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)
Pick a theme! Pick a season! Pick a location! Costume contest run through the cemetery at sunset? Ugly sweaters at the holidays? Red dress for Valentine’s Day? Be creative, pull
Have you ever wanted to “stick a fork in cancer”? This is a great way to get local restaurants involved in the cause and also allowing them to boost their
Does your town have some haunted places? Showcase them and organize a haunted walk – or make the stories up yourself.
Have a great fundraising idea to share? Use this form to submit ideas that could be added to the national Fundraising Resources library for others to use.
Note: This is not the place to promote or submit your local event or fundraiser.
