Every engagement is custom. Every result is measurable. Here's what changed when nonprofits paired strategy with stage.
A legendary paddle raise moment: $201,450 secured in just ninety seconds to fund scholarships for Sidwell Friends students — one of the largest single-night scholarship lifts in DC.
Phoenix Bikes' signature fundraising event delivered $92,000 with 80 distinct paddle-raise bids. As the organizer put it: "George, you crushed it last night. You did an amazing job keeping the scene under control, the music was as good as one could hope for, and the paddle raise was so on point. I cannot even articulate how great it was to see the room so engaged."
Our first year partnering with the Key School in Annapolis, we upleveled their fundraising with strategic planning and paddle-raise seeding — lifting their paddle raise from $15,000 to $78,000 in a single night.
Returning to EcoAction Arlington's signature Ecoextravaganza, we grew the paddle raise from $12,000 to $18,000 year over year — a 50% lift fueled by sharper case-for-support framing and confident room leadership.
"We absolutely recommend Capital Benefit Auctions! Karen and George helped us double our match gift and achieve our highest fundraising total ever. She and her team guided our guests through the live and silent auctions, and her responsiveness and logistical support were invaluable."
"Capital Benefit Auctions transformed our fundraising gala. We raised more money than ever before, and the energy in the room was absolutely incredible. Their precision and insight came alongside our creative, slightly chaotic team and helped us funnel everything into one beautifully organized event. I'll never forget telling Karen the house number as a backup for unsold items; she looked me in the eye and said, 'We won't need that. Everything will sell.' She was right. Their confidence in our mission was exactly what we needed for such an amazing night."
"Capital Benefit Auctions was a tremendous help with our fundraising gala. Their strategic guidance and flawless execution led to an unforgettable night. The energy in the packed room was incredible, and nearly every guest donated at the $20 level, showing amazing support for our mission. We believe our fundraising was up by 20%."
"CBA's ability to connect with the audience is unmatched. They consistently shatter fundraising records and make our school auction the highlight of the year."
"We're incredibly grateful for CBA's guidance and positive energy. They made the entire process seamless and enjoyable."
"Karen helped us reach our fundraising goals for our live auction and appeal. Constant contact, prepared, and on game day — knocked it out of the park."
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