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Tips for Effectively Displaying Auction Items

Display your auction items to catch attention: use good lighting, themed groupings, clear labels, and visual storytelling. Place high-value pieces in high-traffic spots and protect them while keeping them visible.

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.

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Is it OK to Have More Than One Fundraising Platform?

Yes — using multiple fundraising platforms can broaden reach, diversify donor pools, and hedge against platform risk. But it adds complexity: messaging, branding, data syncing, and coordination must remain consistent.

FAQ

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.

Auction Best Practices

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.

Volunteers

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.

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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.

Schools

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.