Silent Auction

Overall Cost: $$
Complexity: 3

A silent auction can be a fun and easy way to make money and people like to win things. Participants come and mingle while placing their bids. Items, services, gift certificates, just about anything can donated to auction. Gift baskets are always a hit too!

 

Need help getting started? Download a sample template for a silent auction here: Sample Silent Auction Template – American Cancer Society Resources (acsresources.org)

Things to Consider

  • Can be done anytime of year.
  • Location, location, location!
  • Sell businesses on your vision and all that ACS does in the fight against cancer for donations.
  • Make an ask for donations on social media too.
  • Can be a part of another type of fundraiser (ie. karaoke, or a dinner) to bring in more money.
  • Make sure you follow the laws in your State.

Other Fundraising Ideas

Beer Garden

Coordinate with a local brewery to co-host a happy hour where a portion of the sales go to ACS. The event can be decorated with lights, music, and games to

Community Yard Sale

Can also be called a “Treasure sale” because one man’s junk is another man’s treasure. Organize a day, contact team members for donations and turn all those “treasures” into American

Smash Room / Dish Smash

Collect old and chipped dishes your community no longer uses and hold a dish smashing event. It’s a wonderful way to let anger out!

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