It’s best to pre-set your Fund a Need levels. But when an opportunity like this presents itself, grab it! Syvlia’s modest donation generated an additional $924.
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Collaboration with other nonprofits can help you procure items that you’ve no access to otherwise. The proceeds are then split, as in these two examples.
Continue readingI recently found some auction photos and videos I never posted from 2016. One school auction video seems perfect to highlight this week as St. Patrick’s Day will be celebrated this weekend. The Green Gate Gala is so named because of a green gate found on the Catholic school’s campus. The school color is green.… Read On >
Attending other benefit auctions is one way to learn about them. But your perspective can be skewed depending on where you stand. Follow these tips.
Continue readingIf your budget is short on money for fresh flowers for auction centerpieces, here is a colorful, creative alternative. These roses were made from paper.
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The tangible benefit of planning a fundraising auction is the money raised. But let’s consider some INTANGIBLE benefits of auctions. What might they be?
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Many nonprofits serve wine with the meal. A few of them will offer higher quality wine, available for purchase. The upgraded wine is another revenue source.
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Imagine your school selling one of its class art projects for $50,000! Wonderful, right? Not in one case. It landed in court. In a recent blog post, I shared the Vanity Fair story of Harvey Weinstein and his auction donations at a 2015 gala in France. He’s currently being investigated for the questionable financial dealings… Read On >
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December is a popular month for socializing. Use this time with co-workers, friends, and family as a chance to conduct some auction reconnaissance.
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Beyond the sexual allegations, Harvey Weinstein is under investigation for his involvement with AmFAR and its glitzy annual Cannes Gala and auction.
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