What items sell best at silent auctions?
Silent auctions are ideal for low to mid-priced items ($500 or less), where the organization has a large quantity of items to sell and a large group of guests attending (over 100 people). If there are multiple components to a prize (like a gift basket) and the items need to be examined up close, a silent auction is great because the items can be on display for guests throughout the evening. Here are some examples of items that sell best at silent auctions:nn1. Themed gift baskets- spa, food & wine, sports or art-themed baskets.n2. Restaurant gift certificates- coffee shops, local burger or taco places, date-night restaurantsn3. Personal services- spa, lash studio, nail salon, kids haircutsn4. Cooking classes- Sur La Table, Cozymeal, or local chefn5. fitness classes- yoga, barre, pilates, zumba, or body pumpn6. Kids activities- martial arts, music class, or tumblingn7. Tickets to sporting events, concerts or other live eventsnWhen considering a silent auction vs. raffle, keep in mind that silent auction items typically sell for about 50% of their stated value. This is important to understand in your fundraising goals.