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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.

VIDEO: Creating vertical silent auction displays without using acrylic stands

If your silent auction display budget doesn’t allow you to buy acrylic stands, here are other auction ideas.

Silent auction tips: Consider entertainment, stimulation & staging

Silent auction committees can score big when they take into consideration these three points.

Wanna make more money in your silent auction? Re-read your descriptions. -Part 1

A common mistake in silent auctions is the failure to provide a clear, comprehensive description of the item for sale. Guests won’t bid the big bucks unless they know what they’re buying! Here is Part I of this series.

“Julie & Julia” silent auction idea: Use a popular movie to add a twist on auction item descriptions

Using a popular movie title to attract attention on a silent auction item is a good trick.

Creating vertical silent auction displays without using acrylic stands

If your silent auction display budget doesn’t allow for you to buy acrylic silent auction stands, here are ideas for other options.

Buying acrylic frames for your silent auction displays -and my love of eBates

Need acrylic frames for your silent auction displays? Benefit auctioneer Sherry Truhlar shares some inexpensive options for buying online.

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  St. John the Evangelist offers a Fall Gala and Auction to the parish community every two years. It’s a wonderful way to raise funds but also a fun way to celebrate with friends and family. We were asked to co-chair this year’s event.
  
  With this being our first-ever Gala to plan, the work seemed daunting. One of the first decisions we made was to hire a professional auctioneer. Not only did we hope our fundraising would increase, but we knew from talk on the street that an auctioneer would add a whole new level of fun, and did it ever! Based on several people’s recommendations, we contacted Red Apple Auctions. Sherry met with the co-chairs and the committee and we quickly knew we were on the right track! Sherry’s advice and guidance about promoting the event and trying new ideas was invaluable.
  
  Our expectations were far exceeded: On the night of our Gala and Auction, we raised almost $20,000 more than ever before AND the crowd was held captive during the live auction by the lively banter of our auctioneer. He kept us on track throughout the silent auction by highlighting noteworthy items, but also by creating a sense of “now or never” for those trying to decide when or what to bid. If your auction needs a “pick-me-up” or even just a change of pace or personality, we would highly recommend calling Red Apple. You...

  Maureen Hathway, Auction Co-Chair 2010 and Kyra Lyons, Auction Co-Chair 2010
  St. John the Evangelist School

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