Posts by Bob Ehlert

4 Proven Strategies to Make Your School Fundraiser a Success

Planning a school fundraiser can be challenging, but with the right strategies, it can also be an incredible opportunity to rally your community, engage donors, and achieve your fundraising goals. Whether you’re aiming to fund a new project, boost scholarships, or support school programs, the key to success lies in creating an event that excites,…

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Create a Gold Medal Gala: Private School Fundraising Events Webinar

Join us for an insightful webinar, “Gold Medal Gala: Private School Fundraising Events,” where we’ll unveil proven strategies and innovative ideas to elevate your fundraising efforts.  Designed specifically for private school administrators, development officers, and fundraising volunteers, this session will provide actionable insights to help you achieve your financial goals and support your school’s mission.…

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Summit Hangover Brunch: Business and Performance Advancement Workshop

Ok, you’ve attended the Benefit Auction Summit, brain is buzzing, notebook filled with ideas, recharged battery to succeed in the next year. Join us on August 28th, 2024 from 10 am – 1:30 pm for the Summit Hangover Brunch: Business and Performance Advancement Workshop, a post-conference gathering designed to help you synthesize and apply insights…

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Lunch, Learn, and Fundraise: Nonprofit Event Fundraising Success

Date and time Friday, February 16 · 11am – 2pm MST Location Industrious7014 East Camelback Road #Suite B100A Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Join us for an enriching afternoon of knowledge and collaboration at our seminar, “Lunch, Learn, and Fundraise: Nonprofit Event Fundraising Success.” Delve into the essentials of successful nonprofit event fundraising as we explore strategic…

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A New Auctioneer in Town, Tucson Native, Frankie Fletcher

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Introducing Frankie Fletcher: A Passionate, Dynamic Fundraising Auctioneer Revitalizing the Tucson Gala Scene TUCSON,AZ September 21, 2023 – Tucson is excited to welcome Frankie Fletcher, an accomplished and charismatic auctioneer, to its vibrant nonprofit community. With his exceptional talent, passion for fundraising, and commitment to fostering a memorable auction experience, Fletcher is…

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Meet the Call To Auction family in our new home!

Founded in 2014 after many years of contemplation, Call To Auction has served as auctioneers and fundraising consultants to over 250  events, inspired 1000’s of donors to help raise over $100+ million to impact the world. What started as a one-man show with a passion for better events that are more exciting, engaging and inspring…

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From $50k to $750k in less than 5 years

We have been so fortunate to partner with one of our favorite clients, Chances for Children. Not just one of our favorites because they do amazing work in Haiti, but they have partnered with us for the past 5 years and have seen 1500% increase in fundraising. What started as an event in the founder…

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Does a larger gala audience equal higher fundraising results?

Does a larger gala audience equal higher fundraising results?

We need more guests!!! We had 350 last year, let’s get 500 this year…we’ll raise more money! Let’s get 1000 this year and we’ll truly break fundraising records. Have you ever thought or spoke these words? If you have, I’m sure you may or may not have realized your dream ROI of your latest gala. Serving…

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