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Is An Online Silent Auction Right For You?

Online silent auctions let bidders join from anywhere, pay instantly, extend bidding windows, and boost engagement through mobile and social features. They’re ideal if you want to increase accessibility, revenue, and convenience.

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How To Use Social Media to Boost Your Fundraiser

Use social media to get your fundraiser in front of more people. Share your story with compelling visuals, post regularly, tag sponsors and partners, use relevant hashtags, and always include a clear call-to-action so followers know how to support.

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How To Volunteer and Do Good from Home

Learn how to volunteer online: offer your skills (design, copy, coaching), assist with virtual events, moderate forums, mentor, or support remote campaigns—no commute needed.

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8 Thanksgiving Fundraisers Ideas for Schools

Thanksgiving gives nonprofits a storytelling hook: combine gratitude messaging, donor spotlights, matching challenges, and community events (meals, drives) to boost giving and strengthen relationships.

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School Fundraising Ideas

This article offers school-friendly event ideas—from carnivals and auctions to read-a-thons and food festivals—that engage students, families, and communities to raise funds.

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5 Custom Text Messages Proven to Drive Auction Traffic

Texting gives you instant reach: send messages like “Auction is live,” “No bids yet,” “Closing soon,” and “Donate anyway” to stir urgency, spotlight items, and capture more revenue.

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Companies that Match Donations for Schools and Other Nonprofits

Many corporations match employee donations (often 1:1 or more). Schools should list common matchers (e.g. Microsoft, Home Depot, Bank of America), prompt donors to check employer policies, and use matching tools to double gifts.

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How to Promote Your Fundraiser

To earn publicity: pitch local media early, use compelling stories, leverage partners and influencers, send timely press releases, offer event access, and follow up persistently.

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It Takes Money to Make Money

The article argues that while growing fundraising takes investment, anyone can begin with zero budget. Use creative, low-cost fundraisers using donations, community connections, and small projects.