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TRUSTED BY 50,000+ ORGANIZATIONS
Charity auction software that's easy to launch and free to try
Built for nonprofits and schools. Run online, live, or hybrid auctions with no upfront cost, fast setup, and mobile bidding designed to help you raise more.
No credit card required · Launch in under 30 minutes · Free to test
50,000+ organizations · $1B+ raised · 4.8G2
Trusted by nonprofits, schools, and institutions including United Way, Red Cross & Smithsonian
No upfront cost. No surprise pricing.
No pressure.
Built for nonprofits and schools, CharityAuctions uses simple performance-based pricing for charity auctions, so you can launch, test, and run your event with less risk.
Free to start
Create your auction and explore the platform in minutes.
Pay after you raise
No upfront software cost. Pricing is tied to performance after your event.
Built for nonprofits
Privately funded since 2007 and focused on long-term value, not investor pressure.
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BUILT FOR YOUR ORG TYPE
Charity auction software for every fundraiser
Online, live, and hybrid charity auctions, built for nonprofits, schools, and fundraising events.
Schools & PTAs
Launch a PTO fundraiser fast. Mobile bidding included. Set up in under 30 minutes. No tech volunteer needed.
Nonprofits & Charities
Run online, live, or hybrid charity auctions with less work. Scales from small events to national campaigns.
Galas & Black-Tie Events
Live auction tools, paddle raise, and real-time leaderboards. Designed for event night and donor experience.
Churches & Faith Orgs
Volunteer-friendly tools for year-end giving and community fundraisers. Simple setup, simple sharing, simple bidding.
Alumni & University Groups
Online auctions, pledge drives, and reunion fundraising in one place. Great for chapters, reunions, and annual funds.
Hospitals & Foundations
Built for gala-night silent auctions and online fundraising. Easy checkout, invoicing, and reporting for your team.
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Free to try · Launch in under 30 minutes
CORE FEATURES
Everything you need to run a charity auction
Mobile bidding, checkout, ticketing, reporting, and donor tools for online, live, and hybrid charity auctions, all built into one platform with no hidden fees.
Launch your charity auction in minutes
Create your auction page, add items, and go live fast with no tech skills required.
Mobile bidding that raises more
Bidders bid from their phones. No paper paddles. More bids, more engagement, more funds raised.
Live and online bidding together
Run hybrid auctions that combine in-room and remote bidders. One platform, seamless experience.
Instant checkout, no lines
Bidders pay securely at their device. No checkout lines, no lost sales, faster close.
Built-in donor management
Track donors, export data, and follow up with built-in tools. No extra software needed.
Auction analytics and reporting
Real-time dashboards and post-event reports. See what’s working and optimize for next time.
SUCCESS STORIES
50,000+ Organizations Raise More
Real results from nonprofits, schools, and fundraising events.
$1B+
Total Raised
1M+
Bidders Served
4.8/5.0
G2 Rating
4.9/5.0
Capterra Rating
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We raised 43% more. Mobile bidding was seamless.
Sarah M., Development Director
Food Bank - $86K in one night
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Setup took under 30 minutes. Our PTO raised $12K with zero tech headaches.
Jennifer K., PTA President
Elementary School
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The hybrid auction let us reach donors who couldn't attend. Best fundraising year yet.
Michael R., Fundraising Chair
Community Foundation
WHY ORGANIZATIONS SWITCH
Why nonprofits and schools switch to CharityAuctions
Lower risk, less work, and a smoother bidder experience, without upfront costs.
Trusted by 50,000+ nonprofits, schools, and fundraising organizations • $1B+ raised
No upfront auction software cost→pay nothing before your fundraiser raises money
Free to test→create your auction and test the platform before committing
Mobile bidding (no app required)→easier for guests to use, with more bidding activity
Instant checkout→faster bidder payments, no lines, no invoice chasing
One platform (auction + ticketing + reporting)→auctions, ticketing, and reporting in one place
Start Your Free Auction
Free to try · Launch in under 30 minutes
PLATFORM COMPARISONS
Compare CharityAuctions to other auction platforms
See how CharityAuctions compares on pricing, mobile bidding, ease of setup, and event-night tools.
No upfront costFree to testNo-app mobile biddingAll-in-one platform
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about pricing, setup, mobile bidding, and running charity auctions with CharityAuctions.
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.
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Create your auction, test the platform, and launch with no upfront cost. No credit card required.
Free to try · Launch in under 30 minutes
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