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# Bid Beacon

The Easiest Silent Auction App. Increase Your Fundraising And Thrill Your Guests.

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## Posts

- [How to Get Silent Auction Donations from Local Businesses: A Nonprofit Guide](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-get-silent-auction-donations-from-local-businesses/) - Learn how to approach local businesses for silent auction donations, including who to target, what to say, and how Bid Beacon helps you give donors the recognition they deserve.
- [Silent Auction vs Live Auction: Which Format Raises More for Nonprofits?](https://bidbeacon.com/silent-auction-vs-live-auction/) - Deciding between a silent auction and live auction for your nonprofit fundraiser? Compare costs, revenue potential, and donor reach to find the right format.
- [Best Silent Auction Software for Nonprofits, Schools & Churches: A Side-by-Side Breakdown](https://bidbeacon.com/best-silent-auction-software-for-nonprofits-schools-churches/) - Nonprofits, schools, and churches all have different needs. Find out which silent auction software features matter most for your organization.
- [How to Promote a School Silent Auction to Maximize Attendance & Bids](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-promote-a-school-silent-auction-to-maximize-attendance-and-bids/) - Struggling to get parents to show up and bid? Learn proven strategies to promote your school silent auction and maximize participation with Bid Beacon.
- [30+ Creative Fundraising Ideas for Schools & Teams](https://bidbeacon.com/creative-fundraising-ideas-for-schools-and-teams/) - From silent auctions to color runs, discover 30+ creative fundraising ideas for schools, sports teams, and clubs. Start raising more today.
- [Donor Retention Strategies: How to Turn One-Time Donors Into Lifelong Supporters](https://bidbeacon.com/donor-retention-strategies/) - Read this blog to find out how to move from transactional fundraising to relationship-driven donor retention, and raise more for your cause for the long-term!
- [The 20 Best Silent Auction Items That Attract Bids](https://bidbeacon.com/most-popular-silent-auction-items/) - Browse and shop the 20 best silent auction items we've seen plenty of silent auction success with, including electronics, sports equipment, watches, and more.
- [10 Silent Auction Items That Sell Well](https://bidbeacon.com/best-selling-silent-auction-items/) - These silent auction items that sell well have historically performed excellently at fundraisers. Use these to raise the value of your items and get more bids.
- [20 Unique Silent Auction Item Ideas](https://bidbeacon.com/best-unique-silent-auction-items/) - Looking for unique silent auction item ideas for your fundraiser? Browse our selection of creative items to increase engagement and excitement.
- [10 Inexpensive Silent Auction Ideas](https://bidbeacon.com/best-inexpensive-silent-auction-items/) - Maximize the success of your silent auction with these inexpensive silent auction ideas that balance cost effectiveness with appeal.
- [10 In-Demand Golf Silent Auction Items for Tournaments & Fundraisers](https://bidbeacon.com/best-golf-silent-auction-items/) - From clubs and bags to rangefinders and other tools, you'll find that these golf silent auction items consistently drive interest at your fundraisers.
- [10 Awesome Silent Auction Donation Ideas](https://bidbeacon.com/best-items-to-donate-to-silent-auctions/) - Contribute these silent auction donation ideas to your next fundraiser, and help raise more money for a great cause.
- [What Is a Silent Auction And How Do They Work?](https://bidbeacon.com/what-is-a-silent-auction-and-how-do-they-work/) - Learn what a silent auction is, how it works, how much organizations typically raise, and how online bidding increases revenue with Bid Beacon.
- [4 Ways Bid Beacon Makes Your Online Silent Auction Easy](https://bidbeacon.com/4-ways-bid-beacon-makes-your-online-silent-auction-easy/) - In this article, we show you 4 ways that Bid Beacon makes hosting your silent auction online easy for you and attendees online & in person.
- [Why You Should Use a Silent Auction App](https://bidbeacon.com/why-you-should-use-a-silent-auction-app/) - Learn about the benefits of using a digital app to run a silent auction and how Bid Beacon can help.
- [Collect Payments](https://bidbeacon.com/bid-beacon-payment-guide/) - Understand the different payment options and steps to setting them up.
