Auctions

Easy, secure fundraising.

Host online or in-person auctions that help supporters bid confidently, donate securely, and raise more for your cause.

Low fees

Secure payments

trusted by millions

The professional presentation and ease of use give people confidence in the event.

— Jené Gladstone, Volunteer Database and Communications

Build trust. Boost results.

Secure bidding

Keep donors confident with verified payments and trusted data protection at every step.

Insights that matter

Track bids, payments, and participation in one dashboard so you can focus on growing your mission.

Effortless Setup

Add your items, upload images, and set bid details in minutes. No tech experience needed.

Real-time engagement

Drive excitement with instant outbid alerts and live updates that keep the action going + send updates and ‘thank yous’ right from your dashboard.

Flexible management

Easily edit listings, adjust bid timelines, and manage payments in one organized dashboard.

Custom branding

Add your logo, colors, and mission statement so every page feels uniquely yours.

“SignUpGenius helped me invite 100s of volunteers and a dozen instructors to sign up for multiple events”

— Abdeladim E.

A great solution for

Schools & PTAs

Host online or in-person auctions for teacher experiences, gift baskets, and more — no spreadsheets required.

Nonprofits & Churches

Raise funds for missions, building projects, or local causes with secure bidding and easy checkout.

Teams & Clubs

Auction off memorabilia, sponsorships, or experiences to fund uniforms and travel expenses.

Community & Organizations

Run silent auctions for galas, reunions, or charity nights and track winners in real time.

Make it easy for donors & bidders.

Instant alerts

Get automatic outbid and closing notifications.

Mobile-friendly

Bid, browse, and check status anytime, anywhere.

Secure checkout

Pay quickly and safely via trusted payment processors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SignUpGenius Auctions?

Auctions lets you run a custom online auction where participants can bid on items using a simple web-based and mobile-friendly experience. It can be used for silent auctions as well as in-person events.

What types of auctions can I run?

You can run auctions for school fundraisers, nonprofit events, team fundraisers, and community causes.

Do bidders need an account to participate?

No, bidders can participate without creating an account, which makes it easier for more people to join.

Can I set bidding rules and time limits?

Yes, you can set starting bids, bid increments, and auction start and end times.

Are bids and payments safe?

Yes, we partner with Stripe to ensure all transactions are safe and secure.

Can I track bids and results?

Yes, organizers can monitor bids, view winners, and track revenue in real time from the Auctions dashboard.

Is there a fee?

Yes, there is a simple fee structure of 2.9% + $0.30 each. Example: $2,500 raised + $75.50 in total fees for 10 transactions.

Bring people together. Make it simple.

Join millions of organizers using SignUpGenius to plan smarter, save time, and rally their communities — all from one easy-to-use platform.