This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
Contact every restaurant, tourist and entertainment venue, all the realtors, and any business that you would normally see advertising on the radio/newsprint for a donation. Tell then what you'd like (admission tickets, gift cards, baskets) and that you will have someone pick it up from them.
For a bigger ticket or experience option offer tickets to a Broadway show, NY fashion week, etc. People love sports and these auction ideas are especially popular if your local or regional pro teams are doing well or have a strong fan-following.
Your team should start by asking coworkers, friends, family members, and other personal and professional connections to donate items. Then, turn to local businesses and retailers. Now this is where the rubber really hits the road: your auction request letters!
Getting started Craft a compelling message. Include who you are. Be clear about what you're asking for. Link your donation form. Say thank you in advance.
A donation receipt is a written acknowledgment of a donor's contribution to a charitable organization. It helps supporters and nonprofits keep good records of gifts and offers an opportunity for nonprofits to express their appreciation.
A direct ask is going to be best, but the most effective way for that ask to result in donations/donated items is to have someone who knows the business/owner you're approaching for the donation. Utilize your board members, connected volunteers, etc., and approach businesses that are related to your mission first…
Dear (Donor name): On behalf of (CHARITY) I would like to extend to you a sincere thank you for the (item(s)/package(s)) you donated to our recent (auction name) Online Auction. Your generous contribution will help (describe cause here).
How to Write a Silent Auction Donation Request Letter Step 1: Identify and address the decision maker. Step 2: Acknowledge your relationship with the prospect. Step 3: Briefly tell your nonprofit's story. Step 4: Include a clear call to action. Step 5: Highlight the benefits of donating.
Items donated for the auction, as well as the monetary contributions, should be eligible for deductions under IRS rules. One crucial aspect to consider is the items' fair market value (FMV).
Once the item sells at auction, credit the asset acquisition side of the transaction and debit the donation revenue side to show that the item is no longer in your organization's possession. You should still make sure you have a record of the transactions that took place.