Even though nonprofits aren’t working toward a profit motive, they still need to sell tickets and raise funds in order to survive and actualize their mission statements. In order to serve their cause, nonprofits and cultural institutions need as much help as they can get. This...
December 1, 2021 We are excited to announce our integration with Canada's popular Interac debit card system and funds transfer network. Interac is the predominant network across Canada, with over 59,000 automated teller machines and over 450,000 merchant locations accepting Interac debit payments. Our cloud-based visitation Point...
November 15, 2021 With more companies, institutions, and organizations going remote as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to have a vetted and trusted virtual planning strategy. Planning a virtual event that doesn't have to be a huge hassle. With the right strategy and preparation,...
November 12, 2021 A payment platform is arguably the most important technology your institution uses. Payments are weaved into everything your institution manages from ticketing, to membership, to donations and events. Payments are very complex, and when you process a patron or donor's payment, you are...
When most people think of the ideal zoo day, they imagine lots of families walking around a zoo in hats, sipping on cold refreshment, and hiding out under the shade in between visiting different enclosures. Of course, zoos are more popular in the spring and summer...
November 1, 2021 People are driven to give for a number of reasons. We want to believe that our efforts and influence are doing good for the world, and both charity and philanthropy, though different, have their place in our need to give. Additionally, giving is a...
Ethical consumerism is all about making ethical decisions by prioritizing goods and services that are ethically made, sourced, and distributed. It’s a way for consumers to vote with their dollars. When consumers engage in ethical consumerism, it forces companies to reconsider their business practices. Corporate social...
Zoos are like any other outdoor attraction – sculpture gardens, amusement parks, and botanical gardens, among others, are all subject to the seasonal ebbs and flows of visitor engagement. Spring and summer are usually high points for visitors, while fall into winter sees less activity...
October 13, 2021 Nonprofits and cultural institutions want to reach out to potential visitors, previous guests, and long-lasting members, and they want to reach out to them in mass. One of the most effective ways to increase engagement and reach large numbers of visitors and members is...
October 10, 2021 We all know how much kids love zoos because, well, we were all kids once, and trips to the zoo are some of the fondest memories that we carry with us into adulthood It’s important to remember, however, that zoos aren’t just for kids....