- [The 10 Best Items to Auction for Charity](https://bidbeacon.com/the-10-best-items-to-auction-for-charity/) - What are the best items to have at your charity auction? Find out here with our top 10 choices, and get tips for making sure your guests bid on them.
- [10 Raffle Gift Basket Ideas That Will Always Attract Bids](https://bidbeacon.com/raffle-gift-baskets-that-will-always-attract-bids/) - If you’re looking for raffle basket ideas to attract high bids at your fundraiser, use any of these 10 options from Bid Beacon.
- [Closing Your Auction](https://bidbeacon.com/auction-close-procedure/) - How to view auction results, export reports, and manage payments.
- [How to Host the Best Golf Tournament Silent Auction](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-host-the-best-golf-tournament-silent-auction/) - If you want to host the best golf tournament silent auction possible, read this guide from Bid Beacon for effective tips, tricks, and tools.
- [13 Trends in Fundraising You Need to Know for 2024](https://bidbeacon.com/13-fundraising-trends-in-2024/) - As we step into 2024, the landscape of fundraising is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and changing donor expectations. See the 13 trends.
- [How to Leverage Social Media for Effective Fundraising](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-leverage-social-media-for-effective-fundraising/) - Discover how to leverage social media for effective fundraising with actionable strategies and tips on engaging your audience with this comprehensive guide.
- [Get the Big Bids! Silent Auction Ideas, Strategies & More](https://bidbeacon.com/get-the-big-bids-silent-auction-ideas-strategies-more/) - Learn how to maximize winning bids with high-value silent auction ideas, higher bidder engagement, and the right online auction platform with Bid Beacon.
- [Tried & Tested Silent Auction Basket Ideas That Drive Bids](https://bidbeacon.com/silent-auction-basket-ideas/) - Learn which silent auction basket ideas will drive bids at your fundraiser and how to create an appealing basket with Bid Beacon.
- [How To Choose the Best Silent Auction Items for Your Fundraiser](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-choose-the-best-silent-auction-items/) - Discover how to choose the best silent auction items that are relevant, unique, valued, and desirable for your next silent auction with Bid Beacon.
- [Silent Auction Ideas to Make Your Event a Success](https://bidbeacon.com/silent-auction-ideas-for-event-success/) - Get inspired with innovative silent auction ideas. Discover how to attract bidders, set strategic goals, and maximize fundraising efforts for a standout event.
- [Exciting Silent Auction Items That Sell Well](https://bidbeacon.com/exciting-silent-auction-items-that-sell-well/) - Find exciting silent auction items that sell well and attract bids. From travel experiences to tech gadgets, maximize your next event’s fundraising success.
- [How to Make a Silent Auction Donation Request (+Free Template)](https://bidbeacon.com/silent-auction-donation-request-template/) - Need to make a silent auction donation request? Learn how to do it right or download the free template from Bid Beacon.
- [The Psychology of Mobile Bidding & How Online Silent Auctions Drive Success](https://bidbeacon.com/the-psychology-of-mobile-bidding-how-online-silent-auctions-drive-success/) - Learn why silent auctions are so effective through the psychology of mobile bidding. Discover auction success tips with Bid Beacon.
- [How to Pick the Perfect Online Silent Auction Website for Your Fundraiser](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-pick-the-perfect-online-silent-auction-website/) - Learn how to pick an online silent auction website that meets your organization's needs. We cover 8 topics to help you select a platform for your fundraiser.
- [10 Game-Changing Silent Auction Rules](https://bidbeacon.com/10-game-changing-silent-auction-rules/) - If you want to plan the best silent auction possible, read these 10 game-changing silent auction rules from Bid Beacon.
- [Silent Auction vs. Raffle Fundraiser: What’s Better?](https://bidbeacon.com/silent-auction-vs-raffle-fundraiser/) - What’s better, a silent auction or a raffle fundraiser? Discover the benefits of each and how to use both for maximum success.
- [Plan a Successful Fundraising Event in 10 Steps](https://bidbeacon.com/plan-a-succesful-fundraising-event-in-10-steps/) - Learn how to plan a successful fundraising event in 10 straightforward steps with the help of an effective silent auction platform.
- [Spring Fundraising Ideas to Boost Your Success](https://bidbeacon.com/spring-fundraising-ideas-to-boost-success/) - Looking for spring fundraising ideas? From silent auctions to online raffles, these ideas for spring will help you maximize donations and engage supporters!
