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50,000+ organizations raised more with CharityAuctions

The Fastest Way to
Run a Charity Auction

Charity auction software for online, live, and hybrid events. Build your auction in minutes. No app required. Donors bid from their phones, pay instantly, and you keep more of every dollar raised.

+43%Avg. revenue increase
$1B+Raised since 2007
30 minTo go live
4.8★Rated on G2
No credit card requiredPay only after you raiseNo contract or commitmentFree expert support included

Live auction preview — what your donors see

The 10X Charity Auction Playbook - free download100% Free

Top auctions raise 38% more. This shows you how.

Free 14-page PDF · 250,000+ events studied

Most Auctions Leave Money on the Table.Get the Playbook That Fixes It.

We broke down what the best charity auctions do differently. This free guide gives you their step-by-step plan. Copy it. Raise more. Stress less.

  • What top 1% of auctions do first
  • Scripts that pull in more bids
  • Night-of checklist for your team
  • PDF in your inbox in 60 seconds
4,200+ fundraisers downloaded this weekNo credit card. No spam. Ever.

Charity Auction Software for Every Event

Every Type of Fundraiser, One Platform.

Tell us what you're running and we'll show you exactly how CharityAuctions handles it, from setup to final payout.

Silent & Live Auctions

Run a Flawless Auction: Online, Live, or Hybrid.

+43%average revenue increase vs. paper bid sheets
  • No-app mobile bidding so donors bid from any phone
  • AI-generated item descriptions in seconds
  • Live auctioneer display & paddle raise tools
  • Instant checkout & automated winner emails
NonprofitsGalasGolf TournamentsVirtual Events
Live Events & Galas

Manage Every Detail of Your Gala Night, Stress-Free.

30 minaverage setup time from account creation to live event
  • Online ticketing & guest check-in app
  • Table management & seating assignments
  • Fund-a-need & paddle raise on any device
  • Real-time analytics dashboard for your team
Gala OrganizersHospitalsUniversitiesFoundations

Not sure which event type fits your fundraiser?
Talk to an auction expert. Free 15-minute planning call, no commitment.

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Auction Outcomes

Everything You Need for a More Profitable, Less Stressful Auction.

CharityAuctions gives your team the tools to raise more, run smoother events, and spend less time on logistics. Here is what that looks like in practice.

+43%average revenue vs. paper bid sheets
$1B+raised across 250,000+ events
30 minaverage time to go live from signup
1M+active bidders on the platform
Luxury silent auction items on display
Avg. 34% more raisedvs. paper-based events

Attract More Bidders

No app needed

Reach guests inside and outside the room with mobile bidding that works on any phone, no download required. More bidders means more competition and higher final bids.

Generate More Bids

+43% avg revenue

Automatic outbid alerts, popcorn bidding, watchlists, and flexible closing rules keep bidders engaged and competing right up to the final second.

Simplify Event Night

30 min setup

Manage tickets, check-in, live bidding, paddle raises, and totals from one system. Your team runs the room instead of chasing paper.

Eliminate Checkout Chaos

Instant payouts

Send invoices automatically and let winners pay from their phones the moment bidding closes. No lines, no manual entry, no missed payments.

Know Exactly What Happened

Real-time data

Track bidders, winners, payments, donors, and items with clear post-event reporting. Use the data to raise even more at your next event.

Get Expert Help When You Need It

Free support

Talk to a real support team by phone, chat, or email before and during your event. You are never left to figure it out alone on event night.

Guest placing a mobile bid at a fundraising event

142 Active Bidders

bidding right now

$18,450raised so far tonight38% above last year

Mobile Bidding

Bid from the Palm of Your Hand.

No app download required. Bidders scan a QR code and bid instantly from any smartphone. Real-time outbid alerts keep them engaged and drive final bids higher.

  • No app download, works on any iPhone or Android
  • Real-time outbid text alerts keep bidders coming back
  • One-tap checkout with Apple Pay and Google Pay
  • Live bid leaderboard drives in-room excitement and competition

1M+ bidders have used mobile bidding on CharityAuctions. Average event sees 3.2x more bids vs. paper sheets.

What Organizers Say

Real results from real fundraising events.

4.9
2,400+ verified reviews
from event organizers
$1B+total raised on platform
250K+events completed
+43%avg revenue increase
50K+organizations trust us
$86K raised in one night
We raised 43% more than our previous year. Mobile bidding was completely seamless, and our donors loved it.

Sarah M.

