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5 Tips for Securing Appealing Nonprofit Auction Items

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However, effective procurement requires a strategic approach so you can use your nonprofit’s resources wisely and maximize the amount of event funding you can put toward your mission. Let’s dive in! But if you want to engage volunteers with young children, consider offering family-friendly prizes (amusement park tickets, popular toys, etc.)

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4 Tips for Organizing a Nonprofit Auction That Drives Impact

Pamela Grow

Plus, they have the potential to raise thousands of dollars for your mission through winning bids on items, entry fees, and additional donations made during the event. Your team will need to manage many moving parts, budget carefully, and stay organized to achieve your event fundraising goal. Seeking out nonprofit discounts.

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How to Run a Silent Auction: 11 Essential Planning Steps

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To run a silent auction, you’ll need to plan many logistics, such as how guests will bid on items, what items you’re procuring, and how you’ll process donations. Determining the auction budget. To set an accurate budget for this event, assess past event budgets for similar experiences. Procure auction items.

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6 Sustainable Ways to Bring More Money into Your Auctions

Pamela Grow

In this blog, we’ll cover some of the best ways to bring in more donations to your auctions—practices that you can use over and over again, without having to reinvent the wheel. Cater to different budgets: Not all attendees may have the financial means to bid on high-end items.

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Must-Have Members of Your Nonprofit’s Fundraising Team

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Their key responsibilities include: Creating fundraising plans and strategies Setting fundraising goals Establishing the budget for fundraising activities Working with other departments to ensure a smooth fundraising process This role is crucial for your organization’s nonprofit success, so choose the right individual to fill it.

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Nonprofit Google Ads 101: How to get the Google Ad Grant

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This in-kind donation allows nonprofits to promote their brand, programs, volunteer opportunities, and fundraisers online using the Google Ads platform. As an example, let’s put ourselves in the shoes of someone looking to learn more about donating to nonprofits that support children in need.

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Fundraising Event Planning: Common Event Committee Roles

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The logistics person needs to take a high level view: Generates the budget. Behind-the-Scenes Heroes Procurement Powerhouse In order to hold a successful auction, you need a stock of highly prized items. This team: Holds a procurement brainstorming party to identify items to target for donation. Appoints committee chairs.