Experienced, Mission-Focused Event Fundraising
Increase engagement. Raise more money.
Increase engagement. Raise more money.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
"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!!!"
"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."
"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."
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