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4 Silent Auction Facts to Start a Bidding War

Auctions are a lot of work. Are they still worth it? Knowing which auction items could start a bidding war can make all of the difference in your success!

We’ve got that info for you – and then some! GiveSmart analyzed over 521,600 lines of silent and live auction data from nearly 4,300 organizations. From this data, we’ve learned which items can make a big impact at your auction.

We’re serving you just a snapshot here. Fill out the form to the right to see the data!

Auctions can still make a big impact on your mission. We have many more insights to share in November of 2025!

Other Auction resources:

• Blog | 5 Ways to Use Silent Auction Data for Successful Fundraising
• Blog | 30 Best Silent Auction Ideas That Don’t Cost A Dime
• Guide | The Ultimate Data-Driven Auction Fundraising Guide
• Webinar | Let the Bidding War Begin
• Webinar | Beyond Bids: Best Practices and Proven Strategies to Perfecting the Live Auction