FREEBIE teleclass: 5 Myths Holding You Back from Making Big Money in Your Fundraiser Auction

Sherry is hosting another FREEBIE teleclass! This one is on the Five Myths Held by Auction Chairs and will be held on Wednesday, December 2, 2009.

Part 2: Ah HA! About those outlandish benefit auction ideas? I’ve got photos.

I love creativity, especially when it’s fun and a tad off-the-wall, as these photos show. At this school auction, one parent got into the spirit by dressing as a mime to sell raffle tickets in front of the school.

Speaking to Rotary Club of Baltimore about benefit auction ideas

Fundraising auctioneer Sherry Truhlar spoke to The Rotary Club of Baltimore about benefit auctions. In this post, she shares her observations about what makes this Club special.

Tips to Reduce No-Shows at Your Benefit Auction

No-shows at your auction fundraiser gala are disappointing for many reasons. Here are some strategies for reducing the number of no-shows to ensure your auction is a smashing success!

Shrink those floral centerpieces at your benefit auction

Sherry gives three tips for selecting your fresh floral centerpiece arrangement for your benefit auction.

The one thing to NEVER say on stage at a benefit auction.

Sherry talks about the one subject you should never, ever let your spokespeople mention. Then she gives some suggestions of what they should be talking about.

One economic perk – hotels now offer discounts.

Hotels are offering some incentives, and here’s how your benefit auction could take advantage of them.