Hi,
We're looking into using Zkipster for our Gala and other fundraising events and were hoping to connect with organizations who use it to find out what your experiences have been.
If you'r using (or have used) it:
1. What was your primary reason(s) for picking Zkipster?
2. Has it worked well for you or not and why?
I'd love to connect if you're willing to share insights. Feel free to respond to this post or contact me directly at lskehen@sfballet.org.
Hi Laurel!
The Fisher Center at Bard has been using Zkipster for special event check-in for the past three years.
1. Prior to using Zkipster, we were using paper lists for Gala check-in, so it really was spurred by the need to move to a digital check-in method that updates across multiple devices in real time. They looked like the best option
2. It has generally worked very well for us! We're particularly jazzed about its email invitation features, its flexibility with custom data fields, and guest photo sourcing & assignment. Because we do many special events over the summer season, on the cost end we're very happy that we can sign up for a seasonal subscription (4 months for unlimited number of events) and then cancel that subscription before it renews in the fall, and just do a la carte single events during the rest of the year when we need it. They also have stellar customer service, in case you run into any troubles or have questions about certain features.
Happy to speak more about it if you're interested!
Michael • mhofmann@bard.edu
Hi there,
I'm curious if you have an auction as a component to any of your events. If so, how do you deal with that piece while using Zkipster? We are looking for the best event software that does guest check in as well as online auction but are having difficulty finding a good one. Any advice?
Thanks!
Renee renee@mauiarts.org
Hi Renee! Sadly, can't help you out there - we have had a live auction at our Gala for the past two years, but haven't yet breached into online bidding. Zkipster doesn't have any features that deal specifically with auctions or other on-site fundraising, so we are still using a paper system for that.