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For nearly 20 years, we’ve been proud to call the University of Nebraska a valued partner—and today, we’re taking a mome...
08/14/2025

For nearly 20 years, we’ve been proud to call the University of Nebraska a valued partner—and today, we’re taking a moment to look back on one of our favorite collaborations.

One highlight? The kickoff of their Only in Nebraska fundraising campaign. An aircraft hangar transformed into an immersive experience with a custom Nebraska-shaped LED wall, 20-foot projection screens, Native American drummers, star alumni performances, and stories that moved guests to give and discover new passions for support.

At The ARC Collaborative, we don’t just produce events—we craft experiences that ignite connection and drive change.

From creative planning sessions to heartfelt interviews, from detailed technical scripts to staging, lighting, and video...
08/07/2025

From creative planning sessions to heartfelt interviews, from detailed technical scripts to staging, lighting, and video production, this event was a masterclass in crafting experiences that truly resonate.

As The ARC Collaborative’s marketing intern, I had a front-row seat to the thoughtfulness and care it takes to make an event feel effortless. And when it all comes together, you can feel it in the room.

Grateful to have been part of the Reach and Rise event at Utah State University.

Swipe through to see what made it so powerful.

You never know what a new week will bring when Monday rolls around, and this week brought a sweet surprise from our frie...
08/05/2025

You never know what a new week will bring when Monday rolls around, and this week brought a sweet surprise from our friends at Utah State University.

Thank you for the thoughtful gesture and for sharing the same appreciation we feel for you.

We’re reminded again how lucky we are to partner with such fun, kind, and generous people.

Here's to more great work together!

Just a few weeks ago, we were soaking up the California sun—and this week, we found ourselves in a New York state of min...
07/31/2025

Just a few weeks ago, we were soaking up the California sun—and this week, we found ourselves in a New York state of mind.

In partnership with Northwell Health, we had the privilege of hearing from generous donors and passionate doctors, all sharing powerful stories that uplift, educate, and empower teams to understand the true impact of philanthropy.

We had a little time to catch our breath between trips, but the inspiration keeps flowing. Different cities, different coasts, same mission: telling stories that matter and help make a difference.

Some stories are like waves…crashing and fleeting.We aim for something deeper.At The ARCC Collaborative, we design exper...
07/22/2025

Some stories are like waves…crashing and fleeting.

We aim for something deeper.

At The ARCC Collaborative, we design experiences that give your stories staying power. Our work stirs hearts and shifts futures, long after the final word is spoken or the video image fades.

Because impact isn’t measured by noise. It’s felt in the quiet pull of something deeper—like a current that keeps moving long after the wave is gone.

Our work takes us coast to coast—wherever there are stories worth telling.This week, our team found themselves in Santa ...
07/17/2025

Our work takes us coast to coast—wherever there are stories worth telling.

This week, our team found themselves in Santa Monica, walking the halls and capturing the stories of Saint John’s Health Center, where gratitude echoes, commitment radiates, and community holds it all together.

Here, philanthropy isn’t a transaction—it’s a way of life. A heartbeat. A shared belief that giving is how we grow, how we heal, how we lift one another.

We’re honored to help tell these stories—stories that stir hearts, strengthen bonds, and spark transformation.

Because when purpose meets storytelling, magic happens.

What a week. What a crowd. What a view.A heartfelt thank you to the University of Iowa organizers of the Big Ten Profess...
07/10/2025

What a week. What a crowd. What a view.

A heartfelt thank you to the University of Iowa organizers of the Big Ten Professional Development Conference for putting on such a fantastic event—and for the honor of letting us sponsor it.

We loved every moment of spending time in the stunning facilities on the University of Iowa campus:

🤝 Meeting new friends (and reconnecting with familiar ones)
🎤 Sharing ideas in our session with the amazing Annie Bougger
🎥 Showing off the work we’re so passionate about
🏟️ And yes… stepping inside Kinnick Stadium was pretty unforgettable

Here’s to playing the long game together—and to building meaningful, lasting donor relationships across campuses big and small.

