"How to use Signage at Fundraising Events"

 

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Take a look at the most amazing projects made by both children and adults! The money will flow and the emotions roll as family and friends compete to win custom and original art and objects.

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"We grossed over $450,000
and money is still coming in!"
"I want to thank you and your team for doing an amazing job at our event. People are still talking about how much fun it was and complimenting you on what a great job you did. I had several people comment that they have been to numerous fundraisers and have never seen such a great auction team. Congratulations on a great job. We well exeeded our expectations!"
-Joe Kelly, Notre Dame Academy

 

 

"Oprah sold for $100,000!"

"April's stage presence is amazing. She's funny, energetic and the best auctioneer I've ever seen!"

-Sandra Yancey, eWomen Network Foundation, Dallas, Texas


“We had the pleasure of working with April Brown here at St. Monica Parish School for our 2009 Auction.  April was with us all the way from the initial planning meetings, procurement ideas and introducing fun new games to increase our revenue Gala Night.  We loved the wine ring toss game, one bid board and dessert dash.  April Brown even video taped our gala and posted a fun video for everyone to see and re-live the great evening.  I would recommend April and Mike Brown for your upcoming auction.”

- Jamie North, St. Monica Parish Events & School Auction


“In just a few short years of working with April Brown, Mitochondrial Research Foundation in association with Children’s Hospital has funded a protocol that has extended our children’s lives and given us hope for a cure” 

- Jill Herczog, President Mitochondrial Research Guild


“With your help we beat our goal by over 30%!"

- Low Income Housing Assistance League


“We can't thank you enough for helping to make this auction an outstanding success! With your help we beat our goal by over 30%! “

- Todd & Cari Echelbarger , Matt Johnson Benefit Auction


“It was first banquet ever and April brought us to the Dance, and made us look so good. She is a first class Auctioneer, with cutting edge ideas for success. We look forward to her return in 2009. "

- Eric Green


“April Brown is easy to work with and made my job easier and more fun. She is prepared and enthusiastic and I recommend her to everyone in Oklahoma."

- Kacy Hensley, Developmen Officer Children's Miracle Network


“I've been to lots of auctions and this is the first time I've ever enjoyed an auctioneer. She is enthusiastic and funny and she kept up the pace and never seemed to tire. I don't know how she does it. I highly recommend her.”

- Green Valley School


“We did a really great thing on Saturday Night! WE RAISED OVER $120,000 for our kids. It is so great when you can do good! Thank-You all for your amazing support, hard work, thoughtfulness, and generousity!"


“Like no one else in the business.... truly unique. She comes back year after year with fresh ideas. We couldn't do the auction without her.” 

-Terrence Maquire Christ the King Parish School

 

 

" We have had April with us for 18 years and she is wonderful as well as her team. They are supportive, kind, funny and firmly believe in the work that they do.  She will help you make more money, give you great ideas and she will make you laugh your sox off in the process. We love her and I know you will too.

Vicci Hilty, Director, Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County

What are you waiting for! 

April Brown, MCAS

Auctioneer, Master of Ceremonies and Catalog Reader

April Brown is a veteran auctioneer with over 18 years specializing in fundraising auctions. She is also the founding director of Whisker City, a feline rescue organization located in Shoreline, Washington, where she makes her home with her husband Mike and their dogs Chatter and Giggles and cats Millie, Charlotte and Twinkie.

When she is not calling auctions or rehearsing with the Gala Guys, she enjoys creating classroom projects for parent and teacher groups along with lessons and training for clients.

 

 

 

Pat Cashman

Auctioneer, Master of Ceremonies and Catalog Reader 

Pat Cashman is an actor, broadcast performer and writer with over twenty-five years of making people laugh. He was a featured performer, writer and producer on the nationally syndicated television show “Almost Live!” and Disney’s “Bill Nye the Science Guy”; and is a Northwest favorite radio host. Pat's experience as humorous-inspirational speaker and Master of Ceremonies for hundreds of corporate gatherings and charitable fundraisers make him one of the our most entertaining and beloved auctioneers.

 

 

Mike Brown

Master of Ceremonies and Catalog Reader 


 

 

 

 

Neil Scott

Master of Ceremonies and Catalog Reader

Neil Scott is an update anchor on Sports Radio 950 KJR.  He also covers the Seahawks, Mariners and Huskies for The Fox Sports Radio Network and Sirius Satellite Radio.  He is the producer and host of a national radio talk show RECOVERY – Coast to Coast, which airs on Clear Channel AM 850 KHHO. Neil is a nationally acclaimed keynote speaker, writer and poet.  As an Master of Ceremonies and catalog reader, Neil’s excitement draws attention and prestige to each and every auction item.

 

 

Eric Kirshner

Master of Ceremonies, Catalog Reader, Bid Spotter and Auction Games

Eric Kirchner hosts talk shows, broadcast NEWS and SPORTS in Seattle and Portland. He continues to fly for NBC in Portland for channel 8, covering news and traffic, along with anchoring the weekend news on NEWS TALK 97-3, KIRO FM. He also works for the Seahawks Qwest field on Sundays.

Eric has a big heart for charity. He especially enjoys interacting with the bidders during the auction games and the live auction. "People can be anywhere in the world and they choose to spend their time giving to others. It's heartwarming and inspiring".

 

 

Keven Snyder

Bid Spotter, Video Production and Auction Games

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We  arrive at your auction early prepared to

entertain and engage the audience.

Energetic! Enthusiastic. Simply the best in the business! 


The Auction Powerhouse Library

Visit the Auction Powerhouse Library and find Easy to implement training money making ideas and one-to-one training. Your organization will automatically be enrolled for a one year membership to Charity Auction World, giving them access to hundreds of examples and templates for implementing all those great ideas. Watch video, listen to audio and read all about it when it's convenient for you and your team of busy volunteers.  

Passport to Successful Consignment

Learn how to use consigned items to your advantage. Charity Auction World offers some of the most exciting and profitable consignment vacation packages for fundraising events. Italy, Bali, South Africa are just some of the magical and memorable destinations with low consignment fees and 2 year expiration dates. Click here and discover how to raise more money at your next charity auction.

Personal Coaching

Support in person, by phone, and email. Every aspect of your auction will be evaluated and adjusted in advance to prevent oversights and mistakes that disconnect the buying audience from bidding and giving. You will learn how to use these valuable materials to train your volunteers to give their time and talent and produce results they can be proud of.

From the Basics to the Extreme

  • How and what to procure.
  • How to ask for what you want.
  • How to create items that require no procurement and make thousands of dollars.
  • How to develop relationships with volunteers and patrons and keep them engaged and committed.
  • Snap up every dollar with the fun and frivolity of auction games.
  • Learn how to convert donor relationships into shared wealth and success.


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