nonprofit fundraising partner sacramento
TBD Connects is a nonprofit fundraising partner for organizations throughout Sacramento and Northern California, offering expert event planning services combined with powerful fundraising technology. As a dedicated event planner for galas, golf tournaments, and luncheons, we use our advanced event management software to help nonprofits raise more, engage donors, and ensure flawless operations on event day.
Partnership
In 2026, TBD Connects and Bolder Events joined forces to enhance the way nonprofits and corporations celebrate and fundraise. By merging TBD Connects’ expertise in seamless, customized event planning services with Bolder Events’ industry-leading fundraising technology and hands-on auction support, they have created the ultimate 'one-stop shop' for event success on the West Coast.
Some events demand more than coordination; they require vision, precision, and a team supported by the right tools. The Dream Bolder Package combines TBD Connects' premier event planning services with advanced event management software, ensuring every detail is tracked, every vendor is aligned, and every guest experience is seamless. From the initial concept to the final wrap-up, we handle everything, empowered by technology and driven by heart, all while leveraging the latest in fundraising technology.
Dream Bolder Software
Behind every extraordinary event is a system that keeps it all together. TBD Connects leverages industry-leading event management software to streamline your event planning services, ensuring efficient communication and execution while providing real-time visibility into your event every step of the way.
User Friendly Bidding Site - Bidding has never been easier for your guests! No app required; simply text them a link to their personal bidding URL. They click the link to place bids and securely add a credit card for payment.
Event Landing Page - Simplify access for your guests by creating a central location for all essential event details. Attendees can register, securely add a credit card, preview auction items, place bids, and make donations from this secure site.
Customizable Registration Website - Easily create multiple ticket types, sponsorship, and donation opportunities. You can also send follow-up emails to ticket and sponsor purchasers, allowing them to input their own guest data.
Mass Messaging to Guests - Customize emails and texts to communicate with all bidders or select groups. This feature simplifies pre-event and post-event follow-ups significantly!
Unlimited Text to Give - Empower your donors to give throughout the year by establishing a straightforward shortcode that can be utilized in emails and newsletters.
Live Event Stream - Our fundraising technology supports real-time live streaming for virtual events, allowing guests to enjoy the show, bid on items, and donate to your cause all from the comfort of their home using just one device!
Dream Bolder Event Services
No matter where you are in your event planning, you can trust Bolder Events to bring the experience and expertise necessary to make your event day stress-free. From galas and luncheons to golf tournaments and other events, our proven event planning services are designed to ensure maximum success.
Our customer-focused, professionally trained team is with you every step of the way—before, during, and after your event—handling the details so that you can concentrate on your mission and your donors while utilizing advanced fundraising technology.
Fund a Need Event
- Pre-event strategy meeting and site visit
- Customer service-oriented staff to manage registration and checkout
- Record and process Paddle Raise donations with our event management software
Auction Events - Mobile Bidding
- Pre-event strategy meeting and site visit
- Customer service-oriented staff to manage registration and checkout
- Record and process Paddle Raise donations
- Post-event debrief
- Print bid sheets and auction display sheets
- Manage and close silent auction, recording all event day sales
- Utilize event management software for mobile bidding site setup, appeal display, and leaderboard management at the event
- Manage guest communications: send texts and emails to encourage bidding
Auction Events - Paper Bidding
- Pre-event strategy meeting and site visit
- Customer service-oriented staff to manage registration and checkout
- Record and process Paddle Raise donations
- Post-event debrief
- Print bid sheets and auction display sheets
- Manage and close silent auction, ensuring accurate recording of all event day sales.