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Fundraising can be overwhelming. We gathered tips and tricks to help you raise the most for your causes. Read our thoughts on best practices.

Santa holding a piggy bank for Christmas fundraising

Top 11 Christmas Fundraisers to Boost Holiday Spirit and Donations

With Christmas around the corner and the festive mood in the air, people—especially young adults—are more likely to participate and donate. Cheer, goodwill, and paying it forward are all Christmas values, and they truly show during the Christmas fundraising season. 

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Silent auction table display with art and pottery

15 Creative Ideas to Display Silent Auction Items Effectively

How you showcase your silent auction items plays an essential role in grabbing bidders’ attention and making your...

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Understanding Autobid: How Proxy Bidding Simplifies Online Auctions

In auctions, proxy bidding—also known as autobid—allows you to set the maximum amount you're willing to pay for an...

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Havanese Dog

Celebrating 10 Years of Success: HALO Havanese Rescue and BiddingOwl

Words from the HALO Havanese Rescue:

HALO Havanese Rescue has been working to save and rehome Havanese dogs in need,...

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T-shirt Fundraisers: Everything You Need to Know

Everybody loves a cool t-shirt, and people especially enjoy statement tees that showcase their values. This makes...

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BiddingOwl.com Earns Top Honors from Gartner Digital Markets in 2024

As we wrap up another year, we are excited to share that BiddingOwl.com has been recognized with multiple accolades...

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virtual silent auction

How to Host a Successful Virtual Silent Auction

Virtual fundraising events have become a popular way for nonprofits to raise money and garner attention. They have many...

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Grants for nonprofits

Ultimate Guide to Securing Grants for Nonprofit Organizations

Nonprofit grants are a vital part of the charity funding landscape. Through grants, nonprofits access free resources...

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flower fundraiser

Complete Guide To Running a Flower Fundraiser

Are you looking for a fresh fundraising idea to help you raise money? Consider a plant or flower fundraiser. When...

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Digital fundraising

Digital Fundraising: 6 Best Strategies for Success

Fundraising today is entirely different from what it was in the past. Previously, fundraisers were primarily manual,...

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Google for Nonprofits

Google for Nonprofits: A Breakdown of Google's Free Program

Establishing a tech suite is one of the core actions that can allow modern nonprofit organizations to operate...

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Top Fundraising Auction Platform

Top Fundraising Auction Platforms: Why BiddingOwl.com Leads the Pack

When it comes to organizing a successful fundraising auction, having the right software is key. Nonprofits need an...

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Best online auction platform for nonprofits

Nonprofits need an auction platform that is easy to use and designed to maximize fundraising efforts. BiddingOwl.com...

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Burbank Animal Shelter

A closer look: Burbank Animal Shelter

At the heart of Burbank, the Burbank Animal Shelter is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals in...

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Why Online Charity Auctions are Highly Successful

The Internet makes charity auctions and fundraising procedures easy to create and manage because of its flexibility. In...

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The Different Types of Auctions

Auctions are an efficient way of raising funds by selling items at the best price possible. The selling price of the...

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What are Non-Profit Online Auctions

Non-profit online auctions refer to a technique through which fundraisers raise money for a charity event through the...

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Virtual online charity auction

How to host a charity auction online

How to Hold a Successful Online Auction: A Complete Guide

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Selling nonprofit sponsorships

Selling nonprofit sponsorships

Keep your sponsors and donors happy. Soliciting items or in-kind donations is not easy. Many businesses will give to...

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Tax deduction auction

Are silent auction purchases tax deductible?

When donating to a charity, knowing whether your contribution is tax-deductible is important. Only donations to ...

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Charity tax deductions

Charity Auction Purchases: Are auction items tax deductible?

Charity auctions are a popular way to support nonprofit organizations, but did you know your participation might come...

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Charity Auction Tax deduction

Charity Auction Donations: What You Need to Know About Tax Deductions

Charity auctions can be a great way for nonprofit organizations to raise funds. Participating in these events can also...

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fundraising poster

How To Create The Best Fundraising Poster

Visual media can offer a powerful way to share narratives, engage, and draw attention to your cause. Video, GIFs, and...

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auction bidding

Auction Bidding 101: The Complete Guide

Auctions are a popular nonprofit tool that can offer your charity organization a host of benefits. You can build...

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