Nonprofit donors today expect accountability, measurable outcomes, ease of donation, alignment with their values, and meaningful acknowledgment of their gifts.
Live auction software costs depend on features like real-time bidding, payments, analytics, and support. Typical pricing models are subscription or per-event licensing—expect basic plans from ~$297/event plus processing and platform fees.
Here are five plug-and-play email templates for your year-end campaign—holiday spirit, last-call countdown, match offer, tax incentive, and thank-you message—to simplify outreach and boost donations.
Review aggregator sites compare charity auction platforms by gathering user feedback, features, and pricing—but many run “pay-to-play” models, so be wary and cross-check ratings.
A playbook of fast, high-impact fundraisers for sports teams—peer campaigns, merch sales, tournaments, clinics, local sponsorships & online auctions—that help cover gear, travel, and team costs while engaging community support.
Leftover auction items don’t have to go to waste. You can repackage them, host a bonus online auction, offer “buy now” deals, repurpose them for internal use, or donate them — and use these moves to deepen relationships and clean up inventory.
This article offers university clubs creative fundraisers—social events, branded gear, online crowdsourcing, campus services, and business tie-ins—to build funds and visibility.
Verify legitimacy by checking for clear terms & fees, contact info, past auctions, accreditation (e.g. auctioneer associations), user reviews, and secure payment options—red flags include vague rules, no credentials, or pressure to pay off-platform.
University clubs don’t automatically avoid taxes—if they meet IRS rules and qualify (e.g. 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(7)), fundraising may be tax-exempt. But income from unrelated business activities can be taxed under UBTI rules.