Live auctions serve a purpose other than just raising more money for your organization. In this episode I share:The purpose of a live auctionThe types of events that work best for live auctionsHow to find live auction itemsWhy it’s important to work with an auctioneerLISTENER ACTION ITEMDetermine if a live auction is right for your organization and your event.  Talk to your board about the types of unique, one of a kind experiences you’re hoping to get for the auction.  Really think about your target audience and what would appeal to them.  Give your board some examples of the types of live auctions you’d like to have   Research consignment item sites.  You want to have them in your back pocket if you need to round out your auction.  The two sites I recommend are Winspire and CharityACE auctions.  ITalk to other nonprofits in your area to see who they’ve used for live auctioneers. Get pricing for your event.  Auctioneer pricing is based on a number of factors.  Don’t assume because your nonprofit neighbor paid a certain dollar amount you’ll get a similar bid. Let me know what topics you’d like me to cover in future podcast episodes.  Go to https://www.thatsoundslikeaplan.net/submitaquestionLIST OF RESOURCES & SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLESEp 36 Show NotesEp. 35_Seven Post-Auction DutiesEp. 34_Day of Auction DetailsEp 33 Online Auction BasicsEp 32_Preparing to Host an AuctionEp 22_Creating an Internal Event Recap  Podcast website:   https://www.thatsoundslikeaplan.netRIpple Event FB Page:  https://www.facebook.com/RippleEventMktgRipple Event Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/rippleeventmktg/