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

Fund Appeal: Make More Using a Paddle Drop

A 100-paddle Drop Raffle A 100-paddle raise is a popular fundraising method at gala events, where attendees donate $100 (or a set amount) in exchange for a chance to win a prize, often through a random drawing or selection. The … Continue reading Fund Appeal: Make More Using a Paddle Drop

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

West Palm Beach and Florida Fundraising Auctioneer

Fundraising Auctioneer Can Make All The Difference Take your FUNDRAISING event to the Next Level Ron and Debbie Hitzel, Founders of Impact Auctions, enjoy helping Non-Profit Organizations all over the United States reach their goals in Live & Silent Auctions … Continue reading West Palm Beach and Florida Fundraising Auctioneer

Live Auction Gala Check List for Fundraising Events

“Prepare while others are daydreaming.” – William Arthur Ward. Fundraising is a lot of hard work, so the sooner you get your team gathered and begin checking the box on the TO DO LIST items, the better prepared you will … Continue reading Live Auction Gala Check List for Fundraising Events

“VETERAN” Fundraising Benefit Auctioneer

Impact Auctions is a Fundraising North Carolina and Florida Auctioneer Team that has helped thousands of charities around the country. Ron Hitzel, US Navy Nuclear Submariner, is a “Veteran” auctioneer that can help your next event RAISE MORE. Debbie and … Continue reading “VETERAN” Fundraising Benefit Auctioneer

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