13 Things NOT to Do at a Fundraising Gala (Event Planner Edition)

13 Things NOT to Do at a Fundraising Gala (Event Planner Edition)     1.    Don’t Skip a Run-of-Show     •    Not having a detailed timeline and script leads to confusion, delays, and missed moments of impact.     2.    Don’t Forget the Mission– MISSION, MISSION, MISSION     •    Avoid … Continue reading 13 Things NOT to Do at a Fundraising Gala (Event Planner Edition)

Impact Auctions Fundraising Auctioneer

Impact Auctions is an upbeat Fundraising team for your next Fundraising gala. Experience! Reliability! Expert! Debbie and Ron Hitzel, Impact Auctions, are a husband and wife team that have been in the fundraising business for over 20 years raising money … Continue reading Impact Auctions Fundraising Auctioneer

Here are 77 creative fundraising gala themes to inspire your next event 2025:

1. The Roaring ‘20s • Glamour, jazz, flappers, and a lavish vintage setting. 2. Masquerade Ball • Elegance and mystery with guests in masks and exquisite décor. 3. A Night in Paris • Eiffel Tower replicas, French cuisine, and Parisian chic. 4. Casino … Continue reading Here are 77 creative fundraising gala themes to inspire your next event 2025:

Fundraising Auctioneers: Turning Bids into IMPACT

The Power of Personality in Fundraising Auctioneering: Turning Bids into Impact: Impact Auctions When it comes to fundraising auctions, success isn’t just about the items on the block or the generosity of the crowd—it’s about the energy in the room. … Continue reading Fundraising Auctioneers: Turning Bids into IMPACT

Impact Auctions Fundraising Auctioneers

Let’s Meet our Team of Fundraising Auctioneers:  Impact Auctions Bio:  Ron and Debbie Hitzel Debbie and Ron Hitzel, Impact Auctions, reside in Waxhaw, North Carolina, and are a husband and wife team that have been in the fundraising business for … Continue reading Impact Auctions Fundraising Auctioneers

The Tale Of Two Fundraising Auctioneers

The Volunteer Auctioneer A fellow committee member agreed to be the auctioneer at this year’s black tie gala. He volunteered to be the auctioneer in-order to save the organization money. On the night of theevent the doors swung open and … Continue reading The Tale Of Two Fundraising Auctioneers

Impact Auctions and Fashion Breathes Life Charlotte

The 7th year ‘Fashion Breathes Life’ event was a huge fundraising success for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Charlotte Chapter. Friday, April 1, 2022 event included local influencers walking the runway, beautiful clothing and emotional testimonials by those touched by cystic … Continue reading Impact Auctions and Fashion Breathes Life Charlotte

13 Fundraising Success Tips with Live Auctions

Fundraising can be hard work and quite stressful for the committee that is in charge of the fundraising piece of the event.  Here are a dozen plus one pitfalls to avoid at all costs, and successful strategies to turn your … Continue reading 13 Fundraising Success Tips with Live Auctions

The Florida Getaway Auction Experience

  It was a fantastic trip and we want to go again! Busch Gardens, the zoo, aquarium, and The Don CeSar were fabulous! Columbia restaurant is a must return as well! Thank you for your help! Kim Opened at the … Continue reading The Florida Getaway Auction Experience