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Making Your “Ask” Even Better
Many benefit galas include a segment where attendees are asked to make a donation to their cause. There are many names for this effort, i.e.- …
What Items are Selling in the Live Auction?
Your live auction is all set, you’ve collected some great packages, and you’re counting on a successful live auction as a BIG part of your proceeds from the evening. But there’s one problem: your guests didn’t know what you were selling until the live auction started! Let’s fix that!
The One Mistake You Shouldn’t Make
What’s the one thing that is missing from nearly all organizations’ pre-event marketing? The fact that this is a fundraiser! Many groups have fun themes …
When to Close Your Silent Auction
How many gala and event coordinators have struggled with this question? While opinions are varied on the subject, here’s my recommendation: close the silent auction …
Your Volunteer Bidspotter Costs Too Much
What’s the difference between a ‘bid spotter’ and a ‘bid assistant’ at your annual gala? Usually, several thousand dollars. I like to think of the old adage, “I’m not rich enough to buy cheap shoes”.