Rather than take up valuable space in your silent auction, why not simplify the process and offer restaurant gift cards for immediate sale? Everyone likes to eat out, and restaurant… Read More »
Fundraising Event Planning
The meticulous orchestration of benefit auction events stands as a crucial pillar in the success of nonprofits and schools. The Event Planning & Management category delves into the intricacies of this indispensable facet. The articles offer readers a comprehensive guide to orchestrating seamless and prosperous fundraising occasions.
From the initial stages of conceptualization to the final bid, these articles serve as a beacon for event organizers. Each article provides invaluable insights into the strategic planning and execution of benefit auctions. Topics span the spectrum, encompassing venue selection, budgeting considerations, and the fine art of assembling a compelling array of auction items. Readers are guided through the art of crafting an engaging program that resonates with attendees and inspires generous contributions.
Risk management takes center stage as the category explores contingency planning. Ensure your organizers are well-equipped to navigate unforeseen challenges with these insights. Additionally, the digital landscape is scrutinized, offering readers a roadmap for incorporating online platforms to enhance the reach and impact of their fundraising events.
In essence, this category unravels the layers of event planning intricacies to empower organizers. Gain the knowledge needed to not only host successful benefit auctions but to elevate them into unforgettable experiences. Aspiring philanthropists and seasoned organizers alike will find a wealth of guidance to turn their visions of impactful fundraising events into tangible and triumphant realities.
Gift Card Frenzy – What to do with Extra Gift Cards
Gift cards are always a popular and abundant item at fundraisers for a reason—they are an easy thing for a store to donate. But if they are a standalone silent… Read More »
Send People To The Clinker For Cash
If you’re looking for something different for your next fundraiser and you have an Old western or Great Gatsby theme, consider the idea of putting people into “The Clinker” (for fun!)… Read More »
Incentives To Light That First Bid Fire
Fundraisers have all been there—walking the auction tables, looking at bid sheets to see if new bids have been set and wondering why some sheets remain untouched. Why has no… Read More »
Green Means Go For Your Silent Auction
Perhaps you’ve had the same silent auction approach year after year, and you feel it’s becoming stagnant. You’re looking for a way to do something differently. Consider the “bid on… Read More »
How does a fundraiser 50/50 Raffle work?
One of the easiest revenue enhancers you’ll find is the 50 50 Raffle. If you’re planning your next fundraising event, have you considered incorporating a 50/50 raffle? This exciting and… Read More »
Jewelry Box Fundraiser
Everybody loves jewelry, or has someone in their life that does! Jewelry Boxes are a quick and easy fundraiser raffle with a twist. It is generally easy to organize at your… Read More »
The Must Have Auction Event Day Survival Kit [INFOGRAPHIC]
This Auction Event Day Survival Kit was designed to help circumvent Murphy’s Law. With so many moving parts, fundraising events have a high probability of unforeseen situations happening during the… Read More »
Best Practices for No-Wait Event Registrations
This is the first in a series of posts about running a successful fundraising event night written by event service professionals. Event night professionals help to troubleshoot technology, advise on… Read More »
5 Ways to Get Your Board on Board with Online Bidding
Changing “the way things are done” at a nonprofit is always tough at first. And transitioning your auction event from pen-and-paper to online bidding can be an undertaking: you have… Read More »