- [How to Create an Awareness Campaign for Your Fundraiser](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-create-an-awareness-campaign-for-your-fundraiser/) - If you'd like to create an awareness campaign for your fundraiser or silent auction that helps you reach your goals, check out this blog from Bid Beacon.
- [Why Online Bidding Is Becoming More Popular for Fundraisers](https://bidbeacon.com/why-online-bidding-is-becoming-more-popular-for-fundraisers/) - Discover how online bidding makes silent auctions more accessible, competitive, and profitable. Learn why digital auctions increase fundraising success!
- [How to Promote a Fundraiser & Boost Silent Auction Registrations](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-boost-silent-auction-registrations-for-event-success/) - If you’d like to learn how to promote a fundraiser and boost silent auction registrations, check out this blog from Bid Beacon.
- [A Simplified Silent Auction Template for Fundraising Success](https://bidbeacon.com/silent-auction-template-for-fundraising-success/) - This Bid Beacon silent auction template is an effective tool to plan your event, boost bids, and reach your fundraising goals. Perfect for all fundraisers.
- [Generate More Online Bids With Thrilling Silent Auction Items](https://bidbeacon.com/generate-more-online-bids/) - Explore thrilling silent auction items, expert presentation tips, and promotion strategies to generate more online bids — brought to you by Bid Beacon.
- [Golf Tournament Fundraisers: 5 Easy Ways to Raise More](https://bidbeacon.com/golf-tournament-fundraisers-5-easy-ways-to-raise-more/) - If you'd like to raise more money at your golf tournament fundraiser and have more fun, check out these 5 easy tips from Bid Beacon!
- [Are Silent Auction Items Tax Deductible?](https://bidbeacon.com/are-silent-auction-items-tax-deductible/) - Find out if you can deduct a silent auction item from your taxes that you donated or bought with Bid Beacon.
- [How to Set Up a Silent Auction in 30 Minutes](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-set-up-a-silent-auction-in-30-minutes/) - A simple guide to setting up an online silent auction for fundraisers, schools, and nonprofits—no experience required.
- [Silent Auction Bid Sheets or Bidding Apps: What's Better?](https://bidbeacon.com/silent-auction-bid-sheets-or-bidding-apps/) - Bid Beacon compares silent auction bid sheets vs. mobile bidding apps to help you choose the best option—and explains why many events are going digital.
- [Host Unique Animal Rescue Fundraisers and Make a Difference](https://bidbeacon.com/host-unique-animal-rescue-fundraisers/) - Explore top tips for animal rescue fundraisers and see how Bid Beacon's online silent auctions can help you raise more for your local shelter or SPCA.
- [How Online Auctions Drive Fundraising Results in Big Ways](https://bidbeacon.com/how-online-auctions-drive-fundraising-results-in-big-ways/) - Discover why fundraisers are turning to online auctions and how Bid Beacon helps organizations raise more with mobile bidding tools.
- [Make Quarterly Mini Auctions Part of Your Annual Fundraising Plan](https://bidbeacon.com/make-quarterly-mini-auctions-part-of-your-annual-fundraising-plan/) - Planning a fundraiser takes a lot of effort, as does hosting an auction. Learn about quarterly mini auctions & their many benefits with Bid Beacon.
- [How Items on Consignment Help Silent Auctions Raise More Money ](https://bidbeacon.com/how-items-on-consignment-help-silent-auctions/) - Items on consignment can engage more bidders and boost revenue. See how Bid Beacon helps fundraisers run silent auctions with top consignment items.
- [10 Silent Auction Best Practices to Increase Engagement](https://bidbeacon.com/10-silent-auction-best-practices-to-increase-engagement/) - Discover 10 silent auction best practices to increase engagement during your fundraiser and hit your fundraising goals with Bid Beacon.
- [How to Create a Silent Auction Bid Sheet That Gets More Bids (+ Free Template)](https://bidbeacon.com/silent-auction-bid-sheet-template/) - Learn how to create a silent auction bid sheet that drives more bids. See what to include, common mistakes, and download a free template.
- [Sample Banner Image](https://bidbeacon.com/sample-banner-image/) - Make your auction unique by uploading a perfectly sized banner image.
