The Lit Gala – A Diwali Celebration | Fairmont Royal York

The Lit Gal – A Diwali Celebration | Fairmont Royal York

Thank you so much for all your work on Sunday! And that of your team. It was wonderful working with you! Our goal was to raise $733,000 and we raised…$850,000! The Live Auction was the most successful ever – it went off so smoothly. Everyone loved it!

— Tonia – Toronto Taste

This was our first time using a professional auctioneer, and now we’ll never go without. AFGI made the entire process seamless.

— Ann

Their item selection was spot-on for our crowd. We had the perfect mix of price points and unique offerings. You guys were awesome!

— Glenn Healy – The Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni Association

Super friendly, organized and prompt response to questions. The bidding sheets were all clear and easy to read – very professional. The person who was there was also very nice and professional.

— Lisa

Thank you for coming out with your team on Saturday and helping to make the event a success!

— Tiffany – Yee Hong Community Wellness Foundation

Thanks so much again for participating in our event the way you do. We set a budget of $100k between the live and silent auction and raised over $150k.

— Nick – The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation

Thank you so much for your wonderful efforts yesterday. You both did a spectacular job, everyone was very impressed and happy with the funds raised.

— Kelli – Randstad Canada

Thank you very much for your prompt reports and thank you for a job well-done.

— Judy – Mississauga Board of Chinese Professionals and Businesses

Wow, you guys are amazing to say the least. Thank you very much!

— Bruno

Thank you and your team for all of your help!

— Tori – The Baeumler Family Foundation

Ryan is quick to respond and works with you to make your auction a success. Items are high quality and unique as well.

— Debra – Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities

Thanks for the great job. You had awesome items.

— Filomena – Vaughan Chamber of Commerce

Their ability to move the room during the Fund-a-Need was nothing short of inspiring. People were crying and giving generously.

— Gladys

Thank you Allen. You and your son were fantastic and made a big difference to our auction. I hope we can work together again soon!

— Kelly – The Princess Margaret Foundation

We’ve used AFGI three years in a row and each year they exceed expectations. Our donors now look forward to the auction as the highlight of the night

— Louis

I would highly recommend AFGI to anyone looking to raise funds at their event—regardless of the cause. Thank you again to the entire AFGI team for a seamless and impactful experience!

— Joe – Cassie’s Place

AFGI isn’t just an auction service—they’re true fundraising partners. Their expertise took our event to the next level.

— Nadia

Thank you for bringing our event up a notch with your team’s professionalism!

— Scotty – The Scott McKay Foundation

Thank you very much for all of your help. Its always a pleasure having you guys come down.

— Josh – Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation

Having you and your team there really elevated the entire evening. We raised $18,500.

— Sybil – Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada

Ryan and his team helped us out tremendously for our Impact Gala. From their expertise and experience they helped us fundraise to continue to support. Excited to work with them in the future!

— Josh – Federation of Black Canadians

We would love for you to return this year as our auctioneer… you did such a wonderful job last year – so we’d like to keep to a winning formula!

— Jennifer – Second Harvest Canada

I was pleased with your staff; they were very professional. It was good that they ran everything very independently as I was busy dealing with other challenges.

— Diane – Rotary International, District Conference

From the first meeting to final reporting, AFGI was professional, responsive, and truly invested in our success.

— Joyce

We used AFGI for both our in-person gala and an online follow-up auction. Their flexibility and guidance were incredible.

— Jocelyn

Their product catalogue was both unique and high-quality that really got our guests excited. The whole process felt smooth and stress-free, and our guests were left with great prizes at the end!

— Alison – Job Skills Canada

AFGI Powers Fundraising Success at Lit Gala with Live & Silent Auction Services

AFGI was proud to support the Lit Gala, an unforgettable evening of celebration and philanthropy that raised an astounding $105,000 in support of Handi-Care International. Held at one of Toronto’s premier venues, The Fairmont Royal York Hotel, this high-impact event brought together community leaders, donors, and change-makers — and AFGI was honoured to help drive its fundraising success through our professional silent auction and live auction services.

As the trusted auction partner for the evening, AFGI provided a curated selection of silent auction items and expertly managed the live auction, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for guests. One of the most talked-about moments of the night was a Taylor Swift memorabilia package — an AFGI-supplied live auction lot that also featured a donated pair of Taylor Swift concert tickets. This high-energy bidding war generated more than $16,000 alone, showcasing the power of compelling auction offerings and strategic auctioneering.

At AFGI, we specialize in helping fundraising galas like the Lit Gala raise more through tailored auction services, unique item sourcing, and proven live auction expertise. Whether you’re planning a high-profile gala or a community fundraiser, our silent auction and live auction solutions are designed to maximize impact, drive donor engagement, and elevate your cause.