Last week I held a free teleclass teaching you how to procure items for your benefit auction without leaving your home. This week, I'm sharing one of the ideas presented. +++++ [CLASS NO LONGER AVAILABLE.] Interested in hearing all 7 secrets for procuring great items? For a limited time, enjoy a recording of the call. +++++ From 2009 through 2011 I sold several author-related items at my client's fundraising auctions: 4 auctions sold dinners with well-known authors 3 ... Read On >
Live Auctions
VIDEO: A DISadvantage of large crowds at your nonprofit auction
When it comes to gala auctions, most of us generally think that "bigger is better." Often that is true. A larger guest count frequently suggests a positive trend, but it can adversely affect other areas of your gala. For instance, you might need to change benefit auctioneers. Watch the video below. P.S. For other nonprofit auction ideas, get great tips delivered to you by subscribing to Benefit Auction Ideas. It's free! ... Read On >
VIDEO: Where to get charity auction items
It's one of the biggest stresses of any auction committee ... where to get items. If you're involved in a first year event, the item procurement process is especially tedious. Knowing what items to get -- and WHERE to get them -- is overwhelming. To help you understand the process at a high level, here are the three primary ways to procure charity auction items. (And I'm guessing that you've never heard of #3!) (UPDATE: The Tech Teleseries mentioned in the video has passed. Stay abreast of ... Read On >
VIDEO: Holiday trees as auction fundraising items
Organizations holding November and December events should consider selling decorated holiday trees in their live or silent auction galas. As you'll see in the video, the trees can be decorated elaborately or simply. Children, adults, or professional decorators can lend their talents to making the tree a standout item in your fundraiser. Watch the video below. https://youtu.be/ucIrWUG5-5A?feature=shared ... Read On >
VIDEO: Who opens the headline entertainment at your charity auction?
When your auction entertainment ideas skew to the grand, be careful! Incorporating headline entertainment into a charity auction is an impressive addition, but when you allow your event to become a stage for a top performers, there is a risk. It's possible that your mission and good works will be eclipsed by the entertainment. How do you ensure that doesn't happen? You organize the gala schedule in such a way that it allows you to do mission-related work first. Watch the video for details ... Read On >