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Today Kelly and Paulie talk about consignment items and whether they are a good fit for your event. We also pay tribute to our auction Godfather Larry Stokes who recently passed away.
In this episode we discuss reasons why you should have a live fundraising auction rather than a simple capital campaign.
Today we continue our auctioneer Q&A session by asking some tougher questions that ultimately lead to a successful audience experience, and a positive environment for fundraising.
Today we are taking a deeper dive into developing your audience. Expanding your reach in the community continues to be an important aspect in building your event, but also keep in mind offering items that fit your audience is equally important for a successful fundraiser. #fundraisingevent #stokesauctiongroup #fundraiserfanatics 15 - Intro 2:56 - Events this past weekend 16:45 - Reach out to the right people who can support your event. 18:06 - Focus on growing your audience and offer items they want. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StokesAuctionGroup Youtube (Video Version): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGTYqj5FSHcdIR-OuzQxu0Q Email: Auction@StokesAuctionGroup.com Sign up for our Live Q&A! Intro music Brighter Days Ahead by Mixaund | https://mixaund.bandcamp.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com
Today we are talking about how to handle unexpected situations that may occur at your event. Dealing with a medical emergency during your event can change the feel of the evening. Having a plan can help you navigate this and other situations like losing power or having your mobile bidding site go down. #fundraiserfanatics #fundraisingevent #stokesauctiongroup .30 - Introduction 2:40 - Week in review 6:42 - Dealing with an emergency during the event 12:12 -Reconnecting after a situation 13:52 - Other unexpected problems 19:18 - Have a backup plan 21:40 - When should you move on? 25:26 - Bonus topic - What should you do if... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StokesAuctionGroup Youtube (Video Version): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGTYqj5FSHcdIR-OuzQxu0Q Email: Auction@StokesAuctionGroup.com Sign up for our Live Q&A! Intro music Brighter Days Ahead by Mixaund | https://mixaund.bandcamp.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com
Today we introduce a series of podcasts focused on planning your fundraising auction from step 1. We begin by discussing the first 4 things you should do in preparing for your benefit auction. Our focus today will be selecting an auction chair, choosing a venue, date and theme, scheduling committee meetings and establishing a budget. .24 - Introduction 2:00 - Step 1: Select an auction chairperson 3:49 - Auction co-chairs 9:13 - Step 2: Choose a venue, date and theme 10:42 - Step 3: Schedule committee meetings 11:18 - Step 4: Establish a budget 15:15 - Next weeks podcast: Planning committees #fundraisingfanatics #fundraisingevent#stokesauctiongroup #fundraising Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StokesAuctionGroup Youtube (Video Version): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGTYqj5FSHcdIR-OuzQxu0Q Email: Auction@StokesAuctionGroup.com Intro music Brighter Days Ahead by Mixaund | https://mixaund.bandcamp.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com
Pam Ross, Executive Director, Snyder County Libraries, on their 17thannual Wine and Art Auction fundraiser this Saturday 5:30-8pm at Shade Mountain Winery. Cost, $50 and it is a fundraiser for the Selinsgrove (Rudy Gelnett Memorial Library), Middleburg, Beavertown and McClure libraries. They'll have many unique items, original and printed art, holiday decoration service, and there is an online auction. The event will feature stained glass artist Leza Hepler. Click here for the art auction link: www.windandart22.givesmart.com
Mae-Ling Kranz, MPA, Chief Executive Officer, Transitions of PA with an update on the mission and work of Transitions, the growing scope of work they are doing and a fundraising virtual auction. We'll talk about their ‘New Beginnings' mindset and we'll discuss how a modern ‘Transitions' can have an even greater impact.
Yennefer Pokusai (Ukrainian student at Otago on the Ukraine Humanitarian Aid Fundraising Auction at Aquinas College) Interview by Jamie Green on Radio One 91FM Dunedin
Dr. Jim Whitmire of the Mid-American Baptist Theological Seminary talks with Tim & Ben about tonight's big Passion Play fundraiser, featuring Honorary Chairman Todd Starnes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lance Walker joins Tim in studio to discuss the big Passion Play fundraiser gala by Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Turf is being laid though the pouring rain at Dunedoo Golf Club this week after a "senseless act of vandalism" saw the green torn up in April. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Katie Blomquist is a spreader of joy. She is a former teacher who worked in the low income, high poverty school district. When one of her precious little 1st grade students, Jawan, asked her for a bike for Christmas, it broke her heart. So much so that she decided to start a Go Fund Me […]
How did last weeks Fundraising Auction go for our friends at Woods? Steve Kragenbrink checks in to tell us all about it.
S #1 Ep #004 - Greg is the owner and founder of Stellar Fundraising Auction. He is a fundraising auction GURU. He runs fundraising auctions for big and small volunteer organizations, including schools and shares a wealth of knowledge on how you can bring in more money at your next fundraising auction. We had such a good exchange and he brought so much value that our conversation went longer than we planned. This is Part 2. Podcast show notes are available at:www.groupfinity.com/ep004
S #1 Ep #003 - Greg is the owner and founder of Stellar Fundraising Auction. He is a fundraising auction GURU. He runs fundraising auctions for big and small volunteer organizations, including schools and shares a wealth of knowledge on how you can bring in more money at your next fundraising auction. We had such a good exchange and he brought so much value that our conversation went longer than we planned. This is Part 1. Podcast show notes are available at: www.groupfinity.com/ep003
Do you know the "magic number" of auction items for your event? How about the 3 pockets of money attendees bring to your fundraiser? Learn about these as well as other trends and strategies to set your nonprofit fundraising auction up for success as Kalley Dunn of AmFund joins Greg on this podcast episode.
