Fundraising guides.
Plain advice for auctions, galas and giving days, written for volunteers.
How to run a Fund-a-Need (paddle raise) at your galaHow to run a Fund-a-Need, or paddle raise: picking the cause, giving levels, the mission moment, spotters, a matching gift and collecting every pledge.7 min readHow to run an online silent auction, step by stepA practical checklist for running an online or mobile silent auction for a school, PTO or nonprofit: timeline, items, pricing, promotion, closing and payment.3 min readSilent auction item ideas that raise the mostSilent auction item ideas for schools, PTOs and nonprofits: experiences, class projects, local businesses, services and baskets, plus how to ask for donations.3 min readHow to set silent auction starting bids, increments and reservesHow to price silent auction items: starting bid percentages, bid increments, when to use a reserve price or Buy Now, and how max bids work.3 min read
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