A practical starting point for silent auction items is about 30% to 50% of fair market value. Common items may benefit from a lower starting bid to encourage participation, while unique or high-demand items may justify starting closer to the upper end of the range.
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A timed online auction might be your best bet if you're looking for a flexible, lower-pressure option that still brings...
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A car wash fundraiser is a timeless, grassroots event that blends community engagement with a practical, low-cost...
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Mobile bidding can work through a web browser without requiring supporters to install an app. Learn how browser bidding...
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The best silent auction platform depends on your auction format, expected revenue, payment workflow, volunteer...
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If you work in a nonprofit, you already know that fundraising is about much more than dollars and cents. It’s the...
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Free auction software exists, but “free” can mean very different things. A platform may charge nonprofits nothing while...
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Fundraising has been a part of the charity industry for a long time and is still key to NPOs achieving their mission....
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What goes into hosting a successful silent auction fundraiser? A whole lot! From starting strong with clear goals and a...
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There are so many things you need to juggle to make an auction fundraiser a success – and something that can be a big...
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BiddingOwl and Zeffy both support nonprofit fundraising auctions, but their pricing, checkout, event-day tools, payment...
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Donor management software can transform your nonprofit’s administration by helping you coordinate all aspects of your...
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Bid sheets are essential to the successful running of silent auctions. They provide bidders with important item...
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Live auctions are key to many nonprofits’ fundraising efforts. They provide an opportunity to engage donors, attract...
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Canva helps nonprofit organizations create professional-quality graphic designs with their user-friendly graphic design...
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Fundraiser bracelets are a simple, powerful, and popular method for raising awareness about a cause.
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Online auctions have completely changed the auctioneering and fundraising landscape. Today, individuals and...
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Silent auction baskets are a staple at fundraising events, offering a creative way to generate excitement and bids. To...
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One of the most common questions we get is: How do we collect payments from our bidders, and should we choose Stripe or...
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Online donations have become a game changer for nonprofits. Not only do they provide a crucial source of funding, but...
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With Christmas around the corner and the festive mood in the air, people—especially young adults—are more likely to...
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How you showcase your silent auction items plays an essential role in grabbing bidders’ attention and making your...
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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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HALO Havanese Rescue has been working to save and rehome Havanese dogs in need,...
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