- [Bid Beacon vs. Zeffy Review: Which Silent Auction Platform Should You Use?](https://bidbeacon.com/bid-beacon-vs-zeffy-review/) - In this Bid Beacon vs. Zeffy review, learn the difference in features between the silent auction platforms, their setup, ease of use, support, and prices.
- [Free (& Simple) 2026 Fundraising Calendar](https://bidbeacon.com/free-2026-fundraising-calendar/) - Make your year easier and raise more with this free and simple to use fundraising calendar for 2026 from Bid Beacon.
- [How to Run a Silent Auction & Surpass Fundraising Goals](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-run-a-silent-auction-and-surpass-fundraising-goals/) - Wondering how to run a silent auction and surpass fundraising goals? Discover what we’ve learned after 2,000+ silent auctions online with Bid Beacon.
- [Racine Christian School](https://bidbeacon.com/case-study-rcs/) - See how Racine Christian School overcame traditional paper and in-person auctions by adopting an online platform in Bid Beacon.
- [KMG Events Golf Tournament](https://bidbeacon.com/case-study-kmg-events-golf-tournament/) - Learn how KMG Events moved away from the traditional way of running silent auctions with pen and paper, and increased engagement with Bid Beacon.
- [Add Your Items](https://bidbeacon.com/video-bid-beacon-adding-auction-items/) - Read about the different item types and how to add them to your silent auction.
- [Admin Auction Guide](https://bidbeacon.com/admin-auction-guide/) - Here is a step-by-step guide on how auction admins can register with Bid Beacon and create a free silent auction.
- [New Enhancements to Reporting and Item Image Upload](https://bidbeacon.com/improvements-to-auction-reporting-and-image-uploading/) - The latest Bid Beacon update is giving admins more tools to streamline auction setup with reporting and item image upload enhancements. See what's changing.
- [10 Mistakes to Avoid With Your Next Auction](https://bidbeacon.com/10-mistakes-to-avoid-with-your-next-auction/) - 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.
- [Product Release: Version 6.4](https://bidbeacon.com/product-release-version-6-4/) - With this latest release, we’ve made the guest bidding experience smoother than ever before! Check out all the latest changes to Bid Beacon.
- [What Does CommuniBee Suite Mean for Bid Beacon? ](https://bidbeacon.com/what-does-communibee-suite-mean-for-bid-beacon/) - Bid Beacon has just released its biggest update ever! Our main goal is to give fundraisers complete control over all areas of their fundraising events.
- [Charity Silent Auction](https://bidbeacon.com/charity-silent-auction/) - Breast Friends in an Edmonton-based charity that fundraises throughout the year to allow breast cancer survivors to live their lives to the fullest.
- [10 Great Ways to Generate Awareness of Your Silent Auction](https://bidbeacon.com/10-great-ways-to-generate-awareness-of-your-silent-auction/) - Want to know how to make other people take interest in your upcoming silent auction? Here are 10 great ways to help generate awareness in your community.
- [How to Set Starting Bids at a Silent Auction](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-set-starting-bids-at-a-silent-auction/) - Starting bids can make or break a silent auction, but how can you set them correctly? Find out here, and get tips for making your silent auction a success.
- [Run a Silent Auction at Virtually Zero Cost](https://bidbeacon.com/run-a-silent-auction-at-virtually-zero-cost/) - Looking for a cost-effective, silent auction platform for your next fundraiser? With Bid Beacon’s surcharge feature, save big on all your fundraising events.
- [Setting up with Stripe](https://bidbeacon.com/setting-up-with-stripe/) - Learn how to integrate Stripe into your silent auction.
- [Setting Up With Square](https://bidbeacon.com/setting-up-with-square/) - Follow the steps to setup online payment using Square.
- [Setting up with PayPal](https://bidbeacon.com/setting-up-with-paypal/) - Follow the steps to setup online payment using PayPal.
- [Set up Express Banking](https://bidbeacon.com/express-banking/) - Express Banking through Stripe Connect makes payouts quick and easy. Learn how to get set up now.
