Glossary
Volunteer & Events

Post Event Survey

By: Alec Hollingsworth
Updated:  
July 16, 2025

Definition:

A Post Event Survey collects participant feedback after an event to evaluate its success and identify opportunities for improvement.
A Post Event Survey is a structured questionnaire distributed to participants after an event to collect feedback on their experiences, satisfaction, and suggestions for improvement. Nonprofits use these surveys to assess the effectiveness of their events, measure attendee engagement, and identify areas for growth. Surveys may include questions on logistics, content, speakers, venue, and overall impact. The insights gained from post event surveys inform future planning, help demonstrate accountability to stakeholders, and provide valuable data for reporting purposes. By systematically gathering responses, organizations can make data-driven decisions to enhance future events and better achieve their missions.

Key Takeaways

  • Collects valuable participant feedback
  • Informs future event planning
  • Demonstrates accountability to stakeholders
  • Improves attendee engagement
  • Supports data-driven decision making

Why It Matters

It helps nonprofits improve events, increase engagement, and demonstrate impact to stakeholders.

Real World Example

After hosting its annual fundraising gala, a nonprofit sends a post event survey to all attendees via email. The survey asks questions about the event’s organization, the quality of the program, and whether attendees felt inspired to support the cause. Based on responses, the nonprofit learns that guests appreciated the keynote speaker but found the check-in process slow. Using this feedback, the organization streamlines registration for the following year and selects speakers that match attendee interests. By acting on survey results, the nonprofit increases satisfaction and boosts donor retention at future events.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Post Event Survey?

A Post Event Survey is a tool used by nonprofits to gather feedback from event participants, helping to measure success and identify areas for improvement.

Why should nonprofits use post event surveys?

Post event surveys provide actionable insights that help organizations improve future events, increase engagement, and demonstrate impact to stakeholders.

How can Keela help with post event surveys?

Keela lets nonprofits create, distribute, and track post event surveys, storing feedback within participant profiles for seamless analysis and follow-up.

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