Why should my organization hire a Fundraising Auctioneer? Fundraising auctioneers bring knowledge of what methods work well in a fundraising auction environment. Through pre-auction consulting, we help your organization streamline your event to increase charitable giving and help you avoid problems that hinder it. Fundraising auctions are our specialty and we provide superior knowledge and service that most volunteers, celebrities, and auctioneers that sell cars or cattle lack.   Why do you charge for your services? This is how fundraising auctioneers make a living. By doing so, we can devote all of the time and resources needed to work towards your organization's goals and success.   How early should we book an auctioneer for the event? As early as you can (four to six months is sufficient, more if possible, and a year ahead of time is great). The more time there is for pre-event consulting enables us to give you advice in working towards your fundraising goals.   Do you directly solicit auction lot donations to sell at the event? No. Successful events utilize the donor connections your organization has and we offer suggestions on how to go about maximizing these opportunities. We will review your list of donations and advise on how best to strengthen, complete and then package the items for your auction event. Establishing and building on relationships you own furthers your organization's fundraising efforts in a sustainable way for future projects and events.