Fundraising gala auctioneer Sherry Truhlar

Benefit Auctions Blog

Selling a puppy at the benefit auction? Take steps to protect the dog.

This past weekend I was browsing through dog rescue sites looking for "my" dog (I can't wait to adopt!) and it jogged my memory to write this post. In Benefit Auction Ideas, I've written before about the selling of a benefit auction puppy. There's a proper way to present the animal. We covered selecting the perfect breed for your group, what to refrain from doing, and other tips. I'm not going to re-hash that content here, but I do want to offer some ideas on how you can protect the ... Read On >

VIDEO: Could you host a benefit auction in a shopping mall?

The economy has left a number of shopping malls with empty storefronts. In an effort to fill the space, some are offering discounts to nonprofits. Could these open spaces make for workable benefit auction venues? Watch the video below.   https://youtu.be/lAC_iBhRw4A?feature=shared ... Read On >

Funky sound systems match your benefit auction theme

My recent articles in Benefit Auction Ideas (my twice-a-month ezine) have focused on suggestions for great benefit auction themes.  In this post, I'm moving this theme concept in a new direction. Some elements of your gala are optional; others are required.  Having a theme is optional.  Offering items that people want - and guests with money to buy them - is required. A sound system falls into that latter category.  It's required, even for small crowds. (I once used an at-home "toy" karaoke ... Read On >