Silent auctions can be incredible fundraising opportunities for nonprofits and charity organizations, but planning and hosting them can pose numerous challenges. Sometimes, putting a silent auction together can even be expensive enough to eat into the proceeds that come from it! The question is: how can you plan and organize a silent auction faster, more …
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One of the often-overlooked benefits of using a digital silent auction platform is the ability to have guests bidding on items both at the event AND from the comfort of their own homes. This means more people can participate, more eyes are on your auction items, and ultimately, more revenue can be raised for your cause!
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Whether you are planning your first ever online silent auction, or your 50th, there are many important things to consider in the planning. Number of auction items may not come to mind, because at first you might think along the lines of, “more items, more bids, more revenue”. This is a common misconception as there …
Run a Mock Auction Create an auction for free, add some fun items and invite your colleagues Use other tips in this document to help get you set up Run an auction to completion to familiarize yourself with the platform Create Your Actual Auction Same as the mock auction, except now give it your actual …
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Silent auctions are often used by organizations and charities as a way to raise money for a specific cause. When most of us think of an auction, we think of a room full of people, yelling out bids on auction items being presented. A silent auction is more orderly than that. What is a Silent Auction? Just …
Creating a silent auction fundraiser used to take organizations months to achieve. Between collecting auction items from donors to organizing the event, many people found the entire process stressful and daunting. Guests sometimes voice complaints, too. Between line-ups around popular auction items to crowded rooms, many people find the traditional silent auction process cumbersome. That’s …
We share some key insights from trusted industry experts When planning a fundraising event, one of the most worthwhile ways to prepare is to take a look at what has worked for others. By studying the successes other silent auction hosts have been able to generate, you can determine which strategies would work for your …
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Guide your next silent auction to success with the most up-to-date data available When planning a fundraising event, every tiny detail matters, and has the potential to make or break the experience for your guests. From the types of items available at your silent auction, to the ambiance of your venue and how well-managed your …
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How fundraising practices are shifting in order to better meet the needs of donors When hard-working individuals make the decision to give to a cause or organization, they want to know that their contributions are making a difference. In 2019, this is a key concept that will continue to shape how people give, and what …
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