Photography is a common element of many auction fundraisers. At this gala, guests were handed a reminder card to let them know the photographer was waiting.
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Nonprofits running fundraising auctions may be resistant to listing the fair market value of an auction item in a catalog. Here’s what the IRS thinks.
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In April during the busiest part of my travel season, I received an email from the company Feedspot. “I would like to personally congratulate you,” the email began, “Your blog at Red Apple Auctions has been selected by our panelists as one of the Top 25 Auction Blogs on the web.” Woohoo! The Red Apple… Read On >
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Hotel silent auctions are NOT auctions, so let’s rename them: Maybe “Pop-up Shops for the Public Good” (whereby a portion of each sale benefits charity).
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One reason auction volunteers quit is because they become frustrated by the lack of organization from the Auction Chair. Creating an auction organizational chart like this one helps volunteers understand their role in the larger committee.
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At some point a guest at your gala will try to pull a fast one on you or me. I like to believe that the guest is being honest. After all, this is a fundraising auction; most people are filled with good will. But sometimes, stuff happens. Maybe they really didn‘t bid. They were just… Read On >
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In a typical fundraising auction, 10% to 20% of the crowd will actively participate in the live auction. Among those participating, I’ve observed some distinct personalities. From Starters to Buyers, here are my live auction bidder archetypes.
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Vasectomies, vaginal tightening, cosmetic surgery, IVF treatments and other sexually-charged donations have found their way into fundraising auctions. Here are some ideas for selling awkward donations.
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A common question guests will ask before a gala is what they should wear. Conveying your auction dress code should therefore be part of your marketing strategy. I like the way this client shared the recommended attire for the night.
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With few exceptions, the best time to close the silent auction is before your live auction begins. Guests will bid in your live auction and donate to your paddle raiser more freely when they know exactly what they’ve already bought in your silent auct…
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