- [How Bid Beacon Accommodates Users With Tech Aversion](https://bidbeacon.com/how-bid-beacon-accommodates-users-with-tech-aversion/) - Discover how our silent auctions app can benefit even your least tech savvy guests It is indisputable that as a society we are becoming more and more accustomed to using smartphones and other forms of technology. In fact, 98 percent of citizens in the US now own and use a smartphone. Yet, despite the incredible speed at
- [Recap: How The Riverhawks Community Foundation Raised Over $131,000](https://bidbeacon.com/case-study-recap-riverhawks-community-foundation/) - Summer 2024 saw the Edmonton Riverhawks Community Foundation digitize their fundraising efforts with Bid Beacon, Raffle Rocket, and CommuniBee. Find out how.
- [Building Community Through Online Silent Auctions](https://bidbeacon.com/building-community-through-online-silent-auctions/) - Silent auctions aren't just a great way to raise funds for a cause - they're also a fantastic tool for bringing people together and building a community!
- [3 Ways Bid Beacon Can Help You Raise More Funds (And Keep a Higher Percentage!)](https://bidbeacon.com/3-ways-bid-beacon-can-help-you-raise-more-funds-and-keep-a-higher-percentage/) - Increase the profitability of your fundraising events with our comprehensive mobile bidding app Ultimately, every business or organization that hosts a silent auction shares the same end goal: to raise as many funds as possible for a specific initiative. Thus, maximizing the profitability of these events is always a priority. The issue, however, is that
- [Recap: Exciting Fundraising Initiatives Take Flight](https://bidbeacon.com/recap-exciting-fundraising-initiatives-take-flight/) - This season, the Edmonton Riverhawks are soaring to new heights with dynamic fundraising activities powered by Bid Beacon and other Launch57 fundraising tools.
- [Adding Administrators](https://bidbeacon.com/adding-administrators/) - Create additional admins to help set up and manage your auction.
- [Product Release: Version 6.2](https://bidbeacon.com/product-release-version-6-2/) - Bid Beacon's next major update is now live and with it, Bid Beacon's app received a new user interface. We've also included some new features and quality of life improvements for admins and guests!
- [A Guide to Choosing Silent Auction Items That Sell](https://bidbeacon.com/a-guide-to-choosing-silent-auction-items-that-sell/) - Impress your guests with these highly-coveted auction items There are many factors that must come together in order to create a successful silent auction fundraiser. From the venue, to the check-out area, and managing your organizing committee, each aspect of your auction has to be well-executed in order to achieve your desired results. But perhaps
- [3 Valuable Silent Auction Lessons From Seasoned Event Planning Professionals](https://bidbeacon.com/3-valuable-silent-auction-lessons-from-seasoned-event-planning-professionals/) - 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
- [Perfecting Golf Fundraising Events](https://bidbeacon.com/golf-fundraiser/) - 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!
- [The Team at Bid Beacon Attended GO WEST 23](https://bidbeacon.com/bid-beacon-at-go-west/) - Bid Beacon attended the GO WEST event in Edmonton, Alberta to showcase the power of online silent auctions, and how event planners can raise more during events!
- [Product Release: Version 6.5](https://bidbeacon.com/product-release-version-6-5/) - Get ready for Bid Beacon's latest release, which is packed with exciting new features and enhancements! From minor changes to brand new functionality!
- [Popular Silent Auction Item Ideas for School Fundraisers](https://bidbeacon.com/popular-silent-auction-item-ideas-for-school-fundraisers/) - What items are likely to raise the most money at silent auctions for school fundraisers? Here are a few popular suggestions.
- [Guest Quick Start Guide](https://bidbeacon.com/bid-beacon-quick-start-guests/) - Learn how to join an auction, bid on items, and pay for your winnings.
- [Why Bid Beacon Offers Extended Bidding (And How You Can Control It)](https://bidbeacon.com/why-bid-beacon-offers-extended-bidding-and-how-you-can-control-it/) - Learn more about this powerful feature and its customizable function When non-profit organizations invest in a silent auction platform, they want to ensure they are getting a solution that will boost the profitability of their event while simultaneously keeping guests more engaged. For charity organizations in particular, this is essential, since their ability to continue
- [Invite Your Guests](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-share-your-bid-beacon-silent-auction-invite-link/) - Learn about all the different ways admins can invite guests to the auction.
- [Guest Bidding](https://bidbeacon.com/guest-bidding/) - Get auction guests up to speed on all the ways to bid in an auction.
