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How to Master Check-in for Your Fundraising Event in 3 Easy Steps

A smooth and quick check-in process sets the tone for your event. Here are three steps to consider when setting up check-in for your fundraising event.
Jun 10, 2023

Guest Check-In Just Got Way Easier—and Faster!

December 6, 2024
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Types of Auctions & How to Choose One For Your Business

October 31, 2024
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Guest Check-In Just Got Way Easier—and Faster!

December 6, 2024
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Types of Auctions & How to Choose One For Your Business

October 31, 2024
On a teal background, a search box shows the words "Second Chance." In the foreground a white arm is holding a phone. This is meant to represent second chance auctions.

How to Host a Second Chance Auction or Fire Sale: 4 Steps

September 26, 2024
Image of a white brunette man wearing a blue suit jacket and a shirt with grey stripes. His face looks disgusted and his hands are positioned in a way that seems like he’s rejecting or avoiding what’s in front of him. This is meant to symbolize an eventgoer who may be dismayed to bid on cheaply made auction items.

13 Auction Items to Avoid: What Fundraisers Should Know

August 5, 2024
Illustration of faceless human figures on or in front of computers with gear icons, checklists, bulletin boards. This is meant to signify the complexity of the platform and tech stack required to build a custom website for auctioning.

Cost to Build an Auction Website: Cost Breakdown & Options

July 19, 2024
Screenshot of Handbid+ promotional auction website. At the top is the Handbid+ logo, navigational menu (Home, Features, Download App, Login in Handbid). Main body text reads: “Bid Like a Pro! Access Exclusive Commercial Auctions Today.” Below is a search bar and two CTAs: “Upcoming Auctions” and “Popular Items.” To the right is an older white man with black glasses and a black t-shirt, holding his phone and graphics of items to bid on.

How to Build an Auction Website: 9 Steps + Alternatives

June 4, 2024

Handbid Release 2.63

May 3, 2024
A piggy bank in the foreground on a desk while a person uses a calculator to create a budget, portraying the budgeting and accounting work that goes into running a nonprofit fundraising event.

Creating a Budget for Your Nonprofit's Event: 4 Steps

April 9, 2024
White man with light blue button up and flannel pajamas sits on his couch with his laptop open. The scene depicted here references the ability to participate in live auctions remotely with mobile bidding, without leaving the comfort of your own home!

How Does Mobile Bidding Work? Mobile Auction Basics

March 5, 2024
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