3 Emails to Turn Auction Bidders into Monthly Donors
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.
How to Ask for a Donation: 9 Best Practices
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.
Silent Auction Donation Request Sources
A guide to 30+ companies that donate auction items or gift cards (retail, travel, food, apparel), plus tips on writing personalized requests, following up, and sourcing locally.
How to Get Items Donated for a Charity Auction
To get great auction items, organize a volunteer team, map out desired donations, engage local businesses with a clear ask, follow up personally, and always send thank-you notes.