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Guides

Charity Auction Quick Setup Guide

Small nonprofits and PTA parents will find a collection of quick start guides for setting up a charity auction in record time. Learn how auction software and AI can speed up event management for auctions.

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Charity Auction Basics - Learn Auctions in 15 Minutes

This beginner’s guide plus auction glossary helps small nonprofits and school PTAs get started with charity auctions faster. Choose from three auction types, learn how to set bidding terms, and learn what donors can deduct for taxes.

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How to Follow Up After an Auction: 3 Emails to Retain Donors

Our 3-step follow up sequence for charity auctions—complete with email templates—help your nonprofit improve donor retention. Thank donors within 48 hours, share your impact, and troubleshoot common issues that arise after an auction.

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The Complete Guide to Choosing Charity Auction Tools for Educational Institutions

Schools need mobile-first auction platforms with donor CRM integration and automatic tax documentation. 32Auctions works best for most schools, Auction Nerd for small orgs, OnAuction for large universities.

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Which Platforms Offer Donor Engagement Tools for Auctions? (Tech Guide)

The best auction platforms don’t just process bids — they build donor relationships. Leading solutions like CharityAuctionsToday, OneCause, GiveSmart, and Handbid offer built-in tools such as mobile bidding, push notifications.

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How to Master Live Auction Fundraisers

Learn how nonprofits of any size can master live auctions by choosing an auctioneer, strategically ordering items, incorporating storytelling, and more. Our sample live auction timeline will show you how it’s done.

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Which Auction Management Tools Help Save Time for Nonprofit Staff

Use auction platforms like CharityAuctionsToday, CharityAuctions, Auctria, OneCause, GiveSmart, and Silent Auction Pro to automate setup, bidding, reporting, and donor follow-up — drastically reducing staff hours.

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Are Charity Auctions Worth the Investment? The Data Says Yes

This article pulls insights from two fundraising research reports, showing that 95% of nonprofits have great ROI with auction fundraisers. Learn how to maximize your auction ROI with donor engagement and the right software.

Podcast

Ep #187 - Behind-the-Scenes Donor Automation for Loyalty

Your major donors crave insider access, not polished newsletters. Episode 187 reveals how to automate a behind-the-scenes series using the Collect, Curate, Connect framework: capture raw moments, package into a 3-4 part story, deliver via CRM. One nonprofit boosted retention from 62% to 81%.