If you've ever wondered how to land and leverage sponsorships for your nonprofit’s events, this episode is your playbook. A.J. Steinberg is a fundraising powerhouse with more than 20 years of experience producing high-impact nonprofit events and millions raised for mission-driven causes. Through her company, Queen Bee Fundraising, A.J. teaches organizations the art of securing corporate sponsorships that don’t just support events—but fuel entire fundraising strategies.
In this episode, A.J. pulls back the curtain on her popular training, Mastering Nonprofit Sponsorships, and shares actionable steps to identify your assets, build irresistible sponsorship packages, and close deals with confidence.
Key Topics:
- What makes a nonprofit “sponsorship-ready”
- The biggest mistakes organizations make with sponsorship outreach
- Creating compelling packages that go beyond logos and signage
- Engaging board and committee members in sponsorship prospecting
- How to value and pitch your sponsorship assets effectively
🧰 Resources & Links:
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ajsteinbergproductions
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/QueenBeeMalibu
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/queenbeefundraising
- www.QueenBeeFundraising.com
🪷🪷 This episode sponsored by Bloomerang! 🪷🪷
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