Experienced, Mission-Focused Event Fundraising
Increase engagement. Raise more money.
About Bernstein Solutions
Bernstein Solutions, Inc. is a boutique consultancy advising not-for-profit clients on the planning and execution of live and virtual fundraising events that deepen supporter relationships and raise more money for the mission.
Why Bernstein Solutions?
Our twenty years of consulting, fundraising, live and virtual event experience with auctioneer licensing in Virginia and the District of Columbia uniquely positions us to understand and execute on the missions of our capital region healthcare, education, and faith-based focused clients.
Services
Strategic Consulting
Strategic Consulting
Strategic Consulting
Every fundraising event presents a unique opportunity to deepen supporter relationships and raise money to fund your mission. We have worked alongside hundreds of not-for-profit organizations to help them reach their supporters more effectively and maximize their return on their outreach efforts from event planning to auction item acquisition, volunteer training, and post-event follow up support.
Live Auctions
Strategic Consulting
Strategic Consulting
A live auction is a fun, competitive, and inclusive way to liven up your event and keep your supporters engaged and giving to the cause while having a great time in the process. We will guide you on what items might stand out best for your live auction, how to procure these items, as well as advise on the most effective manner to present these items to maximize the bidding and fundraising.
Fund-a-Need Appeals
Strategic Consulting
Fund-a-Need Appeals
Looking to maximize donations that directly benefit your organization’s mission? We take the time to get to know your organization and what connects your supporters to your mission. We know how to create stories that draw audiences in and convert attendees into donors. We will help you create a strategic plan for timing, presentation, and gift commitments for this crucial segment of your live event.
Virtual Events
Master of Ceremonies
Fund-a-Need Appeals
Recent global events have put a strain on live event fundraising. But the mission is never canceled, so why should your event be? Over 73% of not-for-profit organizations are executing virtual/in-person events in 2021 so re-imagine your live event and increase your supporter reach to create a completely new, engaging virtual fundraising event that keeps donors engaged in the mission.
Master of Ceremonies
Master of Ceremonies
Master of Ceremonies
Hold your audience’s attention and keep your event on schedule. Whether a formal or informal event, we keep your attendees engaged and ready to receive your message. As your brand ambassador, we make it our priority to positively represent your mission and values, energetically engage the audience, and keep your event running smoothly and on time.
Podcast Spotlights
Master of Ceremonies
Master of Ceremonies
The best way to communicate the impact your organization is making every day is through storytelling. 55% of the U.S. population have listened to a podcast. Expand your organization's reach and fundraising channels through meaningful conversations that will inspire and increase mission awareness among new and existing supporters.
Testimonials
Holly S, BRAWS
Neely A & Megan M, The Cure Starts Now
Neely A & Megan M, The Cure Starts Now
"Not only did Rick provide outstanding emcee and auctioneering services, but he also worked with us every step of the way leading up to the virtual event to ensure a seamless program. If you’re on the fence about whether or not to hold a virtual fundraiser for your nonprofit, civic organization, religious institution, etc., I highly recommend you do it! But first contact Rick!!!"
Neely A & Megan M, The Cure Starts Now
Neely A & Megan M, The Cure Starts Now
Neely A & Megan M, The Cure Starts Now
"Rick Bernstein was an invaluable member of our 2020 A Night to Beat the Odds gala team. His enthusiasm, professionalism & passion contributed greatly to an amazing night of fundraising dedicated to finding the 'homerun' cure for cancer."
Roz D, LiftMeUp!
Neely A & Megan M, The Cure Starts Now
Chelsea R, Brains & Beauties
"LiftMeUp! has been going for nearly 50 years. Over the years we have changed our main annual fundraising event to a gala. We heard about Rick, and he can only be described as amazing. He was with us, and advised us, every step of the way. We had concerns as it was during COVID and needed the essential funds we raise through the gala. We should not have worried. Rick nearly doubled what we have previously been raising. He is a 'life saver' to non-profits!!! We can't recommend him enough."
Chelsea R, Brains & Beauties
Cristine G, Women in Technology
Chelsea R, Brains & Beauties
“If your event needs anything— engagement, energy, and/or professionalism, I highly recommend Rick Bernstein “The Voice of DC”. He is the utmost professional, studying not just the material provided for him but also the purpose and focus of the event as well as how he can engage the audience in a manner that will keep them coming back! Rick emceed my USA state preliminary pageants and all I heard afterwards was how entertaining and engaging he was. Without a doubt I will hire him again and you should too.”
Cristine G, Women in Technology
Cristine G, Women in Technology
Cristine G, Women in Technology
"Voice of DC Productions has been the editor and producer for the Women in Technology Podcast going on two years and we have been very pleased with the output. The final episodes are always professional and pristine. Additionally, it’s a pleasure working with Rick who is a proponent and advocate for women in technology. We highly recommend Voice of DC Productions to anyone needing podcast production services."
Richard K, Arts of Great Falls
Cristine G, Women in Technology
Cristine G, Women in Technology
"We recently had Rick as our Emcee and Auctioneer at our Gala. It was a very complicated formal event for over 100 guests at a private residence. Rick was involved in every facet of the event—he contributed at all of our committee’s 10-12 weekly meetings leading up to the big night, designed the timeline and flow for the evening, and even helped us move furniture around to accommodate all the guests. The night of the Gala he helped communicate our mission to all the guests and then led an auction that beat expectations in bringing in money for our cause. He has a unique way of engaging the participants and making raising money for the event fun. We would welcome Rick’s services for future events without hesitation."
Lisa W, ServiceSource Foundation
Lisa W, ServiceSource Foundation
Lisa W, ServiceSource Foundation
“Rick Bernstein, the “Voice of DC”, has been instrumental to our non-profit as we transitioned our fundraising strategy after the pandemic. As our emcee and auctioneer, Rick leads our efforts. He takes the time to understand our mission and truly embraces what we are raising money for. His understanding of our mission and genuine interest in what we do is evident. Additionally, he provides great advice and guidance from his years of experience and is always willing to jump in with whatever needs to be done to make our events successful.”
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