Committees often debate as to whether it's a good idea to reveal the auction item values in a catalog. Some people fear it might suppress bidding. In this video, learn what I've been taught is the correct approach. Watch the video below. ... Read On >
VIDEO: Q&A on selling branded merchandise in school auctions
Though this concept is a nice idea for any nonprofit auction, branded merchandise is - hands down - a better fit for schools as it ties into school spirit. It's a great idea for those school auctions wanting to raise few hundred to a few thousand dollars more. Suggestions on what to sell and how the activities are managed are detailed in the video. Watch the video below. P.S. For more help with school auctions, enjoy a free subscription to Benefit Auction Ideas. ... Read On >
Should you print auction item values in your catalog?
Tax season is upon us. I just saw a television ad from a tax preparation company. They confidently stated their tax professionals would be able to find deductions overlooked by your previous tax preparer. Sounds familiar, doesn't it? If you’ve ever talked with more than one tax expert, you probably noticed that each one has a different interpretation of what you can and cannot do, legally. Sometimes what is legal in tax law seems to depend on who you talk to. I share this because as ... Read On >
Q&A on selling branded merchandise in school auctions
I've said this a thousand times in the last seven years: The quicker you can start to think about your nonprofit or school auction as a business, the faster your auction will grow. Your auction should be treated like the money-making venture it is. Marketing, sales, technology, customers ... they are all components of your "business." And as your auction receives proper TLC, you'll be looking for ways to add additional revenue to nurture your growing baby. One revenue stream popular at ... Read On >
VIDEO: Everyone’s favorite color on the silent auction table
Looking for a new idea to spiff up your silent auction tables? Well ... if you can finagle it ... this color draws guests like flies to honey. What makes it even more unique is that the COLOR seems to be more important than the ITEM you're selling. (The video explains it all...) Watch the video below. P.S. For more helpful silent auction tips, claim your FREE subscription to "Benefit Auction Ideas". Enjoy auction ideas conveniently delivered to your in-box. ... Read On >