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Jun 24

Ban catchy titles in your silent auction displays

Years ago, when I was new to D.C. and searching for a job, my friend (a human resources professional) and I hysterically laughed as we took turns verbally reading job descriptions in The Washington Post. We'd substitute the language of the job posting with what we believed was the true intention of the post. In other words, we did this: Job description language What that really means Seeking dedicated employee  = expect to stay many late nights Creative work ... Read On >

Apr 11 Silent_auction_item_ideas_-_Wheel_of_Fortune

An easy silent auction item to procure: Wheel of Fortune

If you're searching for some silent auction item ideas, one near guarantee donation is Wheel of Fortune. The game show is exceedingly generous in their donations. I shared the show's donation information with a Miami, FL, client a few years ago. The nonprofit has received one or two fan packs for every auction since then. The package changes a bit every year, but the show often sends a kit like the one I've shown you in photograph. (What did it sell for?  I don't recall. I know it sold ... Read On >

Feb 24

How to get higher bids at your benefit auction: Encourage “group-ons”

One client sells a popular item in the live auction. It’s the chance for eight people to dine at a nice restaurant with the Head of the School. Fine wines are served and the food is spectacular, but the real draw is the chance to enjoy a meal with the popular headmaster. “Get your 'Group-on,'” one of the auction co-chairs encourages. “Bid on this item with your friends!” It’s a clever play on words. Since the word “Groupon” has entered our vocabulary around 2009, many of us know a Groupon to ... Read On >

Oct 29

Consignment items for fundraisers are plentiful. Even when you order less.

In two weeks, I'm teaching a FREE teleclass on auction procurement and how you can get donated items without leaving your house. (Click to register for my Seven Procurement Secrets no-cost call.) I'll be writing about procurement until then. Today I'm sharing a short story about consignment items for fundraisers. ++++++++++++++ Here's a quick story about consignment that clients tell me again ... and again ... and again ... and again ... and you get the idea.  While working for a small gala ... Read On >

Sep 23

How to market last-minute charity auction donations

Here are some ideas on how to market charity auction donations that arrive "last minute," meaning anything acquired after the catalog is printed. Small items are less of a worry. If a $25 gift card isn't properly promoted, you could give it to a hard-working volunteer and feel good about it. But what about something like an $85,000 donation? (See photo.) Charity auction donations that are valuable and attractive to guests must have onsite marketing.  It's important to get the word out for ... Read On >

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