Pickup & Shipping

Auction Pickup & Shipping Information

AFGI provides professional pickup and shipping coordination for both donated auction items and AFGI-supplied inventory, ensuring a smooth, secure, and organized process for charities, donors, and successful bidders.

Our logistics services are designed specifically for charity auctions, including live, silent, online, and hybrid formats.

Donated Item Pickup & Intake

AFGI assists charities with the intake and handling of donated auction items. Depending on the event structure and item type, donated merchandise may be:

  • Delivered directly to an AFGI warehouse

  • Dropped off during scheduled intake periods

  • Coordinated for collection as required

All donated items are documented, tracked, and prepared for auction presentation and post-sale fulfillment. Care is taken to ensure items are stored securely and handled appropriately throughout the process.

AFGI-Supplied Item Fulfillment

AFGI also supplies a wide range of curated auction inventory, including jewellery, collectibles, coins, art, and specialty items. These items are already housed within AFGI’s logistics system, allowing for streamlined handling and fulfillment.

AFGI-supplied items benefit from:

  • Centralized warehousing

  • Consistent quality control

  • Integrated pickup and shipping procedures

This reduces administrative responsibility for the charity while ensuring timely and professional delivery to successful bidders.

Warehousing & Secure Handling

All auction items under AFGI’s management are stored in controlled warehouse facilities. Items remain under AFGI’s responsibility from intake through to pickup or shipment.

Inventory is:

  • Logged and tracked

  • Securely stored

  • Prepared for scheduled pickup or shipping

  • Matched to winning bidder information

This process helps ensure accuracy, accountability, and item security.

Buyer Pickup Coordination

For auctions offering local pickup, AFGI manages scheduled pickup windows to ensure an orderly and efficient experience. Pickup details, including dates, times, and locations, are communicated clearly to successful bidders.

AFGI staff oversee the pickup process to verify items and ensure proper handoff.

Shipping Coordination

AFGI facilitates shipping for auction items where required. Items are packed and prepared for shipment using established carriers such as Canada Post or UPS.

  • Shipping costs are the responsibility of the successful bidder

  • AFGI coordinates packing, labeling, and carrier handoff

  • Tracking information is provided where applicable

This ensures items are shipped securely and efficiently following the auction.

Purpose-Built for Charity Auctions

AFGI’s pickup and shipping processes are designed to reduce risk, improve organization, and support a positive experience for all parties involved. By centralizing logistics, AFGI helps charities focus on fundraising while ensuring auction items are handled professionally from start to finish.