Run Stunning Charity Auctions.
Keep Every Dollar.
Host open, silent, or buy-now auctions online. Supporters bid from their phones, you collect every dollar raised. Zero platform fees — built for nonprofits, schools, and charity events.
Three Auction Formats, One Platform
Choose the format that fits your event — or combine all three in a single auction to maximize what you raise
Open Auction
Classic competitive bidding where everyone can see the current price and jump in. Drives excitement and maximizes revenue on high-value items.
- Live bidding with real-time bid updates
- Exciting competitive atmosphere that drives prices up
- Countdown timer visible to all bidders
- Bid history transparency builds trust
Silent Auction
Bidders place sealed bids within a timed window. Perfect for galas, dinners, and events where you want a more elegant bidding experience.
- Timed bidding window you control
- Sealed bids for a sophisticated experience
- Perfect for galas, dinners, and charity events
- Automatic closing with winner notification
Buy Now
Offer fixed-price items alongside your auction lots. Supporters can purchase instantly without waiting for bidding to close.
- Fixed-price items alongside auction lots
- Instant purchase with no bidding required
- Great for merchandise, gift baskets, and experiences
How Online Auction Fundraising Works
From listing your first item to collecting payment — four simple steps to a successful auction
List Your Items
Upload photos, write compelling descriptions, and set starting bids and reserve prices for each item. Add as many items as you need — there is no limit. Organize items into categories so bidders can browse easily and find what excites them most.
Set Bid Rules
Configure bid increments so prices move in amounts that make sense for each item. Set your auction duration — hours, days, or weeks. Enable auto-extend so that last-second bids add extra time and prevent sniping. You control every detail of how your auction runs.
Bidders Compete
Supporters bid from their phones, tablets, or computers. They receive instant outbid notifications so they can jump back in. Real-time bid updates keep the energy high and drive prices up. Share your auction link on social media, email, and at your event to maximize participation.
Winners Pay & You Get Paid
When bidding closes, winners are notified automatically with a secure payment link. Funds are collected online and deposited directly to your bank account. No chasing down winners, no handling cash, no spreadsheets. Everything is tracked in your dashboard.
Everything You Need to Run a Successful Auction
Powerful auction tools designed to drive competitive bidding and maximize what you raise
Zero Platform Fees
All processing fees are paid by buyers at checkout. You keep 100% of every winning bid and every buy-now purchase.
Item Photo Galleries
Upload multiple photos per auction item. Bidders can zoom in and browse a lightbox gallery to see every detail before placing a bid.
Reserve Prices
Set minimum acceptable bids to protect your items’ value. Bidders can see whether the reserve has been met, encouraging them to bid higher.
Auto-Extend Bidding
Prevents bid sniping by automatically extending the auction when bids come in during the final minutes. Every bidder gets a fair shot.
Real-Time Notifications
Instant outbid alerts push more competitive bidding. Bidders get notified the moment someone tops their bid so they can respond fast.
Mobile-First Bidding
Responsive design means supporters can browse items and place bids from any device in seconds. No app download required.
Run Your Auction Alongside a Gala, Dinner, or Fundraiser
Auctions are most powerful when paired with live events. Host a charity gala with silent auction bidding on guests' phones, run a school dinner with buy-now items at every table, or add open auction excitement to any fundraiser. Combining events and auctions on one platform means more engagement, more bidding, and more dollars raised. Attendees buy tickets and bid on items in the same place — no switching between apps or platforms.
Learn about event fundraisingBuilt for Nonprofit Auction Fundraising
Fund My Squad is designed with nonprofits in mind. Generate automatic tax receipts for winning bidders, manage donor relationships in one place, and stay compliant with state-level auction regulations. Your donors get the documentation they need, and you get the tools to build lasting relationships that drive repeat giving — far beyond a single auction.
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