Understand: Auction Bidding Styles

Choose the best Auction style for your fundraiser. RallyUp offers two Auction types, each with its own bidding process so that you can choose the best option for your fundraiser and donor base. English Style English-style Auctions operate similarly to many in-person Auctions: Each item’s starting price and bid increment are set before bidding starts...

Understand: Charity Auctions

Learn about RallyUp’s Auction options and how to customize them. Auctions are a fundraising method where donors compete to bid on items. When the Auction ends, whoever has the highest bid wins the item. RallyUp provides many tools and customization options to help you run a smooth and successful Auction. The links below will take you to other Knowle...

Understand: Auction Gifts

Give donors the opportunity to support your cause even if they don’t win an Auction item.  When you run an Auction on RallyUp, you can ask donors for Auction Gifts. This feature allows donors to set a one-time donation amount that will only be charged if they don’t win any Auction items. This gives donors an extra opportunity to support your cause, ...

Insights: Auction FAQs

Display FAQs on your Experience Page to make it easier for donors to participate in your Auction. If your donors aren't used to participating in online Auctions, consider displaying FAQs that anticipate their questions and give them peace of mind. This can increase participation and help you raise more funds.  We've provided several common FAQs belo...