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Real night-of-event support from real humans. No phone queues, no voicemails—just a real Handbid expert ready to help. If something comes up during your event, don't panic. Just give us a call, and we'll solve the problem. We've got you covered!

🎉 In our latest Elevate Your Event episode, Sarah Plimpton shares the secrets to a successful capital campaign—starting with an epic public kickoff! 🚀 The kickoff event isn't just a celebration, it's a crucial moment to build momentum, engage donors, and rally your community around your mission. 💡 Want to learn how to make your campaign launch unforgettable? Tune in for expert tips and strategies! 🎙️✨ #CapitalCampaign #KickoffEvent #FundraisingTips #ElevateYourEvent #NonprofitSuccess

Partner Spotlight: Handbid x @James Spence Authentication (JSA) Handbid proudly partners with JSA, the premier authority in autograph authentication with over four generations of expertise. With nearly 700,000 files in their exemplar library, JSA ensures every autograph is thoroughly vetted for authenticity. This partnership brings added trust and credibility to your auction, allowing bidders to confidently bid on genuine autographed memorabilia backed by a world-renowned authentication service. Learn more at https://www.spenceloa.com/.

Event and auction managers run more profitable auctions with Handbid, an easy-to-use auction software designed to wow your guests, raise more money, and deliver a fantastic auction every time.

Simplify your event with Handbid's ticketing and registration! Here's how: 1️⃣ Guest self-service registration 2️⃣ Single event website for ticketing, bidding, and donations 3️⃣ Fast check-in and ticket scanning 4️⃣ iPad kiosks for ticketing, bidding, and sales 5️⃣ Up-front credit card capture with secure, PCI-compliant payment 6️⃣ One system to manage all your event data 7️⃣ Auto-generated guest lists that your guests can update themselves 8️⃣ Sponsorship options and discount codes 9️⃣ No long lines for check-in, check-out, or payments Less work for you, more fun for your guests! Book a demo today.

We designed Handbid to handle all your on-the-ground event logistics—ticketing, check-in, item listings, bidding, donations, payments... everything! With Handbid, guests can bid and pay instantly—no lines, no paper, just more fun! And the best part? You raise more money while keeping the process smooth and enjoyable.

🚀 Ready to take your nonprofit's fundraising to new heights? In the latest episode of Elevate Your Event, we chat with Sarah Plimpton, Director of Client Happiness at Capital Campaign Pro, as she walks us through the seven key phases of a successful capital campaign! 💡 From early planning to nailing that big public kickoff, Sarah's got you covered with actionable insights that will help you secure those game-changing donations. Whether you're funding a new facility or expanding your programs, this episode is packed with expert advice you won't want to miss! Tune in to learn about the "quiet phase," building donor trust, and how to create lasting relationships through the stewardship phase. 🎙️✨ Catch the episode now and elevate your next campaign! https://bit.ly/49ZllkB #Fundraising #NonprofitTips #CapitalCampaign #ElevateYourEvent #DonorStewardship #NonprofitSuccess #PodcastRecommendations

Drive more matching gift revenue with Handbid's integration with Double the Donation. 360MatchPro by Double the Donation is the industry-leading automated matching gift solution. Uncover more matching gift opportunities by identifying match-eligible donors, driving matches to completion, and gaining actionable matching gift insights. Integrating Double the Donation with Handbid is quick and simple! Just follow the provided integration guide and start raising more money from matching gifts instantly.

Run more profitable auctions with Handbid! Our platform streamlines every aspect of your auction, making it easier to engage bidders and maximize your fundraising efforts. Learn more at https://www.handbid.com/.

It's common for auction managers to think they have a tech-savvy volunteer team, only to find out otherwise during the event. To ensure a smooth check-in process, consider the following: 1️⃣ Ensure enough laptops for all volunteers 2️⃣ Provide computer login info to all volunteers 3️⃣ Make sure volunteers have WiFi login info (preferably on a secure network) 4️⃣ Verify that volunteers are reliable, tech-savvy, and properly trained on Handbid Auction Manager Covering these bases will help you run a successful check-in and ensure a great event experience.