Originally Posted by Greenheron
The organizers of these events are not being good stewards. Think of how much money they are losing.
Perhaps when approached, a crafter should say: "I cannot participate in your auction/raffle/tag sale BUT I have a lovely_____________(fill in the blank) that is worth $_______. You can display it for that price at your event and if it sells (at your price!) I will donate the proceeds to your cause.
I agree...they are only cheating themselves out of the worth of the item and disappointing the donor! I LOVE The idea of setting a price and saying if you can get that, it is yours! They need to know, that quilt is worth just as much as the shotgun next to it!
(NRA silent auction)