Today's special guest is Ben Farrell, Founder of Custom Benefit Auctions based in North Carolina. In this session, Farrell draws upon decades of experience in the auction industry to share tips to create a fun, exciting, and dynamic auction experience. Topics covered include: What sets fundraising auctioneers apart from other types of auctioneers New ideas and games to extract extra money out of the room Major success stories in the Fund-a-Need Strategies to maximize mobile bidding (like utilizing social media), and much more! To check out Farrell's latest online training on creating the ultimate Fund-A-Need, plus learn more about the services of Custom Benefit Auctions, visit www.custombenefitauctions.com.
Today's special guest is Lynn Page, National Director of Signature Events at JDRF, the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes research. In this special session, Page draws upon her expertise in fundraising events, board development, volunteer recruitment and management, strategic planning, and metrics and training to share the proven best practices that allow JDRF to raise over $70 Million annually. Topics include: How to improve the volunteer experience, and why Maximizing event sponsorship packages Planning the auction timeline Tips for post-event follow up ...and more! Learn proven fundraising gala best practices from one of the most successful nonprofits in the world. Type 1 Diabetes affects 1.25M Americans, and it can be cured. It is not just a childhood disease, with over 85% of individuals with T1D now being adults, and the incident rate continues to rise. For more information on the work of JDRF or to get involved, visit https://www.jdrf.org
Today's special guest is Tracey Lorts, Senior Marketing Events Manager at fundraising event technology provider Greater Giving. Lorts draws upon 8 years of nonprofit fundraising experience to share top auction fundraising tips, including: Top 3 procurement tips (and missteps) Promoting your event and auction items Setting auction item values The sequence of live auction items ...and much more! For more information on Greater Giving's services, visit www.greatergiving.com or email sales[at]greatergiving.com
Today's special guest is Dean Crownover, a Benefit Auctioneer Specialist based in Atlanta. In this episode, Dean draws from more than 20 years of experience to share practical tips for more lucrative fundraising events, particularly in the direct appeal, a.k.a. Fund-a-Need. Topics include: 3 Tips to overcome the fear of asking for donations Best practices for special appeals / Fund-a-Needs Bestselling live auction items of 2018 How to sell multiples of donated items ....and more! To request a FREE one hour auction consultation with Dean, visit mybenefitauctioneer.com or email dcrownover[at]comcast.net. As a special thank you to podcast listeners, the first 5 listeners to ask Dean for Danny Hooper’s best-selling fundraising book, Easy Money, will receive a FREE copy!
Today's special guest is Stephen Kilbreath, professional Benefit Auctioneer Specialist based in Seattle, Washington. Kilbreath draws on 25 years' experience in charity fundraising to share practical tips and cutting-edge ideas to get the most out of your event. Topics include: Why and how to start planning the auction 9 to 12 months out How many live auction items is too many - and how to solve it Event timeline tips Revenue maximizers (like selling multiples in the live auction) Tips to set up a successful fund-a-need Learn from an auctioneer who's seen firsthand what works and what doesn't when it comes to auction fundraising. To learn more about the services of Stephen Kilbreath Auctions & Events, visit www.yourbenefitauction.com
Today's special guest is Kathy Kingston, fundraising auction strategist, professional benefit auctioneer, and author of A Higher Bid: How to Transform Special Event Fundraising with Strategic Auctions. Kingston draws on 3 decades of auctioneering experience to share outstanding, practical tips for raising more money in charity auctions. Learn how to: STOP "doing auctions and events" - and start doing real philanthropy Stay close to your donors Focus on audience development Hold a successful weeknight event Procure more event sponsorships and build your sponsor network ...and more! For more information on Kingston's services and resources, visit www.HowToRaiseMoreMoney.com Get your free Special Report: How to You Spell Fundraising Auction Success, plus monthly newsletters, articles and fresh proven ways to increase your fundraising and to engage more donors.
In this month’s Fundraising Fundamentals, two experts explain how to use data and audience engagement to move a benefit sale online.
I’m pleased to have Sherry Truhlar of Red Apple Auctions back on the show this week. She is a charity auction educator and onstage auctioneer who has worked with nonprofits on more than 300 events. She also is a certified meeting planner. She’s one of my regulars because Sherry offers tips and tricks that can really make a difference for … Read more about this episode...
Click here for the RADIO LINKSClick here for People to People FundraisingClick here for tedhart.comClick to Promote Your Service or Organization He lectures around the world but now is here for you. From the latest in charity news, technology, fundraising and social networking, Ted Hart and his guests help you maneuver through this economic downturn in the charitable sector to greater levels of efficiency and fundraising success. PAGE 2 GUEST EXPERT: Jon Carson is Founder and CEO of Bidding For Good. A serial entrepreneur with 20+ years in building for-profit enterprises that serve a broader social purpose. He has returned in excess of $175 million to investors and has never lost investor money. He has previously served on the boards of the ePhilanthropy Foundation, National PTA, National School Boards Foundation, and the Small Business Association of New England (SBANE). Jon lives in Boston with his wife and has recently discovered the wonders of fatherhood. Follow Jon on Twitter: @bidding4good