Run a Flawless Auction: Online, Live, or Hybrid.
- 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
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.
Live auction preview — what your donors see
100% FreeTop auctions raise 38% more. This shows you how.
Free 14-page PDF · 250,000+ events studiedWe 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.
Charity Auction Software for Every Event
Tell us what you're running and we'll show you exactly how CharityAuctions handles it, from setup to final payout.
Auction Outcomes
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.

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.
Automatic outbid alerts, popcorn bidding, watchlists, and flexible closing rules keep bidders engaged and competing right up to the final second.
Manage tickets, check-in, live bidding, paddle raises, and totals from one system. Your team runs the room instead of chasing paper.
Send invoices automatically and let winners pay from their phones the moment bidding closes. No lines, no manual entry, no missed payments.
Track bidders, winners, payments, donors, and items with clear post-event reporting. Use the data to raise even more at your next event.
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.

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Mobile Bidding
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.
1M+ bidders have used mobile bidding on CharityAuctions. Average event sees 3.2x more bids vs. paper sheets.
What Organizers Say
“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
“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
“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
How It Works
No training required. No IT department. Just a guided setup that walks you from your first item to your first bid.
Add your organization name, logo, and event details. Your branded page is ready instantly.
Takes about 5 minutesUpload photos, set opening bids, and add descriptions. Use our AI item description generator or import from CSV.
AI writes descriptions for youSend 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. paperNo IT department
needed to get started

Pricing
Built for nonprofits and schools, CharityAuctions uses simple performance-based pricing so you can launch, test, and run your event with zero financial risk.
Create your auction page, add items, and explore every feature before your event. No credit card required to get started.
No upfront software cost. Our pricing is tied to your event performance, so you only pay after your auction succeeds.
Privately funded since 2007 and focused on long-term value, not investor pressure. We grow when your mission grows.
Join 50,000+ organizations that have already raised more with CharityAuctions.
No credit card required. Full platform access from day one.
FAQ
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 todayCharityAuctions 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.
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 detailsYes. 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 freeYes. 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.
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.
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 eventJoin 50,000+ nonprofits and schools that have already raised more with CharityAuctions. No credit card required to get started.