Why Choose AFGI for Auction Items?

At AFGI, we supply auction items directly from the source, eliminating unnecessary markups and inflated reserves. This means that the starting bid prices remain fair and attractive for your guests, creating more competition and ultimately raising more money for your cause.

By contrast, many digital auction platforms inflate starting bid prices to cover their own costs, which can discourage bidders and limit participation. At AFGI, our approach ensures:

• Fair Market Pricing – Items are set at the right opening bids, encouraging multiple bidders to get involved.

• Higher Engagement – Guests feel they’re getting genuine value, which increases activity and drives bids higher.

• Maximized Fundraising – More participation translates into stronger results for your organization.

When you work with AFGI, you’re not just getting premium items—you’re getting them at authentic, source-level pricing that works in your favour.

👉 Learn more at www.afgi.ca and see how we can help maximize your next auction’s success.

Hybrid Auctions with AFGI – Maximize Fundraising with Online and Live Auction Services

At AFGI, we make fundraising simple, exciting, and profitable with our hybrid auction services. By combining the energy of an in-person auction with the accessibility of an online platform, we help charities, foundations, and nonprofits raise more money while engaging more supporters.

Whether you’re hosting a gala, golf tournament, or community fundraiser, AFGI ensures your auction delivers results.

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What is a Hybrid Auction?

A hybrid auction is a fundraising model that blends traditional live or silent auctions with a virtual auction platform. Guests attending your event in person can bid on items while supporters at home can participate online in real time.

This flexible format gives donors the freedom to engage anywhere, anytime, ensuring maximum participation and higher bidding activity.

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Why Choose Hybrid Auctions with AFGI?

• Maximize Revenue – Reach both in-person attendees and online bidders, creating more competition and higher bids.

• User-Friendly Technology – Our online auction platform syncs seamlessly with your live and silent auctions.

• Inclusive Fundraising – Donors who can’t attend in person can still support your cause online.

• Unmatched Experience – With 400–500 fundraising events annually, AFGI brings proven strategies and professional support.

• Flexibility – Run live, silent, or timed online auctions—or combine them for the perfect fundraising solution.

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Charity Auction Services with AFGI

AFGI specializes in fundraising auctions that are risk-free, turnkey, and designed to raise more for your cause. We provide:

• Silent Auctions (pen & paper or digital)

• Live Auctions with professional auctioneers

• Online Auctions with global reach

• Hybrid Auctions that combine them all

No matter your event size, AFGI’s team delivers tailored solutions that elevate your results.

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Partner with AFGI for Your Next Fundraiser

From setup to closing bids, AFGI manages every detail so you can focus on your mission. Our expertise, technology, and extensive auction item selection ensure your fundraising event is both memorable and profitable.

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Why Traditional Silent Auctions Outperform Online-Only Auctions at Golf Tournaments

At AFGI.ca, we’ve had the privilege of running 400–500 fundraising events every year, and one thing has become clear: traditional pen-and-paper silent auctions consistently deliver stronger results for your bottom line than online-only auctions.

Of course, there are always exceptions—some events may benefit more from an online component. However, for an average-sized golf tournament of 144 players, our experience shows that traditional silent auctions almost always outperform online-only formats.

Why pen-and-paper silent auctions win:

• Higher engagement: Guests are more likely to bid repeatedly when they see competition right in front of them.

• Event energy: The physical presence of bid sheets adds to the fundraising atmosphere.

• Proven track record: Across hundreds of events each year, we’ve consistently seen greater returns for organizations that choose traditional silent auctions over digital-only formats.

At AFGI, our focus is maximizing fundraising success. With over four decades of experience and hundreds of auctions annually, we know how to help charities and organizations capture the excitement of giving.

👉 Discover how we can help your next event succeed at www.afgi.ca.