We brought the videos.We brought the interaction.We (hopefully!) left you with ideas that will stick long after the sess...
07/09/2025

We brought the videos.
We brought the interaction.
We (hopefully!) left you with ideas that will stick long after the session has ended.

What a joy to take the stage at the Big Ten Development Conference alongside our longtime partner Annie Bougger from the University of Nebraska!

Together, we shared what it really means to play the long game—how strategic, story-driven events can spark lasting donor engagement and build relationships that endure.

Huge thanks to everyone who came to our presentation, stopped by our booth to chat, and reminded us why we love this work. And to Annie—who called us “the best in the business”—the feeling is mutual!

The Big Ten Development Conference is here—and we’re proud to be a sponsor of this gathering of the brightest minds in f...
07/09/2025

The Big Ten Development Conference is here—and we’re proud to be a sponsor of this gathering of the brightest minds in fundraising and advancement. We’re bringing the energy, the insights, and yes... the swag.

✅ Find us at our exhibit to catch a highlight reel featuring some of our favorite work with institutions large and small.

✅ Don’t miss our session with Annie Bougger from the University of Nebraska: "Playing the Long Game: Crafting Events That Build Lifelong Relationships and Lasting Donor Engagement." It’s packed with video, stories, and interactive moments that showcase how we help audiences see, hear, feel—and remember.

We’re excited to sponsor the Big Ten Development Conference and to share what makes our events, videos, and donor engagements unforgettable—from immersive storytelling to seamless ex*****on.

🏟️ It’s another away game for us—and this time, we’re taking the field in Iowa City!The ARC Collaborative is proud to be...
07/07/2025

🏟️ It’s another away game for us—and this time, we’re taking the field in Iowa City!

The ARC Collaborative is proud to be a sponsor of the Big 10 Development Conference, where we’ll be taking the field alongside our longtime partners and friends at the University of Nebraska Foundation to share strategies for playing the long game: crafting events that build lifelong relationships and lasting donor engagement.

We feel so fortunate to spend the next few days surrounded by peers who share our passion for helping institutions tell their stories in meaningful, engaging ways—stories that inspire connection and ultimately move people to take action for the universities they love.

And while we always look forward to this incredible gathering, it feels extra special this year to have it happening right down the road in our own backyard with our friends at the University of Iowa.

From building lifelong relationships to sparking transformative support, this conference is a celebration of what’s possible when mission-driven teams come together to learn, collaborate, and grow.

We can’t wait to connect with colleagues and friends who are just as committed to making a difference. Catch you on Game Day!

07/02/2025

🎬 Behind the Scenes: Reach and Rise

There are nights that just feel different—and this was one of them.

The ARC Collaborative partnered with Utah State University to produce Reach and Rise, a campaign event celebrating the student-athletes and coaches who define Aggie spirit.

From custom lighting cues that set the right mood and teleprompters that kept speakers connected to the crowd, to gift announcements added in real time—it was all about the tiny touches that make every moment matter.

And then there were the big moments...

Like the Tunnel of Champions, where student-athletes lined the entrance, clapping and cheering in gratitude as guests arrived. A powerful welcome. A powerful message.

Or having Super Bowl champ—and proud Aggie—Robert Turbin guide the program, filling the room with undeniable energy.
There’s a special kind of energy that comes from rallying the USU Aggies’ most loyal supporters around the student-athletes and coaches who embody grit, determination, and the true Aggie spirit.

And of course, we’re incredibly grateful for our amazing partners at Wired Production Group, whose talent and collaboration helped transform this dynamic vision from a dream into reality.

🎥 Watch for a glimpse of the behind-the-scenes magic that made this night so impactful.

At The ARC Collaborative, we’re used to creating sparks for our client partners that dazzle, inspire, and ignite possibi...
07/02/2025

At The ARC Collaborative, we’re used to creating sparks for our client partners that dazzle, inspire, and ignite possibility. But this Friday, we’ll be stepping back to enjoy the brilliance of others lighting up the night sky.

🇺🇸 In honor of Independence Day, our offices will be closed this Friday. We’ll return on Monday, recharged and ready to keep making magic together.

Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and spectacular Fourth of July weekend! 🎇

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