Auctions

Fundraising auctions that get people excited to bid higher and give more—whether they're in the room or joining online.

Auctions that outperformthe expectations

Whether you're auctioning 5 items or 500, Goodworld handles the complexity while keeping the experience simple for you and your supporters.

Online auctions

Bidding experiencesthat drive generosity

Mobile bidding that feels like magic

Supporters browse and bid from their phones with zero friction. Real-time updates mean they never miss a beat, and instant notifications keep the competitive energy flowing throughout your event.

Stress-free management tools

Add items, set starting bids, and manage categories with ease. Track everything in real-time while our fraud protection and automated systems handle the technical heavy lifting so you can focus on your supporters.

Performance & speed

No refreshing required. Bid amounts, new items, and winners update instantly for everyone. Your auction page stays dynamic and engaging, creating that "can't look away" energy that drives higher bids.

Innovative & intuitive events

Your supporters want to participate, not wrestle with clunky technology. Give them auction software that makes bidding fun and fundraising effortless.

Smart features thatraise more

Auto-bidding, custom increments, buy-now options, and fund-a-need work together to keep supporters engaged longer and bidding higher. Every feature is designed to help you raise more money with less effort.

Auto-bidding

Buy now

Winner self-checkout

Invoice & batch charging

"We had great success with our online auction. Tracking, donations, and receipts were easy to work with. They provided quick support when we initially started. We are very happy with the product."

Lorraine — Donor Alumni Relations

"We have been so satisfied with the ease of setting up events and the quality of the webpage. A big bonus is the customer service we have consistently received from Goodworld."

Susan — Executive Director

"I cannot promote Goodworld enough! We've started using it for our major events and are well on our way to work on implementation for other products."

Jenn — Systems Manager

Virtual & mobile forward design

Host auctions virtually so that anyone can join, no matter where they are.

Proxy bidding

Supporters can set maximum bids from anywhere

Outbid alerts

Instant notifications when someone's been outbid

Checkout integration

Winners pay immediately through the same system

Live leaderboards

Display top bidders to fuel friendly competition

QR code bidding

Scan items to bid instantly from a phone

Fund-a-need integration

Easily transition from auctions to paddle raises

Frequently asked questions

Does running an auction on Goodworld cost money?

Nope. Our auction tools are completely free to use. We only make money when you do through transparent processing fees on successful transactions—no hidden costs, no monthly subscriptions, no surprises.

What types of auctions can I run?

Any type that raises money for your cause. Silent auctions, live auctions, online-only events, or hybrid experiences that combine in-person and virtual bidding. Add buy-now options, set custom bidding increments, and create as many categories as you need.

Is there a limit to how many items I can add?

Zero limits. Whether you have 5 items or 500, our platform scales with your ambitions. Add unlimited photos, detailed descriptions, and custom fields for each item. The bigger your auction, the more you can raise.

Can I see an example auction?

Absolutely! Check out our demo auction to see exactly how your supporters will experience the bidding process, or schedule a personal walkthrough where we'll show you the admin side and answer all your questions.

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