- [Product Release: New Look, New Features!](https://bidbeacon.com/product-release-new-look-new-features/) - Bid Beacon's major product release is now live, and it's packed with new and improved features. Read our full release & start your free auction today!
- [10 Fundraising Statistics to Help Your Next Charitable Event](https://bidbeacon.com/10-fundraising-statistics/) - Fundraising is easier when you know what works and what doesn’t. These 10 statistics can help you plan your next charitable event effectively.
- [How to Use Your Silent Auction App to Make Your Next Fundraiser More Social](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-use-your-silent-auction-app-to-make-your-next-fundraiser-more-social/) - Get your guests buzzing about your fundraiser by following these simple steps The more interactive and engaging your silent auction event is, the more likely it is that your guests will have a good time and participate in bidding on your auction items. After all, happy guests stay longer, giving them more time to consider
- [Art Gallery Auction](https://bidbeacon.com/case-study-art-auction/) - We are always looking for ways to expand it and one of our biggest expansions was Bid Beacon and introducing that virtual bidding platform for us.
- [Product Release: Version 6.1](https://bidbeacon.com/product-release-version-6-1/) - Bid Beacon's next major update is now live and with it, new features and quality of life improvements for both admins and guests!
- [How to Get Your Guests Ready for Mobile Bidding](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-get-your-guests-ready-for-mobile-bidding/) - Our top tips for preparing your guests for a modernized silent auction experience Including a mobile silent auction app as part of your fundraiser is a great way to take your event to the next level. It shows that you are ahead-of-the-curve and understand the benefits that come with using technology to simplify your job.
- [3 Tips for Reaching Out to Bidders After Your Silent Auction](https://bidbeacon.com/3-tips-for-reaching-out-to-bidders-after-your-silent-auction/) - Keep guests engaged with your cause by following up with them after your event Your silent auction fundraiser is now over. You’ve hosted a successful event that has helped your organization move toward your overall goals. But now that the big day has come to an end, how are you going to follow up with
- [3 Ways to Prepare for Your Mobile Silent Auction](https://bidbeacon.com/3-ways-to-prepare-for-your-mobile-silent-auction/) - Prepare your silent auction event for success with these helpful tips When you make the decision to invest in a mobile app for your silent auction, you open up a whole new world of possibilities when it comes to preparing for your event. Traditionally, silent auction hosts spend the weeks and days prior to their
- [The Do's and Don'ts of a Mobile Charity Auction - Part 1: The Do's](https://bidbeacon.com/the-dos-and-donts-of-a-mobile-charity-auction-part-1-the-dos/) - Unlock the full potential of your fundraising event by following these simple guidelines When organizing a fundraising event for your non-profit organization, there are many priorities in mind, and several desired outcomes that need to be accomplished. Of course, the primary of these is ensuring that your charity auction is profitable, and that your organization
- [How to Make Your Christmas Silent Auction a Success](https://bidbeacon.com/how-to-make-your-christmas-silent-auction-a-success/) - Tis the season when we start organizing silent auctions to raise money for our favourite charities. Make your Christmas silent auction awesome by going digital! It’s that time of year again where countless organizations gather up donations and organize silent auction fundraisers to help raise money for their favorite charities. In many organizations this has become an
- [End Your Year on a High Note With These Holiday Silent Auction Tips](https://bidbeacon.com/end-your-year-on-a-high-note-with-these-holiday-silent-auction-tips/) - We discuss how to turn your Christmas fundraiser into the most successful night of the year Non-profit organizations and businesses alike often engage in fundraising initiatives during the holidays. After all, nearly one third of annual giving occurs in December. So, there really is no better time to host a silent auction or philanthropic event. December
- [The Evolution of Fundraising (And The Role of Mobile Apps)](https://bidbeacon.com/the-evolution-of-fundraising-and-the-role-of-mobile-apps/) - 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
- [5 New Fundraising Statistics to Consider Before Your Next Charitable Event](https://bidbeacon.com/5-new-fundraising-statistics-to-consider-before-your-next-charitable-event/) - 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
- [Tips on Marketing Your Silent Auction Fundraiser](https://bidbeacon.com/marketing-your-silent-auction-fundraiser/) - Wondering how to promote your upcoming silent auction? Here’s some marketing tips and tricks to maximize impact and exposure of your auction fundraiser.

