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Charity auction theme idea: Money and Banking

A silent and live auction was part of a fundraising roast honoring a local banker. The theme was button-up conservative. View these photos for auction theme ideas.

PODCAST: Fundraising auction ideas for vegetables

In this podcast, benefit auctioneer Sherry Truhlar was asked to come up with some ideas on how to use vegetables in an auction. Here’s what she shared.

Fundraising auction ideas for vegetables

A group asked benefit auctioneer Sherry Truhlar how they could use vegetables in their fundraising auction. She put on her thinking cap and shared what she knew to be true.

Creative non-floral auction centerpieces from Robin Hood Foundation

Looking for a creative non-floral centerpiece? This ritzy New York benefit auction included cost-conscious centerpieces as part of its 2009 gala.

Only a few spots left for this Maryland fundraising seminar: “Maximizing your Benefit Auction: Making Everything Count in a Fragile Economy”

Benefit auctioneer Sherry Truhlar is speaking in the Annapolis area on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 in the seminar “Maximizing Your Benefit Event: Making Everything Count in a Fragile Economy.”

Five places to cut costs in your auction fundraiser. (Spend money wisely to make money.)

A recently released report substantiates the adage that “you must spend money to make money.” In a benefit auction, reduce costs in areas that have low return-on-investment, like these five.

Fundraiser Auction Entertainment at a School Action: Mechanical Bull

Looking for some entertainment ideas for your charity auction? For a western-themed auction, consider a mechanical bull. It was a popular activity at this fundraising auction for an all-boys private Catholic school.

Benefit auction table centerpieces: Should you sell them or give them away?

One way to make money at your benefit auction is to sell your auction centerpieces. Consider these two points before you decide.