Silent auctions have long been the staple of the fundraising professional. With the rise of the internet came the rise of the online auction. Fundraising goals are growing past what can reasonably be raised at even the most profitable of dinner and auction events. These two factors combined illustrate why you need to take your fundraising auctions online.

Faith-Based
Maximize the power of your dedicated congregation. Encourage your members to donate items of interest that might be collecting dust in their garage or items that promote their business.

School
Alumni and friends of the school can't always make your Dinner/Auction event, but still want to show their appreciation to the school. Give them a greater opportunity to support your school with an online auction. Start bidding well ahead of your event and close all auctions during the dinner to tie in online and in-person bidders.

Chamber of Commerce
Give your Total Resource Campaign the power of an online auction to generate your TRC goal. With an auction, you can have area businesses donate products and services that apply to their individual or team goal. When the items sell, the individual/team receives campaign cash credit for the final bid. Read more about the Total Resouce Campaign connection.

Charitable Organizations
The Dinner/Auction event is great for supporters who can afford the $100 per plate fees and still have money left over to bid on items. How about expanding your fundraising goals? Open bidding to not only those in attendance but also the supporters who are unable to attend your event.