One of the natural advantages of hosting a silent auction in the late fall (think October through December) is its proximity to December. December is the monster month when it comes to gift giving. Many of us are thinking about buying gifts for people we care about or considering buying small gifts to have on hand for "emergencies." (Nothing like quickly throwing a gift into a festive bag when you need a last-minute item. When friends invite you for dinner, or that random office party or ... Read On >
Silent Auctions
What fall auctions SHOULD be selling in home decor silent auction sections
You may not realize it, but if you're holding your charity auction in October, November or December, you have two natural advantages over those galas held in the spring. 1. Holiday spirit Of all the United States' widely celebrated holidays, Americans seem to get most enthused about decorating their home for Halloween and Christmas. How convenient for you that both of these holidays are in the fall! For your autumnal or winter auction, be sure to include some home decorations tied to these ... Read On >
Careful! Donations from book authors could be your next live *or* silent auction item
Last week I held a free teleclass teaching you how to procure items for your benefit auction without leaving your home. This week, I'm sharing one of the ideas presented. +++++ [CLASS NO LONGER AVAILABLE.] Interested in hearing all 7 secrets for procuring great items? For a limited time, enjoy a recording of the call. +++++ From 2009 through 2011 I sold several author-related items at my client's fundraising auctions: 4 auctions sold dinners with well-known authors 3 ... Read On >
Definition of silent auction handheld, mobile, and e-bidding options
The content is still current, but the teleclass mentioned below has passed. For a limited time, register here to have a recording of the call sent to you. ++++++++++ I've been asked many questions of late about silent auction handheld mobile bidding devices. So many questions, I'm hosting a free mobile bidding teleclass ("Best Practices in Mobile Bidding for your Nonprofit Silent Auctions") next Wednesday (May 2, 2012) to share best practices learned on the front lines while using the ... 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 >