Tom Kelly, TEDx speaker and CEO of CharityAuctions.com, helps nonprofits raise millions through auctions and AI. He hosts The Million Dollar Nonprofit podcast and inspires leaders to live their legacy, not just leave it.
In this video we show the live event volunteer training of how to use the Live Event Registration Kiosk and the Public Bidding Kiosk.
We also go over the end of auction invoices and what to ask winning bidders before they hand out items.
Mobile bidding upgrades live events: instant bids, push notifications, less friction, and more bids—especially useful for increasing fundraising revenue per item.
After an auction, send a heartfelt thank-you, introduce your monthly giving program with clear impact options, and then follow up with ongoing updates, recognition, and upgrade opportunities to deepen donor commitment.
Ask strategically: pick who to ask (individuals, businesses, foundations), define what you need (money, in-kind, time), choose the right channel, use research to set smart amounts, be ready for “no,” offer alternate ways to help, use online tools, run peer fundraising, and always follow up & thank.
Use ready-made flyer templates (from Canva, Word, Google Docs) to advertise your fundraiser—add your branding, date, purpose, and donation link—and share them online and in high-traffic community spots.
These tools let donors give with minimal friction—just a tap or scan—across SMS, responsive pages, and apps. Great for campaigns, events, and spontaneous giving.