## Pages

- [Home - 2022](https://bidbeacon.com/) - The easy, affordable silent auction app! Bid Beacon offers fundraisers the best way to manage their silent auction. Available via web, Android, & iOS!
- [Contact](https://bidbeacon.com/contact-us/) - Have questions? Contact Bid Beacon for platform support, partnership opportunities, or help launching your next silent auction.
- [Auction Item Ideas](https://bidbeacon.com/auction-item-ideas/) - Find top silent auction item ideas that attract bids and raise more money. Explore popular, creative, and profitable items for your next fundraiser.
- [FAQ](https://bidbeacon.com/faq/) - Get answers to common questions about Bid Beacon’s silent auction software, setup, payments, and pricing.
- [Account Deletion](https://bidbeacon.com/account-deletion/) - Submit a request to delete your Bid Beacon account and personal data. We make account removal fast and secure.
- [Blog](https://bidbeacon.com/blog/) - Explore our blog for expert fundraising advice, silent auction ideas, and success stories from event planners and nonprofits using Bid Beacon.
- [Support](https://bidbeacon.com/support/) - Need help? Visit Bid Beacon’s support center for setup guides, troubleshooting, and tips to run your silent auction smoothly.
- [How It Works](https://bidbeacon.com/features/) - Discover Bid Beacon’s easy-to-use silent auction software. Mobile bidding, instant payments, and quick event setup—all in one powerful platform.
- [Pricing](https://bidbeacon.com/pricing-old-precbs/) - The most flexible pricing, you choose between Risk-Free percent model, or pay a flat rate. Either way, you have access to prime features & exceptional service.
- [Privacy Policy](https://bidbeacon.com/privacy-policy/) - Learn how Bid Beacon protects your data and privacy while using our silent auction platform.
- [Who We Serve](https://bidbeacon.com/who-we-serve/) - Bid Beacon helps schools, nonprofits, and event planners run easy, affordable online silent auctions with our all-in-one fundraising software.
- [Terms of Service](https://bidbeacon.com/terms-of-service/) - Review Bid Beacon’s terms of service for use of our online silent auction platform, features, and fundraising tools.
- [Bid Beacon Pricing](https://bidbeacon.com/pricing/) - No hidden fees or surprises. Explore Bid Beacon’s transparent pricing—start your online silent auction free today!
- [Bid Beacon - Built for Speed and Robustness](https://bidbeacon.com/bid-beacon-built-for-speed-and-robustness/) - Peace of mind that we can run your auction with load balanced servers and caching for performance and replicated database for real-time backups and failover!

## Landing Pages

- [Announcing CommuniBee Suite for Fundraisers](https://bidbeacon.com/announcing-communibee-suite-for-fundraisers/) - In Spring 2023, we will be releasing the CommuniBee Suite, an all-in-one solution to help organizations manage their fundraising processes from start to finish.
- [Fundraising Professionals](https://bidbeacon.com/fundraising-professionals/) - Silent Auction Fundraisers for AFP members
- [Bid Beacon Get Started](https://bidbeacon.com/start-a-silent-auction/) - Fundraising at a distance has never been so easy! Register for a free online auction with Bid Beacon. Get Started Easy and fun fundraising Bid Beacon is an online silent auction platform for fundraisers, event planners, sports groups, animal rescues, churches, artists, schools and so many other amazing organizations looking for ways to raise funds. We

## Categories

- [Blog](https://bidbeacon.com/category/blog/)
- [Case Studies](https://bidbeacon.com/category/case-studies/)
- [Getting Started](https://bidbeacon.com/category/getting-started/) - Used on Support page.
- [Online Payment Providers](https://bidbeacon.com/category/online-payment-providers/) - Used on Stripe, Square, PayPal, posts.
- [Auction Creation](https://bidbeacon.com/category/getting-started/auction-creation/) - Used on Create Your Auction post.
- [Product Update](https://bidbeacon.com/category/product-update/) - For all product releases, news, and information about Bid Beacon
- [Auction Item Ideas](https://bidbeacon.com/category/auction-item-ideas/) - Used for Affiliate link style blog posts