Monday, February 24, 2014

Vital Tips To Know As A Charity Auction Organizer

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.

One of the most important things that needs to be decided upon is a date for the event. When the date is set then everyone can work towards it and make sure that everything is organized in time. You can help the company with a date, or they can set it themselves. A lot of auctions are arranged for a date in the spring or fall, and therefore sometime within these two seasons is recommended.

One of the worse times for such events to be held is in the summer, and in the winter too. After all the dates have been fixed, it will be good to involve yourself in the process by helping to find a professional auctioneer. An auctioneer who is experienced will be able to see to everything. Event organizers can opt to take this role as long as they are very experienced in that role.

However, make sure you do not rule out advising the organization to hire the services of an expert auctioneer if you have no idea how to go about the process. A professional auctioneer will always make sure all auctions are done efficiently. Also, make use of the best methods to obtain the right gifts to be auctioned at the event.

You should always set up the right teams to make sure you have the best gifts. Make sure the gifts are tangible so that people will really be interested in bidding or auctioning for them. Focus more on local businesses that will give you items that are tangible and worth auctioning. Also, make sure the venue is set up adequately, and designed to attract the group or class of people being invited.

Make sure every invitation is sent a few days ahead of the exact day, and ensure the exact reason and also the time of the event is stated clearly on the invitation. State the exact venue of the event too. This way, the event will be attended on time and with enthusiasm. Even though it may be a charity event, do not forget to ask for the right price 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.

A charity auction organizer has a big task that must be well achieved. His or duties will also include ensuring that there is quality sound in the venue. This is very important for the auction's success. Auctions by charities are for the poor and the needy, or to aid some other worthwhile cause. They should therefore be organized especially well and with enthusiasm.




About the Author:



Add to Technorati Favorites Bookmark and Share

0 comments: