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How Do Nonprofits Track Auction Performance Metrics?

Nonprofits track auction performance through metrics like bid activity, donor participation, item performance, and total revenue. CharityAuctions simplifies analytics with built-in dashboards that reveal what drives the most fundraising success.

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How Do Organizations Coordinate Hybrid In-Person and Online Auctions?

Running a hybrid auction means merging the energy of a live event with the reach of online bidding. CharityAuctions makes coordination simple by connecting on-site, mobile, and virtual bidders in real time under one platform.

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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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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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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.

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Why a Third of Auction Bids are Mobile (& How to Maximize Them)

Learn about mobile bidding features that donors love, like outbid notifications and item previews, while maximizing bid revenue for your nonprofit through easy-to-use software, volunteer training, and more.

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How to Launch a Charity Auction in Under 30 Minutes

Learn how nonprofits can spin up a fully functioning charity auction in 30 minutes—connecting payments, item uploads, and bidding rules instantly—so your fundraiser goes live fast and avoids weeks of manual setup.

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How to Use Auction Analytics to Raise More Money

Learn how to read your auction’s data—identify underperforming items, retention dips, ROI stats—and act on insights. Many organizations using historical analytics report ~32% increases in revenue across events.