How do we get auction items when local businesses are tapped out?

Local businesses support your children’s charity or youth advocacy work. But they get asked by every group in town. For mid-size galas and luncheon fundraisers run by board-driven teams, the same restaurants and shops are on every donor list. The ask starts to feel bad for everyone. You need another way to build your auction.

Adding no-risk travel packages takes the pressure off. You browse golf outings and experiences, reserve what fits your crowd, and receive marketing materials. There is no upfront cost. You only pay for an experience if it sells, keep 100% over the cost, and can sell experiences multiple times if the bidding gets hot. You are not too late: items can be added the same day as your event.

This week, stop asking tapped-out local businesses. Visit Giveback XP, browse over 140 experiences, and reserve a few that match your audience. Use the marketing PDFs and email tips to promote them. The local donations you do receive can round out your silent tables instead of carrying the whole night.

Your auction is full of items people actually want to bid on. You have sports packages, villa stays, and regional trips that sell themselves. Local donors feel good, not over-asked. Your board sees a profit from the first bid, and winners book their trips with help from a travel team.