Live charity auctions
The auction that beats the target
High-energy bidding, sharp banter and momentum built on purpose. This is the headline moment of the night, and where a professional makes the clearest difference.
The showreel
See Kevin work a live auction
A run of clips from real charity auctions: the energy, the bidding wars and the moments that lift the total.
What actually happens when a professional takes the room
Most charity auctions leave money on the table. Not because the lots are wrong or the room is cold, but because nobody is driving the room. A professional auctioneer reads momentum, names it out loud, and uses it.
- Lot sequencing that builds energy rather than draining it
- Pacing that handles slow bidders without losing the room
- Social-proof techniques that turn one bid into a bidding war
- Confidence with an audience of twenty or two thousand
“He owned the room as he conducted the live auction, more than doubling our target.” — Naomi Chaning Pearce, Jigsaw Trust
Lot examples
Watch a lot climb past its reserve
After a live auction
We've had the most incredible evening tonight, and we've gone three times over on our fundraising from last year. An incredible man with such energy, what a superstar.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What does a live charity auctioneer do that a volunteer cannot?
A professional reads the room, paces the auction and builds momentum on purpose. That means handling slow bidders, starting bidding wars with social proof, and holding energy across a large audience, which is where the extra money on each lot comes from.
How many lots should a charity auction have?
Usually fewer than people expect. Five to eight strong, well-chosen lots run with energy almost always beat a long list that drains the room. I help you pick and sequence them in the planning stage.
How long does a live charity auction take?
Most live auctions run for about twenty to forty minutes, depending on the number of lots. I keep it tight so the energy stays high and the programme runs to time.
Let’s talk
Tell me about your event
A free initial consultation to talk through your goals, your room and your target. Available for events across the UK, Europe and the US.