative nature of giving. Using the fundraising leaderboards, they can get everyone involved.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Event Host or Fundraising Host?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

We strongly recommend that your Fundraising Host is not also your Event Host. Your audience must connect with the Fundraising Host during those crucial moments of giving. To do this, it\u2019s best they are kept back to do their job, drive fundraising on the night, and not mix that message with other elements like introducing speakers or explaining where the fire exits are.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Having a skilled host focused on fundraising can help make the event substantially more effective and enjoyable for everyone involved.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Image: Fundraising Hosts North America from left to right – Harry Santa-Olla (HSO Productions), Chuck Mutz (Black Tie Auctions), Sherry Mulhar (Red Apple Auctions) and Layne (The Auctionista) – Find out more by clicking here<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

How Can a Fundraising Host Elevate an Event?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n