I belong to a Quilt Guild. Our guild was given a gift several years ago from a former member who passed away. The executor of her estate contacted us to let us know that she left all sewing/quilting related items to our guild.
There were cutting tables, machines, cabinets, fabric, thread, rulers, Ufo's, etc. We had 2 weeks to come to her house and pick up her items. We held a sale to the public in the gym of the church where we meet for 2 separate weekends. The gym was filled to the brim (twice) as if you were in a fabric store. Members works tirelessly to sort, price, and work the sale. We are so grateful for the gift that attributed to our guild's treasury. We have been good stewards of this gift and have not had to have fundraisers for several years now.