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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.

silent auction donation request letter

Silent Auction Donation Request Letter: Guide & Template

Silent auctions are a powerful way to raise funds, and behind every successful silent auction is an effective donation request letter. It’s the essential outreach tool that helps you gather the items, experiences, and services that fuel your event.

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Set The Perfect Starting Bids for Your Silent Auction Items

A silent auction is a fun and interactive way for a nonprofit to raise money. Attendees browse items up for sale and...

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Running Timed Online Auctions: Strategies for Maximizing Bids

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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Top 6 Silent Auction Platforms for Effortless Fundraising

When looking for ways to raise funds, silent auctions are a popular and effective option for nonprofits and charity...

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Top Free Auction Software for Nonprofits: Boost Fundraising Efforts

We know that effective fundraising is the heartbeat of every successful nonprofit or charity. It fuels your mission,...

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How to Set Up a Successful Silent Auction

What goes into hosting a successful silent auction fundraiser? A whole lot! From starting strong with clear goals and a...

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Choosing the Best Auction Management Software for Fundraisers

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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Create the Perfect Silent Auction Item Descriptions (Template)

Bid sheets are essential to the successful running of silent auctions. They provide bidders with important item...

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Top 10 Live Auction Ideas to Boost Nonprofit Fundraising

Live auctions are key to many nonprofits’ fundraising efforts. They provide an opportunity to engage donors, attract...

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Online auctions

Understanding Online Auctions: A Guide for Nonprofits

Online auctions have completely changed the auctioneering and fundraising landscape. Today, individuals and...

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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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How to host a charity auction online

How to Hold a Successful Online Auction: A Complete Guide

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Essential Features To Look For In An Online Auction Platform

For modern nonprofit organizations operating in an increasingly virtual world, online auction platforms are a must-have...

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The Complete Guide To Silent Auctions

Silent auctions have always been classic, fundraising go-tos for nonprofit organizations. This fundraising type is a...

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How To Run A Successful Online Charity Auction

Hosting a successful online charity auction is a must if you hope to raise the funds you need to help your cause....

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6 Best Online Auction Software Solutions

Online auctions are an effective and engaging way to raise funds for your nonprofits. There are also numerous online...

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live auctions

A Beginner's Guide To Running A Live Auction

Hosting a live auction can sound daunting, but once you get the basics down, it’s relatively easy to manage. The most...

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Silent Auction Bidding Sheet Template & Guide

Silent auctions are a popular fundraising type amongst charity organizations. And donors love them, too! They’re...

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12 Best Silent Auction Items That Will Be A Hit

When it comes to putting together a silent auction, you want to be sure that you include both exciting items and...

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What Is Pre-Bidding? (Benefits & How To Use It)

Are you organizing an auction and just aren’t sure if you should include pre-bidding? We think pre-bidding is a ...

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What To Look For In Auction Software

Auctions are a key part of any charity’s fundraising arsenal. They’re a fantastic way to garner interest in your cause,...

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What Is A Chinese Auction? (Definition & Modern Names)

If you’re in the fundraising world, it’s very likely you’ve heard of the term ‘Chinese auction’, or even organized a...

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What to Avoid at Silent Auctions: 5 Items That Could Flop

Silent auctions are a fantastic way to raise funds for your non-profit, but what you auction off can make or break your...

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Top 5 Auction Items That Sell Well & Help Raise More Money

If you’re running a non-profit and are looking for a way to raise funds, an auction is a great way to do this - and can...

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