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Join us as we delve into the exciting world of fundraising auctions, where every bid is a step towards making a difference. We believe that Auctions is action with a "U" in it! Whether you're a seasoned organizer or a newcomer, our  insights will equip you with the knowledge to elevate your fundraising initiatives and create memorable experiences for everyone!

  1. 1D AGO

    Why the Best Fundraising Happens Before the Auction Starts

    In this episode of Auction Is Action, fundraising auctioneer and strategist Bobby D. breaks down why the highest-performing galas combine smart consultation, intentional strategy, and confident auctioneer leadership—not just great performance on stage. A must-listen for nonprofit leaders planning their next fundraising event. Recommended For Nonprofit leaders Development directors Board members Event planners Fundraising committees School, hospital, and foundation galas

    6 min

  2. JAN 30

    The Perfect Gala Guest

    The Perfect Gala Guest is the episode every nonprofit professional wishes their audience would listen to before walking into the ballroom. In this podcast, we break down what actually makes a gala guest exceptional—not louder, richer, or flashier, but more engaged, more present, and more impact-driven. From how guests show up mentally and emotionally, to how they participate in the auction, paddle raise, and mission moment, this episode pulls back the curtain on the behaviors that elevate an event from “nice night out” to transformational fundraiser. You’ll hear: What the best gala guests do before the event even startsHow attention, timing, and energy in the room affect total dollars raisedThe difference between attending and participatingWhy generosity is contagious—and how guests set the toneHow nonprofits can gently coach their audience toward better giving experiencesWhether you’re a donor, board member, event chair, or nonprofit leader, this episode will change how you experience galas forever—and help every event raise more money with more joy. Because the perfect gala guest doesn’t just take a seat. They help move the mission forward. Recommended For Nonprofit leaders Development directors Board members Event planners Fundraising committees School, hospital, and foundation galas

    8 min

  3. JAN 23

    What Last Year’s Numbers Are Telling You

    Before you plan this year’s gala, auction, or fundraising event, there’s one step most organizations skip—and it costs them real money. In this episode of Auction Is Action, Bobby D. breaks down how to review last year’s revenue the right way so you can stop guessing and start planning with confidence. This isn’t about spreadsheets or shame. It’s about clarity, patterns, and making smarter decisions before you set goals for the year ahead. You’ll learn: Which revenue numbers actually matterHow to identify what truly drove giving at your last eventWhy missing a goal is data, not failureHow to use last year’s results to shape this year’s strategyWhat to repeat, refine, or remove from your eventsHow to align your board and team using real numbersIf you’re planning fundraising events without reviewing revenue first, you’re leaving growth to chance. This episode will help you turn last year’s results into a clear, actionable roadmap for the year ahead. Subscribe to Auction Is Action for practical fundraising insights, event strategy, and real-world lessons from the stage. If you want to review your revenue or looking for ways to strategize your fundraising event, please reach out at calltoauction.com Recommended For Nonprofit leaders Development directors Board members Event planners Fundraising committees School, hospital, and foundation galas

    6 min

  4. JAN 16

    Why Great Auctioneers Don’t Talk Fast

    Why do the best fundraising auctioneers often sound calmer, slower, and more intentional than everyone else in the room? In this episode of Auction Is Action, Bobby D. pulls back the curtain on what’s really happening behind the microphone—and why speed and volume don’t raise money. You’ll learn what a professional auctioneer is actually doing on stage, how pacing, tone, and timing influence donor behavior, and why commanding a room has nothing to do with shouting. Bobby breaks down why clear counting beats clever jokes, where many MCs and auctioneers blur roles, and how that confusion can quietly cost a gala thousands. Whether you’re an auctioneer, MC, nonprofit leader, or event planner, this episode will change how you think about live fundraising moments—and why slowing down is often the fastest way to raise more money. Auction isn’t noise. Auction is action. Recommended For Nonprofit leaders Development directors Board members Event planners Fundraising committees School, hospital, and foundation galas

    6 min

  5. JAN 9

    Starting the Year Off Right for Your Fundraising Gala

    What you do at the beginning of the year will determine how successful your fundraising gala is — not what happens on event night. In this episode, professional fundraising auctioneer Bobby D. shares how nonprofits can set themselves up for a stronger, less stressful, and more profitable gala by planning with intention months before the room fills up. If you have ever found yourself scrambling weeks before your event, hoping you will hit your goal, this episode is for you. In this video, you will learn: Why gala success is decided long before event nightHow to set a clear, mission-driven fundraising goalHow to define the true role of your gala in your annual fundraising strategyWhy early board and leadership alignment mattersHow to design a donor experience, not just a run of showWhen to bring in expert partners to maximize resultsThis episode is built from real-world experience at hundreds of fundraising events and is designed for nonprofit executives, development directors, board members, and event planners. Need help designing a high-performing fundraising gala? Learn more about working with Call To Auction at CallToAuction.com Subscribe for more nonprofit fundraising strategy, paddle raise insights, and event planning best practices. Share this episode with your board chair, development team, or event committee to get aligned early. About Bobby D. and Call To Auction Bobby D. is a professional fundraising auctioneer and founder of Call To Auction, helping nonprofits raise more money through intentional event design, powerful paddle raises, and mission-driven fundraising experiences. Recommended For Nonprofit leaders Development directors Board members Event planners Fundraising committees School, hospital, and foundation galas

    7 min

  6. 12/12/2025

    The Gala Checklist: 10 Things That Make or Break Your Fundraising Night

    Your gala isn’t just an event — it’s the night that can fund your mission for the entire year. In this episode of Auction Is Action, professional fundraising auctioneer Bobby D. breaks down the 10 most important things every nonprofit should be thinking about on gala night. These are the moments, decisions, and details that separate average events from transformational fundraising experiences. Whether you’re a nonprofit executive, development director, board member, or event planner, this checklist will help you avoid costly mistakes and maximize generosity in the room. In this episode, you’ll learn: What really drives donor generosity in the roomHow the flow of your program impacts givingWhy your paddle raise matters more than your live auctionThe role storytelling plays in unlocking larger giftsHow to create momentum that carries through the entire nightCommon gala mistakes that quietly cost nonprofits thousandsWhat the best fundraising events consistently get rightIf you’re planning a gala, hosting a fundraiser, or looking to increase the impact of your next event, this episode will help you think differently about how to design a night that inspires action. Subscribe to Auction Is Action for real-world fundraising strategies, event insights, and lessons learned from hundreds of successful nonprofit events. Learn more about Bobby D. and Call To Auction at calltoauction.com New episodes weekly. Recommended For Nonprofit leaders Development directors Board members Event planners Fundraising committees School, hospital, and foundation galas

    12 min

  7. 11/21/2025

    How to do Last Paddle Up, Last Hero Standing, Last Donor Giving...

    Recommended For Nonprofit leaders Development directors Board members Event planners Fundraising committees School, hospital, and foundation galas

    8 min

  8. 11/14/2025

    Gala Magic: On & Off the Stage

    Recommended For Nonprofit leaders Development directors Board members Event planners Fundraising committees School, hospital, and foundation galas

    1h 1m
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Join us as we delve into the exciting world of fundraising auctions, where every bid is a step towards making a difference. We believe that Auctions is action with a "U" in it! Whether you're a seasoned organizer or a newcomer, our  insights will equip you with the knowledge to elevate your fundraising initiatives and create memorable experiences for everyone!

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  • Creator
    Call To Auction
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
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