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GalaBid: Giving The Gift Of Education This Christmas

Every year we work with amazing organisations that are dedicated to improving the lives of others and the environment we inhabit. It’s a privilege to be able to help these incredible charities and non-profits raise more to make a positive difference...

Keeping Your Fundraising Guests In Focus

We recently looked at ways to keep your supporter relationship happy and healthy. Part of maintaining a positive connection will be remembering that the little things matter. Fundraising events are full of opportunities to make the small details shine. By focusing on your fundraising guests you’ll guarantee plenty of feel-good vibes that make your guests feel appreciated...

How To Keep Your Supporter Relationship Healthy

The connection with your supporters has to be a two-way relationship. While supporter donations, advocacy and fundraising event attendance are critical to your cause, so is ensuring that support year-on-year. Much like any other relationship, it means showing your supporters plenty of love and appreciation!...

A Newbies' Guide To Consignment Auction Prizes

Co-ordinating the right prize mix for your fundraising auction is hard work. Your prizes need to be attractive, affordable and offer a variety of experiences and price points. Sourcing donated prizes can mean many hours of door-knocking (and dealing with a few rejections!)...

Bite-Sized Case Study: NZSO Gala Soiree

The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra is New Zealand's national orchestra, bringing world class music to audiences for 70 years, making it one of the world's oldest national orchestras.

Silent Auctions: RIP or Alive and Kicking?

Running a fundraising event with a silent auction is a LOT of work. The auction alone means sourcing prizes, marketing the event, booking an auctioneer, running the auction, collecting money and distributing the prizes. Are the returns worth the effort?...

Bite-Sized Case Study: Gold Coast Hospital Foundation

The Gold Coast Hospital Foundation seeks to provide financial support and medical equipment for those within the Gold Coast community affected by illness and disease. “The Foundation’s priority programs are those that help relieve poverty and distress of people in Queensland that is caused by illness or disease. We currently have a number of patient support services running and aim to grow this area of our work over the coming year/s.”...

Do I Need An Onsite Tech At My Fundraiser?

GalaBid’s number one aim is to help you raise as much money as possible for your cause. It’s why our fundraising digital platform is available as a self-run service or with a GalaBid onsite tech to help you at your fundraising event. But how do you know which service offering is right for you? Here’s when an onsite tech can be a big help:...

How To Engage Millennials At Your Fundraising Auction

Defined as people aged between 21 and 35, Millennials are your new generation of donors. Millennials have the same desire to support your cause as older generations, however, as the tech savvy generation they require a different approach when it comes to engagement. Think tech friendly communication with a personal touch and you’ll get the most from younger supporters at your next fundraising auction...

Want To Raise More? Add These 3 Things To Your Silent Auction.

Looking for ways to squeeze more revenue from your silent auction? Your tried and tested formula has probably produced great results in the past, but it’s always good to find new ways to raise more for your cause or organisation.Here are three ways you can reinvigorate your fundraising efforts to deliver impressive results:...

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