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We are live with our Silent Auction! There are more donations still generously coming in! Keep checking back! Thank you again to everyone who has helped support Whiskey in a Teacup 2024! Our goal is $50K this year! We are working hard to make this happen! Myths vs Facts about Child Sexual Abuse. ❌Myth: Child sexual abuse is a rare experience. ✔ Fact: Child sexual abuse is not rare. Retrospective research indicates that as many as 1 out of 4 girls and 1 out of 6 boys will experience some form of sexual abuse before the age of 18.1 However, because child sexual abuse is by its very nature secretive, many of these cases are never reported. ❌Myth: A child is most likely to be sexually abused by a stranger. ✔ Fact: Children are most often sexually abused by someone they know and trust. Approximately three quarters of reported cases of child sexual abuse are committed by family members or other individuals who are considered part of the victim’s “circle of trust.”2 ❌Myth: Children who are sexually abused will never recover. ✔Fact: Many children are quite resilient, and with a combination of effective counseling and support from their parents or caregivers, children can and do recover from such experiences. Source - The National Child Traumatic Stress Network ♦ 1 in 3 girls are sexually abused before the age of 18 ♦ 1 in 5 boys are sexually abused before the age of 18 ♦ 1 in 5 children are solicited sexually while on the Internet before the age of 18 These are insane numbers. We are working to change them, really to eradicate them! Thank you for all your love and support! See you all in less than a week! Link for Silent Auction - We are now Live - https://lnkd.in/g4pQWS9P #childsexualabuseawarness #childsexualabuseprevention #childsexualabusetreatment Little Warriors

It's been a great, record-setting, school year for Constituting America, and my honor to be a part of helping Americans, especially the young, to learn more about the Constitution, and all that it does for us—uniting our nation and preserving our liberties. There's even more to come next year! Will you help us reach more students in 2024-25 with our Constitution Education programs? Check out our online auction for some cool items #Civics #Constitution #constitutioneducation #giveback 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Some non profits do an amazing job at hosting spectacular galas. Yet, really struggle to hit record-breaking numbers. So here are 3 simple adjustments to bring in more donations at your next gala: 1️⃣ Don't kill the moment after the video plays. - Let the video play. - Make the “cash call” very simple. - Then drop the mic & get out of the way. 2️⃣ Keep them hungry. - The cash call should probably come before dinner. - People are attentive & more ready to give. - And that’s when you need to “Ask”. 3️⃣ Hire a professional auctioneer. - Celebrity emcees are great… - But an auctioneer can lead the crowd. - They are professionals at getting people to donate. If you overlook these 3 simple adjustments you could be leaving a lot of donations on the table. If you want to learn more about how I can help you craft a record-breaking gala, DM the word “GALA” & I’ll show you how we can help!

Ready to use the 20/20 Rule? We are! . . Created by The Minimalists, the 20/20 rule is simple. If you can replace something you are decluttering in less than 20 minutes for less than $20, declutter it. . . Let's consider a mug that you're considering donating. If it isn't sentimental (so it is replaceable) and isn't handmade (less than $20) and you have a cupboard full of mugs already, this would meet the 20/20 rule criteria to donate. . . Mind you, perhaps the mug was a gift from your grandchild, in the likeness of a popular mouse, hand-picked by them for you from a certain mousy theme park. Perhaps the sentimental value, regardless of price, means it will stay in your cupboard. . . The purpose of the 20/20 Rule is not to repurchase items that you know you will need in the future (for example the roasting pan you use twice a year), but more so for items that you aren't sure you need or want in the first place. . . Remember, decluttering rules like this one are tools. We must decide if they may work for us or if they will not. They aren't law - they are guidelines. . . #haloteamlove #declutter #theminimalists #2020rule

Pro Tip Day 13: Live Auction Best-Selling Items: Exclusive experiences are often the top sellers in live auctions. Think beyond physical items and offer unique opportunities like VIP concert tickets, private dinners with celebrities, or behind-the-scenes tours. These experiences create memories that money can’t typically buy, making them highly appealing to bidders. Don't be afraid to ask if you can sell more. Often someone that donates an experience will be willing to donate an additional one or two knowing that it has the potential raise even more money! What’s the most successful auction item you’ve seen? Share your experiences with us! #LiveAuction #ExclusiveExperiences #TopSellers #FundraisingSuccess #YourRocktioneer

As a charity auctioneer, my role goes far beyond just running the live auction 🕺🎤 Fundraising is a team effort, and I believe it's crucial for the auctioneer to get involved in every aspect of the event—from selling raffle tickets 🎟️ to hyping up the silent auction 🖋️. Why? Because every penny counts 💰, and it's our job to create an atmosphere of generosity that flows through every part of the evening. If I can help squeeze a few more bids on the silent auction or encourage someone to buy just one more raffle ticket, that extra effort can make all the difference in hitting the charity's fundraising goals. I’m also a firm believer that the fundraising doesn’t stop when the live auction ends! I keep going right up until the moment I leave the venue 🕒. Whether it's pushing that final donation or reminding people of the good cause on their way out the door, it’s all about maximising the impact of the event. I even managed to sell a TukTuk to the 360 Video guys who took this video, just before I was about to leave. Being a charity auctioneer isn’t just about selling items. It’s about driving a mission. And I’ll keep driving until the very last second 🚗💨. #CharityAuctioneer #Fundraising #EveryPennyCounts #MakingADifference #AuctionLife #auctioneer

Here is a fun design for the Whiskeys for Whiskers annual fundraiser. Them: 'Can you draw Prince and the Revolution as dogs and cats?' Me: 'I sure can!!" #lovemyjob #characterdesign #dogart #catart #prince #princeandtherevolution #childrenillustration #cartoon #ipadprocreate #ipadproart #procreate #illustration #cartoon

Say goodbye to Winter and welcome Spring with open arms! Spring brings flowers which makes me think about the surplus of vases many of our clients have taking up valuable space in their homes. Let’s face it, you really only need a couple of vases with different sizes, shape, and color. After determining which ones you really love and need to keep, here are some tips to dispose of the extras: 1. Return vases received with flower deliveries to your local florist. 2. Get creative! Check out Pinterest for lots of upcycling ideas. 3. Donate to local charities like GoodWill or Salvation Army. 4. List them on FB Marketplace or other online exchange sites. Ready for a Spring organization overhaul? Let’s declutter and refresh your space. Book now for April and receive a special gift. Call, text, or email to schedule your session. #SpringRefresh #OrganizeWithUs

Ready to use the 20/20 Rule? We are! . . Created by The Minimalists, the 20/20 rule is simple. If you can replace something you are decluttering in less than 20 minutes for less than $20, declutter it. . . Let's consider a mug that you're considering donating. If it isn't sentimental (so it is replaceable) and isn't handmade (less than $20) and you have a cupboard full of mugs already, this would meet the 20/20 rule criteria to donate. . . Mind you, perhaps the mug was a gift from your grandchild, in the likeness of a popular mouse, hand-picked by them for you from a certain mousy theme park. Perhaps the sentimental value, regardless of price, means it will stay in your cupboard. . . The purpose of the 20/20 Rule is not to repurchase items that you know you will need in the future (for example the roasting pan you use twice a year), but more so for items that you aren't sure you need or want in the first place. . . Remember, decluttering rules like this one are tools. We must decide if they may work for us or if they will not. They aren't law - they are guidelines. . . #haloteamlove #declutter #theminimalists #2020rule

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