You’ve got some really fantastic items for your auction this year—how are you going to entice your guests to bid on them? You’ve only got a few brief seconds to engage and entice as they walk through the item displays. What’s the best way to capture their attention? Look to your auction item descriptions. Simplicity… Read More »
What better way to generate excitement at your next fundraiser than to involve your guests in a game? People love to play and love to laugh. Give them a chance to do both while raising money for your cause. Heads or Tails is a common auction game. Here are a few more ideas to spark… Read More »
You’re planning a silent auction and you’ve lined up some great items. The buzz is starting to get around and your guests are looking forward to the event. How do you create an experience for them that is as seamless and pleasant as possible? If you’re not using mobile bidding, one way to ensure the… Read More »
Understanding the Bidder’s Brain (Part 1) All too often bidders end up overbidding as a result of one unavoidably irrational part of the bidding process – themselves. The allure and tension of an auction are familiar to most of us – let’s face it, we all like the idea of picking up a bargain. Silent auctions allow us… Read More »
So you’re having a fundraising event and want to incorporate a successful silent auction but you don’t know where to begin. This blog will cover silent auctions 101 with a list of do’s and don’ts. More often than not, your number one money-maker at a fundraising auction event will not be the silent auction; however… Read More »
Nonprofit Auction: Bailey House Gala & Auction 2014 The Bailey House nonprofit auction was a huge success and the organization threw a fabulously epic evening. They raised funds to provide housing and support for people living with HIV/AIDS and to advocate on their behalf. Their best practice was the venue connectivity; they negotiated early and ensured seamless connectivity throughout… Read More »