Are Silent Auction Items Tax Deductible?
You can deduct the portion of your silent auction bid that exceeds the fair market value of the item—if the nonprofit is tax-qualified and gives you a written acknowledgment.
Are Online Auction Sites with Apps Better?
Auction platforms with apps offer real-time bidding, push notifications, and ease of use, making them more effective than browser-only sites at keeping bidders active and reducing friction.
Top 10 Volunteer Management Software Picks
A roundup of the top volunteer management platforms (Bloomerang Volunteer, SignUpGenius, VolunteerMark, POINT, Golden, etc.), comparing features like scheduling, communication, donor syncing, and pricing.
Creative Holiday Giving Campaign Ideas for Nonprofits
This article presents 15 festive campaign ideas—from holiday auctions and wishlist drives to 12-Days-of-Giving and corporate round-ups—plus guidance on branding, segmentation, and multi-channel promotion.
7 Fundraising Platforms for Schools
Highlights 7 digital fundraising tools for schools — like 99Pledges, GiveCampus, Snap!Raise, Bonfire — comparing fees, ease, and fit for school clubs & events.
A Guide to Salesforce for Nonprofits
Salesforce for nonprofits comes in two flavors: NPSP (free, open-source, highly configurable) and Nonprofit Cloud (paid, with built-in features). Eligible nonprofits can access free licenses via Power of Us.
Top 10 Auction Item Ideas: What’s a Good Auction Item?
Winning auction items share three traits: exclusivity, emotional appeal, and perceived value. Examples from the article: VIP access, luxury travel, bespoke art, dining events, rare memorabilia, and adventure packages.
Why Choose CharityAuctionsToday?
For nonprofits with limited staff and budget, CharityAuctionsToday makes auctions accessible: intuitive setup, integrated donor & payment tools, promotional resources, and real support — not just software.
How to Set a Fundraising Goal
A fundraiser goal gives you direction, motivates donors, and helps you measure progress. To set a goal: align with your purpose, assess past performance and resources, choose a specific target (money, number of donors, participation), add a deadline, and share it clearly.