For many years, the standard for a charity fundraiser has been a grand ball, but not every charity has to have a grand ball to make it a successful fundraiser. The main key to any charity is to raise funds and/or make people aware of a need or movement. This can be done by holding an auction for the fundraiser and having a bar-b-que or other type of food catered. Combing food, fun and an auction allows you to have a party that is not a the standard affair but one that is enjoyed by many.
Fundraising Auctions Options
There are several ways you can hold an auction. One way is the normal bid styles auction where one bids money for an item and an auctioneer calls out bids. The other is a silent auction; items are placed on tables and a sheet of paper with the item description is placed beside it on which the charity party goers write down their bid/price.
Standard Auction For Charity
If you choose to hold an standard auction you will need to secure items for the party goers to bid on. You can ask businesses and individuals to donate items for the charity fundraising auction. You will also need to rent tables to display the auction items, a podium for the auctioneer, and a sound system (microphone and speakers).
Silent Auction For Charity
As with the standard auction you’ll need items to auction off. You’ll also need tables to display the items, as well as paper that has the description of the item, and pens so the party goers can write down their bids. You can buy nice stationary paper and pens at gift/stationary stores.
Combing The Two Auctions
The best of both worlds can be had by combing both styles of auctions. Add in a some food and make it a banquet as well as a charity auction and you have a party that is gonna appeal to many. You can hire party caterers for the food. If you’d like you can also hire bartenders if you plan on serving cocktails.
Whichever style of auction you choose, you’ll be able to have a great party and make money for your charity. I recommend selling tickets to the event that includes the price of dinner as well as drinks. But have a cash bar if you plan on serving cocktails.
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