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Watching your nonprofit silent auction go up in smoke (positively)
Cigars and related paraphernalia are hot items for your nonprofit silent auction. Here are ideas on what to procure.
4 steps to find your 501(c)(3) number for charity auction donation letters
If you aren’t sure what your charity’s tax ID number is, here’s how to find it online.
What charity auction and silent auction chairs researched in 2011
This list of the most popular blog posts and video blogs from 2011 will get auction committees up-to-speed for the New Year.
Charity Auction 2012 trends: we are still talking technology and always talking food
2012 charity auctions will be tapping into electronic bidding and online auctions. Cake pops and petite desserts are sure to make a show too.
VIDEO: Headed outside? Tips for tents as charity auction venues
Tents are a popular venue for spring and fall auction galas. This post shares tips on what to consider before you commit to the canvas.
VIDEO: Auction Procurement Idea: Holiday Trees to Increase Your Benefit Auction Profits
If you’re holding a late November or December benefit auction, a holiday tree is a great addition to your live or silent auction procurement strategy.
VIDEO: Who opens the headline entertainment at your charity auction?
This gala incorporates an auction and headline entertainment to raise $1+ million. Watch snippets of two acts in these videos.
VIDEO: Silence Doesn’t Sell. Charity Auctions Need Sound Systems
A good sound system is imperative for your benefit auction. Sherry Truhlar offers some common questions and answers on the topic.
What would you tell your younger (pre-auction) self?
New to benefit auction planning? Join Sherry in this free call to hear what experienced Auction Chairs wish they could share with their pre-auction self.
Headed outside? Tips for tents as charity auction venues
Tents are a popular venue for spring and fall auction galas. This post shares tips on what to consider before you commit to the canvas.