Development Director, Regional Food Bank

$12K on their first event
Setup took under 30 minutes. Our organization raised $12K with zero tech headaches. I would recommend this to any nonprofit.

Jennifer K.

Event Chair, Community Foundation

Record-breaking fundraising year
The hybrid auction let us reach donors who could not attend in person. Best fundraising year in our history.

Michael R.

Fundraising Chair, Regional Hospital Foundation

Ready to write your own success story?

Join 50,000+ organizations that have already raised more with CharityAuctions.

How It Works

From zero to live in 30 minutes.

No training required. No IT department. Just a guided setup that walks you from your first item to your first bid.

  1. Create your auction page

    Add your organization name, logo, and event details. Your branded page is ready instantly.

    Takes about 5 minutes
  2. Add your auction items

    Upload photos, set opening bids, and add descriptions. Use our AI item description generator or import from CSV.

    AI writes descriptions for you
  3. Share and watch bids roll in

    Send your unique link to donors. They bid from any phone with no app needed. Real-time alerts keep them competing.

    Avg. 43% more raised vs. paper

No IT department

needed to get started

Nonprofit team collaborating around a laptop
30 minaverage setup time from signup

Pricing

No upfront cost. No surprise pricing. No pressure.

Built for nonprofits and schools, CharityAuctions uses simple performance-based pricing so you can launch, test, and run your event with zero financial risk.

Free to start

Create your auction page, add items, and explore every feature before your event. No credit card required to get started.

Full platform access from day one

Built for nonprofits

Privately funded since 2007 and focused on long-term value, not investor pressure. We grow when your mission grows.

17+ years serving nonprofits and schools
No credit card requiredStart exploring for free today
No long-term contractCancel or pause any time
No upfront software costPerformance-based pricing only
Free support includedPhone, chat, and email

Start free. Raise more. Pay after.

Join 50,000+ organizations that have already raised more with CharityAuctions.

No credit card required. Full platform access from day one.

FAQ

Common questions about charity auction software.

Everything you need to know before your first event. Still have questions? Our team is available by phone, chat, or email.

Charity auction software is a digital platform that enables nonprofits and fundraising organizations to create, manage, and run online or in-person auctions to raise money. It typically includes item catalog management, mobile bidding, real-time bid tracking, payment processing, and donor management. CharityAuctions.com is the leading charity auction software platform, trusted by 50,000+ organizations.

Try it free today

CharityAuctions is built specifically for nonprofits, schools, PTOs, foundations, and fundraising events that want an easier way to run online, live, or hybrid auctions. The platform includes mobile bidding, checkout, ticketing, reporting, and donor tools, with no upfront software cost and a free way to test the platform before committing.

50,000+ organizations trust CharityAuctions. Average event raises 43% more than paper-based auctions.

CharityAuctions uses performance-based pricing, so you pay nothing upfront. Pricing is tied to your results after your event. There is no upfront software cost, no subscription required to get started, and no credit card needed to create and test your auction.

See full pricing details

Yes. You can create your auction, add items, and fully test the platform at no cost. No credit card is required to get started. Most organizers are live in under 30 minutes.

Build my auction free

Yes. CharityAuctions includes full silent auction functionality: item catalog with photos and descriptions, opening bid and bid increment settings, mobile bidding without an app, real-time outbid notifications via text, and automated checkout. You can run your silent auction entirely online or use it alongside an in-person event.

Online silent auctions on CharityAuctions average 3.2x more bids than paper bid sheets.

No. CharityAuctions is browser-based. Bidders simply scan a QR code or click a link to access the auction from any smartphone. No app download is required. They receive real-time outbid text alerts and can check out instantly.

No app = more bidders. Removing the download barrier increases bidder participation by up to 60%.

CharityAuctions supports online, live, and hybrid charity auctions, raffles, and live events including galas and golf tournaments. It is built for nonprofits, schools, PTOs, foundations, churches, alumni groups, and hospitals.

Talk to an expert about your event

Still have questions? We are here to help.

Talk to a real auction expert by phone, chat, or email. No sales pressure, just answers.

4.9 from 2,400+ verified reviews

Your next event could raise 43% more.
Start free in 30 minutes.

Join 50,000+ nonprofits and schools that have already raised more with CharityAuctions. No credit card required to get started.

$1B+raised on platform
250K+events completed
+43%avg revenue increase
30 minavg setup time
No credit card required
No upfront software cost
No long-term contract
Free support included
1,200 fundraisers started their auction journey this week.