Pricing you control — start free

Build free → Choose your plan when you're ready to go live → Launch

Performance-based pricing for charity auctions, built for nonprofits and schools.

No upfront cost — build first, pay laterFree to start — no credit card requiredChoose who pays — your org, bidders, or a mixChoose when and how much you pay — from free to custom, when you go live

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Go live when you're ready

$1B+ raised15,000+ auctions run per yearNo upfront cost. Free to start — pay only when you go live.

Trusted by nonprofits, schools, and fundraising organizations nationwide.

How CharityAuctions pricing works

Three steps. No upfront cost. You decide who covers fees.

Build free

Create your auction, add items, and test everything with no upfront cost.

Choose who pays

You choose: your organization can cover fees, bidders can optionally cover them at checkout if you enable it, or you can use a mix.

Go live

Pick the plan that fits your event when you're ready to launch. You only pay when you go live.

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No credit card required

Need help? We can review your setup before you go live.

Built for charity auctions, not generic donation tools

Auctions are fast-paced fundraising events. CharityAuctions is purpose-built for real bidding, smooth checkout, and event-night control — so you raise more with less work.

True Real-Time Bidding

Instant, seamless bidding keeps donors competing and drives prices higher.

Live & Silent Auction Mastery

Run silent, live, or hybrid. Control spotters and close items with a single click.

Automated Donor Engagement

Outbid notifications, winner confirmations — donors stay engaged without extra work.

Flexible Guest & Ticketing

Sell tickets, manage tables, and create a seamless check-in for any event format.

Secure, Integrated Payments

Effortless checkout for donors. Simple reporting for your finance team.

No surprises when you go live

Clear options for who pays fees and when — you stay in control before launch.

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Why Top Fundraisers Choose CharityAuctions.

“We had used three other platforms before CharityAuctions. The difference was immediate. The bidding experience was smoother, our donors stayed engaged longer, and we raised 40% more than our previous best year.”

Sarah M.

Development Director, Children's Hospital Foundation

“The launch consultation was something I didn't know I needed. Our specialist caught three things in our setup that would have cost us thousands on event night. That call alone was worth more than any platform fee.”

Marcus T.

Board Chair, University Alumni Association

“As a small nonprofit, we were hesitant about the investment. The fact that we could build the entire auction for free and then choose a performance-based plan made it a complete no-brainer. We felt supported, not sold to.”

Linda K.

Executive Director, Local Animal Rescue

Your Questions, Answered

Is it really free to build an auction?

Yes. You can create your auction, add items, and explore the platform with no upfront software cost. When you're ready to launch your event, you'll choose the pricing approach that fits your organization.

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What's the catch? Why do you offer a launch consultation?

There's no catch. Many organizations want a quick review before going live, so we offer an optional launch check to help you avoid common setup mistakes and improve event-night results. If you prefer to self-serve, you can still build your auction and move forward at your own pace.

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What if I have no budget?

That's common. Many fundraisers start with a no-upfront-cost option. Depending on your setup, fees can be covered by the organization or optionally by bidders at checkout. Either way, you can start building for free and choose the approach that fits your budget when you're ready to go live.

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Who pays the fees — our organization or our bidders?

You choose. Some organizations cover fees directly, and others enable optional bidder coverage at checkout. You can decide what's best for your donor experience and budget.

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Can we split fees with bidders?

Yes. You can choose who covers fees: your organization, bidders at checkout, or a mix. You control this before you go live.

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When do we pay?

You can build your auction for free. You'll choose your pricing approach when you're ready to go live, and fees are handled as part of your event's checkout flow.

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Do I need a credit card to get started?

No. You can start building and testing your auction without a credit card.

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