Sunday 16 February 2014

Some Important Things A Charity Auction Organizer Needs To Know

By Krystal Branch


Persons who arrange big events such as auctions, whether they are silent or live, know that it is not a small task, and that it takes many hours of work to get everything right. Professionals who arrange events like these have certain strategies in place so that effective planning can happen. If you have been selected to be the charity auction organizer, it is best that you are prepared for some serious, but fun work.

First of all, there is the need to make sure the date for the event is known. If the organization does not have a date for the event, you can always help them out by choosing a suitable date. Most times, auctions are held during the spring or fall, therefore, try as much as you can to convince the organization to fix the date of their auctions during these times.

Summer can be the worst time for a big and important event such as this to be held. Winter is another inconvenient time to have auctions of any kind. After the date has been set, make sure you help the company to find a good auctioneer who can take charge of the event. There are times when you can be the auctioneer; that is, if you have the relevant experience.

For larger and more formal events a professional auctioneer is recommended. It also perhaps best not to overload yourself with all the tasks that need to be completed. Someone who is familiar with the proceedings of this sort of event will definitely be an asset. They may even provide assistance with finding the items to be auctioned.

Setting up the right teams will be the best way to obtain such gifts. Do not accept just any kind of gifts so that guests at the auction will be interested in them. They must be right for the type of event you are organizing. The right gifts may be possible to get from local businesses. Make sure the venue for the auction is set up well, and designed to please the class or kind of individuals invited.

Make sure all invitations are sent ahead of time and make sure the purpose and time of the event is made very clear. Also, the venue or place of the occasion should be clear. This will help to make sure that it is attended properly, and that the venue is full. Although it is a charity arrangement, make sure you charge adequately for your services.

A packet should be presented to each guest when they arrive. This packet will consist of various items or useful information. The guests will then be informed of the rules, the ways of payment, information regarding the charity that is hosting the event, the program of the event, and whatever else that will make the evening enjoyable and memorable for the guests.

Also, as a good charity auction organizer, there will be the need for you to make sure all sound systems are working well. Without the right sound, there is no way the event can go smoothly. Auctions for charities are mostly to help the poor and less privileged. This is why it is very important that the person in charge of the event is serious-minded.




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