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Nonprofit Silent Auction Themes: Create a Memorable Fundraising Experience

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Choosing a nonprofit silent auction theme can be half the battle when planning to host a fundraising gala. Silent auctions have proven to be powerful tools for raising vital funds and rallying your supporters, but these fundraising events aren’t just about generating revenue.

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Demystifying Charity Gala Planning

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Typical Gala elements involve a cocktail reception, a seated dinner, entertainment, guest speakers, and an auction. A “Mission Moment” showcases real-life impact with a concise emotional story focused on a tangible achievement made possible by donations. Set realistic goals. Focus on storytelling. Balance is key.

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How to Structure Your Nonprofit’s Silent Auction Bid Sheets

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As a nonprofit professional, you’ve likely hosted—or at least considered hosting—a silent auction. Silent auctions’ main advantage as far as fundraising events go is their flexibility, since they can be held in various formats and tailored to your organization’s supporter base. Color scheme.

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How To: Write Fundraising Auction Item Descriptions

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How to make sure you have the right fundraising auction item descriptions to entice your guests to bid on them. Auctions are a popular event for nonprofits to put on their fundraising calendars , whether hosted as a standalone affair or part of a larger function, such as a charity gala. But how do you write a great description?

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Fundraising CRM vs. Fundraising Platform: What’s the difference?

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This blog post will break down what a fundraising CRM is, what a fundraising platform is, and the key differences between them. Your CRM can include donation information, donor addresses, and other relevant information about your donors. However, a fundraising CRM doesn’t have the ability to accept donations.

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Easy, Breezy Bidding: How to Create a Bid Sheet

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Keeping track of bids during a silent auction can get complicated. From starting bids to bid increments, keeping all of your auction bids in order can be a monumental task, especially when the bidding gets heated. A bid sheet allows auction guests to place bids on items during an auction. What is a bid sheet?

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10 Steps to Planning a Fundraising Silent Auction

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Silent auctions are a classic go-to fundraising event—and for good reason. From large in-person events to a more casual virtual gathering, a fundraising silent auction can bring in much-needed revenue and provide supporters with a fun-filled night. How Nonprofits Use Silent Auction Fundraising.