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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.

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Understanding the Basics of Chinese Auctions

Learn how a Chinese (chance) auction works: attendees buy tickets, drop them next to items they want, and winners are drawn at random. It’s a fun, accessible format for nonprofits to raise funds without aggressive bidding.

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13 Top Charity Online Auction Sites For Your Fundraiser

There are many charity auction platforms available — each offers different features, fees, and donor experiences. This guide reviews top auction sites, comparing key factors like cost, ease of use, integrations, mobile bidding, and customer support so nonprofits can make an informed choice.

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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.

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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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60 Silent Auction Item Ideas

Explore 60 curated silent-auction item ideas—from spa days and cooking classes to gadgets and getaways—that help nonprofits offer something for everyone, boost engagement, and reduce unsold items.

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How to Create Effective Marketing Plans for Schools: A Step-by-Step Guide

This article shows school leaders how to craft a marketing plan—segment your audience, audit your position, set measurable goals, deploy multi-channel tactics, budget wisely, and monitor metrics—for stronger enrollment and fundraising.

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Top Silent Auction Software

This guide reviews top silent auction software options (CharityAuctions, GiveSmart, OneCause, Handbid) by their core features—bid management, mobile bidding, analytics, and payments—so you can pick the right tool for your nonprofit’s event.

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Nonprofit Fundraising Strategies for Success

A guide for nonprofits on fundraising: set clear goals, know your audience, use tech & storytelling, secure corporate partners + grants, and thank donors to build engagement and sustainable funding.