2025-12-25
5 min read
Fundraising with sealed bids: why charities often get better outcomes
Sealed bids are calmer and more respectful for fundraising sales. Here’s how to run charity listings without the auction circus.
Fundraising auctions can get messy fast: bidding wars, last-second sniping, and people “winning” then vanishing. A sealed bid approach is calmer and tends to produce more reliable supporters.
Why sealed bids fit fundraising
- Supporters can submit a sincere maximum without being pressured.
- The charity can prioritise reliability and completion.
- It’s less performative — more respectful.
Fundraising listing template
- What the funds support (one sentence).
- How/when the winner receives the item.
- How quickly the winner should complete (e.g., pay within 24h).
- A thank-you line. People like being appreciated.
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FAQ
Why are sealed bids good for fundraising?
They reduce sniping and regret, and let the seller prioritise reliable supporters.
Should the charity pick the highest offer?
Not necessarily. Completion and supporter trust matter more.
How should the charity explain the sale?
One sentence: what funds support + how winner receives item + completion expectation.
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