Quilts donated to fundraisers -
07-22-2017, 03:08 PM
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I think it's a good idea to be able to set a minimum price on an item before it is auctioned, and the auctioneer should start the bidding at that price. If the item doesn't sell, it can either go back to the person who donated it or it can be put up at the next auction.
07-22-2017, 04:14 PM
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I have donated quilts etc for various fundraisers over the years. Some things did go for less than the materials, others had bidding wars to win them. While I would agree raffles seem to do better than auctions IMO most people go to get a bargain as well as support the cause. I donate because I want to and don't equate the cost of materials with what the cause gets for my quilt(or whatever). Whatever they get is more than they had before. However if it bothers you then donate money rather than a quilt. I think the question you have to ask is would you donate the cost of your time and materials to this particular cause if you hadn't been asked to donate a quilt.
07-22-2017, 05:41 PM
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If I have the opportunity to donate a quilt for a fundraiser I do it. Does not bother me if the quilt goes for less than I think it's worth. I figure if someone is going to pay something (anything) for a quilt, it's because they want it and at least it will be used.
I used to donate all of my quilts to organizations that distributed them, until I started seeing some quilts that others had made and donated, in some local thrift stores. It made me sad and discouraged. Don't get me wrong, I still donate some quilts that are not fundraisers, but it's not nearly what it used to be.
I used to donate all of my quilts to organizations that distributed them, until I started seeing some quilts that others had made and donated, in some local thrift stores. It made me sad and discouraged. Don't get me wrong, I still donate some quilts that are not fundraisers, but it's not nearly what it used to be.
07-23-2017, 04:01 AM
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I know my donated quilts do not bring much money to the organizations to which they have been donated. The functions I have donated to sell tickets and people put their tickets in the jars that specify the prize they want to win. Then they draw the winner out of the jar. So in truth, someone can get my quilt for 10 $ or so. I have not donated this year, better to write the check. I don't mind a raffle, so the door is still open to that if something comes up!
07-23-2017, 07:21 AM
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When I have donated a qult to be auctioned, I include an appraisal for replacement/insurance value. Of the 4 quilts, I have donated, they have been sold for the replacement value or more. The appraisal gives the organization a starting place and is helpful to them because, it is likely, they do not know the value of a quilt.
Of course, I am talking about a "legit" auction where the people bidding have money and they are purchasing something through the auction as a donation. (not the local Neighborhood type auction).
Of course, I am talking about a "legit" auction where the people bidding have money and they are purchasing something through the auction as a donation. (not the local Neighborhood type auction).
07-23-2017, 07:51 AM
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Bear I'm sorry this happened. How discouraging and depressing Many people have no idea how much materials cost and how much SKILLED labor goes into making a quilt and therefore cannot determine the value of one.
You could try contacting the organization and making sure that they are ready to use an expensive item like a quilt in their fundraising. Some have no experience using big ticket items.
Another option would be for you to sell the quilt yourself and then donate the money.
07-23-2017, 08:19 AM
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I made a lap quilt which I donated to the Senior Center which I attend and requested that it be raffled off. It made $75 and I was satisfied since I made the quilt from donated fabric. My time was donated. They probably could have made more on it if they were more aggressive in selling tickets. Most times, I feel a raffle brings in more monies since almost everyone will plunk down a dollar for a chance. I agree with making sports themed or high school colors quilts. Mostly everyone wants them.
07-23-2017, 09:53 AM
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I donated a very nice appliqued quilt to a no kill shelter for auction. the manager 'forgot' to put it out. after the auction began, she put it out and put her tickets in, and of course won. the woman had the nerve to tell me this!!!! No more donations to them. as much as i'd love to, this is stealing in my opinion.
07-23-2017, 10:43 AM
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I made one for an auction at work and the girl who got it Really loved it. For her financial situation she paid A Lot for it. For the quilt itself, it was not a lot. So I feel torn because it went to a good home. But I won't do that again.
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