Evant Product Information

Evant – SMS Community Engagement & Management Tool

Evant is a comprehensive SMS-based community management and event engagement platform designed for nonprofits, academia, and event organizers. It streamlines RSVP collection, attendee management, and targeted communication, all via text messaging and a mobile-friendly web interface. The platform emphasizes high engagement, reduced overhead, and data-driven event planning through CRM integrations and analytics.


How Evant Works

  1. Create an event or community program in Evant.
  2. Reach attendees via SMS with RSVP prompts, reminders, and targeted messages.
  3. Collect responses in real-time, track attendance, and manage participant data.
  4. Integrate with existing tools (CRM, payment systems) and use analytics to optimize engagement and fundraising.

Evant supports both in-person and virtual events. No app download is required for participants; engagement occurs through SMS and a mobile-friendly web dashboard for organizers.


Features

  • Text-to-RSVP & Event Check-In: Simple keyword-based RSVP and seamless attendance tracking.
  • Targeted Messaging & Scheduled Sends: Personalize communications and schedule reminders at optimal times.
  • CRM Integration & Event Analytics: Centralized member data, engagement insights, and performance dashboards.
  • Fundraising & Text-to-Donate: Collect donations via SMS and track fundraising activity.
  • Custom Flows & Onboarding: Tailored onboarding journeys and workflow automation.
  • Robust Case Studies & Social Proof: Real-world results from universities, religious organizations, and nonprofits.

Why Evant

  • High engagement rates: SMS delivers rapid responses with high open/read rates.
  • Time savings: Automate RSVP collection, reminders, and attendee management to reduce staff workload.
  • Data-driven decisions: Use engagement analytics and CRM data to tailor content and optimize events.
  • Flexible event types: Manage school events, weddings, parties, conferences, fundraisers, religious services, virtual events, and more.
  • Accessibility: No app installation required for participants; web-based admin access is mobile-friendly.

Use Cases & Case Studies

  • UC Berkeley Hillel Transformed Their Operations with Evant – Transformative results in operations and engagement.
  • Hillel of Rochester: 95% attendance rate using text-based RSVPs.
  • Ohio University Chabad: 150+ events powered by Evant’s text messaging solution.
  • Chabad at Binghamton: Close to 100,000 RSVPs for events through Evant.

Getting Started

  • Start Free: Try Evant and explore its features with no upfront commitment.
  • Tour the Platform: See how Evant integrates with your existing tools and workflows.

FAQ Highlights

  • What types of events can I manage? A wide variety including school events, weddings, parties, corporate events, fundraisers, religious services, conferences, sports, and virtual events.
  • Do participants need to install an app? No; interaction is via SMS and a mobile-friendly web interface.
  • Is there a limit on organizers? No limit to the number of people from your organization who can access Evant.
  • What analytics are available? Sign-ups, RSVPs, messages sent, deliverability, total events/users, and more.
  • How are payments handled? Evant integrates with Stripe to transfer collected funds to bank accounts.
  • Can I provide feature requests? Yes—Evant welcomes feedback to guide feature development.

Pricing & Support

  • Flexible pricing with a no-commitment option and ongoing customer support, including tutorial videos and 24/7 availability for questions.

Case Studies Highlights

  • UC Berkeley Hillel Transformed Their Operations with Evant: Demonstrates operational efficiency and improved engagement.
  • Hillel Rochester: Achieved 95% attendance with SMS RSVPs.
  • Chabad at OU: 150+ events powered by Evant’s text messaging.
  • Chabad of Binghamton: Nearly 100,000 RSVPs driven by Evant.

Get Started

Elevate your community, save time, and boost engagement with Evant. Get started today and build stronger relationships with your members through timely, personalized SMS communication.