No App Required

Online Auction Softwarefor Nonprofits.

Launch a professional online charity auction with mobile bidding in under 15 minutes. Reach donors anywhere. No technical skills required.

Trusted by 50,000+ organizations. $1B+ raised for nonprofits and schools.

  • No credit card required
  • No upfront cost
  • Go live when you are ready
Organizer using mobile bidding for a charity auction on a phone at a desk

+37%

Average increase in bids

50,000+

Organizations trust us

$1B+

Raised for nonprofits

15 min

Average setup time

Why online auctions

Reach more donors. Raise more money.

An online charity auction lets supporters bid from anywhere using a simple link, helping nonprofits and schools reach more donors and raise more money.

Reach more bidders

Invite supporters anywhere with a shareable link, not just people who can attend in person.

Keep bidding open longer

Run bidding for days instead of hours so more supporters have time to participate.

Mobile bidding, no app required

Bidders join from any phone using a simple link. No download, no friction, more participation.

Fast checkout

Winners pay right from their phones when the auction closes, with no checkout lines.

Live dashboards and reporting

Track bids, revenue, and top items in real time, plus export reports after the event.

Outbid alerts and updates

Automatic notifications keep donors engaged and drive more competitive bidding.

How it works

Live in under 15 minutes.

Create your auction, share your link, and collect payments from one platform. No technical skills required.

01

Create your auction

Add items, photos, and bidding rules. Customize your auction page in minutes. No technical skills required.

02

Share your link

Share your auction link by email, text, and social. Bidders join from any phone. No app required.

03

Close and get paid

Winners pay from their phones when bidding ends. Export reports and donor lists instantly.

Start Your Free Auction

No credit card required. No upfront cost.

Live auction

Spring Gala 2026

94 active bidders

$48,200 raised

Core features

Everything you need to run a successful online auction.

Mobile bidding, outbid alerts, instant checkout, and reporting. Built into one online charity auction platform.

Mobile bidding (no app)

Bidders join from any phone using a simple link. No app required.

Outbid alerts and notifications

Automatic text and email updates keep donors engaged and bidding longer.

Instant checkout

Winners pay from their phones when the auction closes, with no checkout lines.

Flexible bidding rules

Set bid increments, starting bids, buy-it-now options, and item close times.

Reporting and donor exports

Track bids and revenue in real time and export donor and item reports after the event.

Easy sharing and promotion

Share your auction link by email, text, and social to reach more bidders.

Raffles and ticketing included

Sell raffle tickets and event tickets alongside your online auction. All in one checkout.

Hybrid event support

Pair online bidding with in-person events so remote supporters can participate too.

Start Your Free Auction

No credit card required. No upfront cost.

Built for fundraisers

Online auction software for every organization.

Run an online fundraising auction with mobile bidding, raffles, and ticketing. All in one platform.

Schools, PTOs, and booster clubs

Volunteer-friendly setup with mobile bidding, raffle tickets, and fast checkout for school fundraising events.

Nonprofits and charities

Run online silent auctions, sell tickets, and add raffles to reach more donors and raise more money with an online charity auction.

Foundations and gala teams

Pair online bidding with ticketing, reporting, and streamlined checkout for smoother event operations.

Community and faith organizations

Simple sharing, automated notifications, and built-in auction and raffle tools for recurring fundraisers.

Online silent auctionsFixed-price itemsRaffles and ticketingMobile bidding (no app)Hybrid events

Success stories

Trusted by nonprofits and schoolsrunning online charity auctions.

The setup was fast and mobile bidding was seamless. Our online auction raised more than we expected.

Kate T.Development Director · Nonprofit

Outbid alerts kept donors engaged all week. Checkout was simple and we avoided long lines.

Rachel D.PTA President · School PTA

We added raffle tickets and online bidding in one place. It was easy for our volunteers and donors.

David H.Events Chair · Community Foundation

50,000+

Organizations

$1B+

Raised

4.8/5

G2 rating

4.9/5

Capterra

FAQ

Online charity auction frequently asked questions.

What is an online charity auction?
An online charity auction lets supporters bid from anywhere using a shareable link. Nonprofits and schools can list items, collect bids, and process payments online to raise money without requiring in-person attendance.
Can I run an online silent auction with CharityAuctions?
Yes. CharityAuctions supports online silent auctions with mobile bidding, outbid alerts, item close times, and simple sharing so you can reach more bidders and raise more.
Do bidders need to download an app to bid?
No. Bidders join from any phone, tablet, or computer using a link. No app required.
How do winners pay in an online auction?
Winners pay from their phones when the auction closes using built-in checkout. This reduces manual follow-up and makes it easier to collect payments quickly.
Do you accept credit cards for online auction checkout?
Yes. Winners can pay online at checkout using secure payment processing, so you can collect payments quickly without chasing invoices.
Can I sell raffle tickets and event tickets online too?
Yes. Along with online auctions, CharityAuctions includes raffles and ticketing so you can run more of your fundraiser in one place.
Can I run a hybrid auction with in-person and online bidding?
Yes. You can run online bidding alongside your in-person event so remote supporters can participate while guests attend in person.
How fast can I set up an online silent auction?
Many organizations can create an auction and start adding items in under 15 minutes. You can build and test your auction quickly without technical skills.
Can I start for free?
Yes. You can start building your online charity auction with no upfront cost and no credit card required. Choose your approach when you are ready to go live.

Start your free onlinecharity auction today.

Launch in under 15 minutes. Mobile bidding, instant checkout, and outbid alerts. All included.

No credit card required. No upfront cost. Go live when you are ready.