Silent Auction Resources
We're using a new system for this year's silent auction, so things may look a little different than in previous years! If you have questions about event registration, bidding, using the Givi app, etc. please see the resources below.
Event FAQ
GENERAL EVENT FAQ
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM THE EVENT?
In-person guests will enjoy a cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres from Fig&Blu, followed by a live concert by CIM's fabulous instructors and students. Both in-person and virtual guests will have access to the silent auction starting February 17th. Virtual guests will enjoy a professionally-produced live stream of the Éigse CIM concert.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO VIEW THE STREAMING PROGRAM?
The program will stream from the Éigse CIM website (www.centerforirishmusic.org/gaela). For a seamless experience, we recommend watching the streaming program on a computer or TV, and using your mobile device for donations and silent auction bidding.
HOW CAN I MAKE A DONATION TO THE CENTER FOR IRISH MUSIC?
To make a donation online, click "Support CIM" in the main menu on this site. To donate over the phone prior to the event, call us at 651-815-0083. You can also mail a check to the Center for Irish Music at 836 Prior Avenue North, Suite 400, St. Paul, MN 55104. If you have questions, just send a message to admin@centerforirishmusic.org!
ACCESSING THE SILENT AUCTION
1. DOWNLOAD THE GIVI APP
It is highly recommended that everyone who is bidding in the auction download the Givi app, as it's the fastest and easiest way to browse items, check your bids, save items, and more. Click here to download for iPhone | Click here to download for Android
Note: The instructions below are for the Givi app. If you're unable to download the app, you can still participate in the auction at www.centerforirishmusic.org/gaela.
2. LOG IN TO YOUR ACCOUNT
Open the Givi app. If you are already registered for Éigse CIM, a Gaela Event, click on the "Join Event" button. You will be prompted to enter the email address you used when you registered. You will then receive an email with a verification code. Enter the code to log in.
3. CONFIRM YOUR DETAILS
Once you are logged in, click on the "Enter Auction" button. You will then be promped to confirm your contact information and notification preferences (email, text or via the Givi app). IMPORTANT: You will not receive auction notifications unless you select your notification preferences.
4. ENTER A PAYMENT METHOD
If you have not already entered a payment method, you will be prompted to do so. You will not be able to bid on items unless there is a valid payment method linked to your account. Please note: Your credit card will automatically be charged for any items you win.
5. START BIDDING!
From the Givi home page, you will have the option to view all items or sort by category, price, or number of bids. You can also save items you'd like to keep an eye on. Click on an item to view details and photos. When in the item details page, you can also swipe to scroll through photos, or click a photo to view a larger version.
SILENT AUCTION FAQ
HOW LONG IS THE SILENT AUCTION OPEN?
The silent auction will close when the second half of the Éigse CIM concert begins (approximately 8:30pm on February 24th).
HOW DO I VIEW ITEMS?
You can view items using the Givi app, or by visiting www.centerforirishmusic.org/gaela and selecting "View Items" from the main menu. A select number of items will be on display in person at Éigse CIM, a Gaela Event.
HOW DOES BIDDING WORK?
Anyone can view our silent auction items, but you must be registered for Éigse CIM, a Gaela Event and have a credit card on file to place a bid. Click on an item to view more details, and you will have the option to place a bid, "Buy it Now", or watch the item. When you place a bid, you may set a maximum bid. If you do, each time you are outbid, the system will increase your bid until your maximum is reached.
HOW WILL I KNOW IF I'VE BEEN OUTBID?
Depending on your notification settings, you will receive notifications via text, email, or the Givi app when you have been outbid. You can also check your item status by clicking on "Activity" in the Givi app.
HOW WILL I COLLECT THE AUCTION ITEMS I WIN?
In-person guests can collect their items at the end of the Éigse CIM concert. For online guests, all auction items, with the exception of gift certificates and event tickets, must be picked up in person in the week following Éigse CIM, a Gaela Event. If you are an online guest and win an item, we will contact you with pickup instructions following the event.
**All auction items, with the exception of gift certificates and event tickets, MUST be picked up in person at the event or at the Center for Irish Music.**
