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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. DEC 12

    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.

    12 min

  2. NOV 21

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

    Auction is Action with U in it!

    8 min

  3. NOV 14

    Gala Magic: On & Off the Stage

    Auction is Action with U in it!

    1h 1m

  4. NOV 7

    More Butts Doesn't Mean More Bucks

    Auction is Action with U in it!

    4 min

  5. OCT 31

    The 7 P's of Event Planning

    Auction is Action with U in it!

    7 min

  6. OCT 24

    No more Baskets of BullSh!t

    Auction is Action with U in it!

    6 min

  7. OCT 3

    Why Paddles are Powerful at your Fundraising Gala

    Auction is Action with U in it!

    7 min

  8. SEP 26

    BENEFIT AUCTION SUMMIT 2025

    Auction is Action with U in it!

    22 min
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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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