Which would you prefer at your next charitable fundraising auction – a professional auctioneer who charged for his services or an amateur who you didn’t have to pay for? Well, at the Vivanista Fundraising Summit we tested this theory. We asked a professional auctioneer, Steve Godfryd of Pacific Auction Company, to auction off a cupcake … Continue Reading
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At the Vivanista Fundraising Summit we will have a fun session glibly termed ‘Auction Wars!’ I created the term based on my daughter’s obsession with the reality show, Cupcake Wars. Ironically, Sprinkles Cupcakes has joined as a Summit sponsor and will be providing cupcakes for the session; one of the ironies being that Sprinkles Founder, … Continue Reading
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We’ve all been there, those adrenaline-fueled live auctions where the competition gets, well, downright intense. There are always those ultra-special items that it seems like everyone in the room is trying to get, which is exactly as it should be, and all for the cause, naturally. What are the best draws for live auctions—those gotta-have-it … Continue Reading
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Auctions are one of the most popular fundraisers utilized by nonprofits, but the planning and implementation process can still be a bit overwhelming. That’s where companies like BW Unlimited come in.
Welcome to week 3 of Vivanista’s Question Session! We’ve sifted through your inquiries and chose the following question for our founder, Layne Gray, to answer.
The Dog Days of summer are upon us, which gives hardworking philanthropists yet another reason to slow down and curl up with a good book. Here’s Vivanista’s summer reading list—our top picks in each of six categories that will impact your view of fundraising. Auctions Fundraising Auction Secrets by Michael Ivankovich This great go-to handbook … Continue Reading
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If you’re looking to maximize the fundraising revenue of your nonprofit, online auctions are an untapped opportunity. While in-house live auctions may have a more personal, exclusive feel, upgrading to the Internet offers unparalleled possibilities. For one, the online realm reaches all sorts of people, businesses and communities across the globe. Each type of auction … Continue Reading
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Hectic schedules being what they are, it’s not uncommon for non-profit or school auction committees to meet via teleconference. And if you’ve got a group larger than 3 people, your phone’s conference call option might not be an option. Consider these tips for meeting via phone.
Some companies are getting creative in making their customer’s feel extra-special, after they purchase the product? It’s a step beyond service designed to leave a positive, lasting impression.
I refer to auction games, raffles, and activities as the “bells and whistles” of benefit auctions. Some call them revenue generators, but that’s an understatement because they do more than make you money.
