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7 Creative Auction Ideas to Raise More

Discover 7 creative auction ideas—like themed events, experiential packages, interactive games, risk-free items, and unique formats—that help nonprofits spark excitement, broaden reach, and boost bids.

How To

How to Run a Silent Auction: Your Ultimate Guide

Learn the full silent auction process: recruit volunteers, source items, pick a venue or platform, structure bid sheets and rules, orchestrate the bidding and closing, then announce winners and thank supporters — all to maximize fundraising success.

Guides

Your Guide to Online Charity Auctions

This guide shows how nonprofits can host auctions online: choose a platform with mobile bidding & secure payments, promote broadly, and analyze results to improve revenue.

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Creative PTO Fundraising Ideas for Schools

This article gives PTOs and PTAs dozens of fundraising ideas — seasonal events, online auctions, custom merch, business sponsorships, eco initiatives, and more — to grow school funds and community engagement.

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45 Holiday Donation Drive Ideas

Creative drive ideas for nonprofits during holidays — e.g. themed giving days, matching challenges, gift-card programs, virtual fundraisers, and partnerships — to boost seasonal giving and donor engagement.

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How Much Does School Auction Software Cost?

School auction platforms typically cost $500–$1,500 per event or annually for entry-level plans, $1,500–$5,000+ for mid-tier, and $5,000+ for premium solutions with full branding and custom support.

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Easy Fundraising Ideas for Sports Teams

A playbook of fast, high-impact fundraisers for sports teams—peer campaigns, merch sales, tournaments, clinics, local sponsorships & online auctions—that help cover gear, travel, and team costs while engaging community support.

FAQ

Why Do Schools Have to Raise Funds?

Because standard funding is limited, schools lean on fundraising to support arts, field trips, facility upgrades, clubs, and other non-core needs that the base budget can’t afford.

How To

How to Win a Silent Auction: Tips for Guests & Hosts

To win, research item value, set a strict budget, bid odd amounts, monitor quietly, and time a final snipe just before closing. Leverage tech (apps/alerts) and stay strategic—not emotional.