Category: Charity and Giving

6 Gala and Fundraising Displays That Elevate Your Event

The season of giving is upon us. In the busiest time of year for charity donations, a fundraising gala helps build donor relationships, highlights your nonprofit’s accomplishments, raises awareness of your cause, and of course, boosts funding. Smart utilization of gala and fundraising displays will help you achieve those goals. Displays that elevate guest experience and highlight sponsors are effective for enhancing your fundraising, but the right displays also improve flow, visibility, and participation during the event.

In this post, we’ll share 6 gala and fundraising display ideas from shopPOPdisplays that will help your fundraiser be a success.

Key Takeaways

  • Fundraising galas are powerful opportunities to strengthen donor relationships, increase awareness, and boost donations—when thoughtfully designed.
  • Strategic use of displays enhances guest experience while improving event flow, visibility, and participation.
  • Mirrored pedestals and risers add elegance, elevate décor, and draw attention to auction items, raffles, and centerpieces.
  • Custom printed pedestals turn displays into branding tools that recognize sponsors, reinforce professionalism, and encourage repeat donations.
  • Ballot boxes placed in high-traffic areas increase engagement for raffles, donations, and interactive fundraising activities.
  • Fabric display backdrops create photo-worthy moments that extend your event’s reach through social sharing and sponsor visibility.
  • Podiums and lecterns support confident presentations, awards, and speeches while adding authority and polish to your program.
  • A cohesive theme—supported by coordinated displays, colors, and materials—ties every element together for a memorable, well-planned event experience.

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5 Easy Ways to Protect and Display Your Rare Book Collection

People collect rare books for a myriad of reasons. Sometimes for historical significance, sometimes for aesthetic appeal, sometimes as an investment, and other times just out of intellectual curiosity. No matter the case when it comes to rare book storage, it’s necessary to properly store or display rare books to preserve their value. Here, we offer practical tips for book collectors who want to preserve and showcase their valuable books.

Rare Book Storage Key Takeaways

  • People collect rare books for a myriad of reasons, including investment potential, intellectual curiosity, and historical significance.
  • Rare books will need to be stored in a way that protects them from harmful UV rays, moisture, and swings in temperature.
  • The Library of Congress recommends metal shelving for older books, since wood can deteriorate them more quickly. If using a wooden shelf, you will just need to create a barrier between the books and the shelves.
  • Acrylic can be a great way to protect books from sunlight and insects, while still allowing them to remain in view.
  • Always use clean hands when handling rare books. This will ensure they can be enjoyed for years to come.

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Spring Into Action: Creative Display Ideas for the Spring Season

Spring is on the way and that is good news for retailers around the country. While the holidays might be prime shopping time, many stores see a slowdown during the rest of the winter. The milder weather and longer days of spring encourage shoppers to get out of the house and start stocking up for the warmer months. With that in mind, it is the perfect time to give your store a refreshing spring display so that you can attract more customers and boost springtime sales.

 

 

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Crafting a Better Brewery Experience with Creative Displays

Did you know that most Americans now live within 10 miles of a craft brewery? It’s true. The beer industry has skyrocketed over the past 5 to 10 years and as the competition has risen, so has the need for breweries to differentiate themselves. That means creating beers that people want to drink but also creating a brewery experience that keeps people coming back. In this post, we look at various brewery displays that you can use to build a better brewery experience.

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Outdoor Entertaining Planning 101: From Space Prep to Furniture and Food, Tips for Every Budget

One thing we may have gained during the pandemic. A new appreciation for our outdoor space. We realized that these areas, from the front porch to the backyard firepit, can be treated as an extension of our homes—and we really don’t use them enough. As we move forward, we can continue to use these outdoor spaces to safely entertain. (Our neighbors in Alaska and the Scandinavian countries have been doing so for years!) So instead of feeling cooped up indoors this winter, take it outside. Here are a few ideas to help you warm up to outdoor entertaining. Continue reading Outdoor Entertaining Planning 101: From Space Prep to Furniture and Food, Tips for Every Budget

Plan Easy and Elegant Events for Less: 5 Ideas to Get You Started

After two years of having to put parties on pause, people are ready to get together and celebrate. Whether you’re hosting a party for personal or professional reasons, you want your event to be one to remember.

It’s no secret, however, that throwing a party can be costly. The tab can add up quickly from food and drinks to décor and entertainment. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary, without breaking the bank. Here are five ideas to get you started.

 

 

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8 Merchandising Tips for March Madness® That Won’t Make You Crazy

That time of year that college basketball fans wait for is upon us: March Madness®. The NCAA tournament, which usually begins in mid-March, brings out legions of fans rooting for their favorite team. Each year 60 million Americans watch the games, most often at the local bar, decked out in their team’s gear. That means there is a fantastic opportunity for local businesses—restaurants, bars, sporting goods stores, and more—to boost their profit margins during this time. Of course, it’s important to make your location appealing to customers. Keeping merchandise organized and patrons safe from overcrowding are key elements, and shopPOPdisplays has the retail displays to help business owners achieve both goals.

 

 

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How Versatile Acrylic Boxes Can Make an Event

Planning a special event takes a great deal of time and money, so finding something that can serve multiple purposes and help make your celebration stand out is a true game-changer. For event planners, one of those items is the acrylic box. “Acrylic boxes are great for multi-use when it comes to weddings and events,” says Sam Nelson of EVL Events. “We will have our signage or stationery vendor duplicate the font used throughout the wedding and vinyl something on the box to customize it for the couple and make it stand out.”

 

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5 Visual Merchandising Tips for Sweet Valentine’s Day Sales

Retailers know first-quarter sales are needed to set the pace for the remainder of the year, so Valentine’s Day sales are about more than just selling chocolates for retailers around the country. In 2022, consumers spent $23.9 billion on Valentine’s Day gifts—the second-highest year on record, according to the National Retail Federation.

 

 

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10 Clever Tips on Engaging Customers with a Limited Sales Crew

Filling sales positions can be a challenge year-round, but it is especially important during the holiday season. According to a recent survey from MultiMediaPlus, executives are rushing to try to find solutions to the employee shortage—in addition to facing issues with the supply chain.

“We’re in a tighter labor market from an unemployment standpoint than last year,” says Matthew Lavery, director of talent acquisition at UPS, told Barron’s. “Candidates are more difficult to find.”

A lack of help can lead to lost sales, which is the last thing a retailer wants, especially during the holidays. Luckily, there are some simple, yet creative, steps you can take to make sure your profits are up even when staffing is down.

 

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