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Successful silent auctions depend on more than just the efforts of organizers and sponsors.  You can choose the perfect venue and get tons of awesome donation items for your event—but you’ve also got to make sure people in the community know about it and are excited to participate. Of course, generating awareness of your upcoming […]

Silent auctions are a great way to raise money for your school or non-profit group, but sometimes collecting unique items can be difficult. You need creative, memorable items that will not only generate excitement with your guests but also help you raise enough money to meet your fundraising goals. Need ideas for unique auction items

Want to make your next charity auction a success? You’ll have to spend some time thinking about what you’re auctioning off as well as how you’re setting up the event. One of the realities of charity auctions is that some items simply get more interest from buyers than others. Fortunately, Bid Beacon has helped many

Little details can make or break a charitable event, so you can never do enough research. The more data you have, the more you’ll know about how to attract guests, keep them happy, and encourage them to participate in your fundraiser. We’ve put together an updated list of useful fundraising statistics so you can arm

Auctions can be great fundraisers—if you maximize your proceeds by steering clear of errors. Here are 10 mistakes to avoid with your next auction.

Hosting a silent auction can be an excellent way for organizations to raise money, but many hosts struggle with the finer details. Setting starting bids for items is a common source of confusion—many first-time silent auction hosts (and even a few experienced event planners) need help to do it properly. But setting the right starting

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!

Learn how to maximize funds raised at your charity golf fundraiser. Online silent auctions allow golfers to bid while they play, increasing bid and engagement!

Learn what a silent auction is, how it works, how much organizations typically raise, and how online bidding increases revenue with Bid Beacon.

Learn about the benefits of using a digital app to run a silent auction and how Bid Beacon can help.