FAQs

Can I bid on silent auction items if I'm NOT attending the event?

Yes!
If you are unable to attend, you can still participate in the silent auction by registering (at no cost) to be a "Virtual Bidder".
(Click on Registration/Tickets in the toolbar at the top of the page).
 
Silent auction bidding will go live on March 31st, 2023 and end on April 15th, 2023.
 
*All silent auction bidding will be processed through this site OR on the Givi app (excluding select raffle and live auction items that will be exclusive to the in person event, for more information, click on the Auction tab in the toolbar.)

How do I bid on items?

To bid on items in the silent acution, you will first have to either purchase a ticket for the event OR register for free to be a virtual bidder (click on "Register/ Tickets" in the toolbar at the top of the page):
 
*Ticket Purchasers: If you are purchasing tickets for more than one person, be sure to fill out your guests contact information at checkout. This will ensure they receive an email prompting them to register.
 
On the confirmation page during checkout, you will see a button to "Start Bidding Now" (also available in your confirmation email). This button will take you to a page to finish setting up your account.
 
At this point you can edit your registration details. If everything is correct, click "Set Up Account to Bid".
Create a password for your account and add a payment method* (If you checked the box to Save payment for future use during registration, you won’t need to add a payment method).
 
*You will not be able to bid on items until you have added a payment method. 
 
Once you have completed these steps, you will be take to the Auction Items Page to start bidding.
 
The silent auction will go live on March 31st, 2023. You can place bids either on this site (click on the Auction tab in the toolbar) OR by downloading the Givi app on your phone.
 
Givi App
 
The Givi app is recommemnded for all silent auction participants.
Givi makes placing and tracking your bids quick and easy by allowing you to:
-Set a max bid on items
-Receive outbid push notifications
-Monitor "favorite" items
-Scan-to-bid (bid via QR code)
-And more!
 
For more information, see below or reference the PDFs and videos on the right side of the page.
 
*If you need help registering or bidding, or if you need to edit or add information to your tickts, please reach out to us: (513) 482-3290 ext.0 or wpelini@crayons2computers.org

 

How do I use Givi?

How to Mobile Bid with Greater Giving Online Bidding:
  1. Register your email address, mobile number and credit card information on our registration page in advance of the event. 
  1. When the auction is open, you will receive an automated ‘Welcome’ text with your bidder link. 
  1. After clicking the link in the text, begin searching for packages by name or number 
  1. Select the package you wish to bid on. 
  1. You can Bid the next increment or Bid More than the next increment 
  1. If you choose to Bid More you can choose to set your Max Bid. If your max bid is the highest, the system will automatically bid in your favor until you are outbid or until the silent auction closes. If your bid is lower than the highest max bid on that package, you will be prompted to enter a higher bid. 
  1. To "watch" a package, select the star icon on the package. 
  1. To make a donation, select the Donation button on your home screen and choose a preset amount or select the Custom Amount button to enter the amount you wish to donate. 
  1. If you’re out-bid at any point before the silent auction closes, you will receive a text message. 
  1. To view packages you are bidding on, click the menu button and select Bids. 
  1. To view packages you are watching, click the menu button and select Favorites. 
  1. Once the auction closes, the guest with the highest bid will win. 
  1. Under the Bids area you can check your winning packages

Where will the proceeds from this event go?

Proceeds from this event directly support our programming that works to level the playing field in the classroom.
Explore some of our programs:
 
If you have any questions about our programs or mission, visit our website (crayons2computers.org) or reachout to us via phone (513) 482-3290, or via email (wpelini@crayons2computers.org).

Event Details:

This event will include:
 
Cocktail Reception (open bar)
Silent Auction
In-person Exclusive Raffle
 
Seated Dinner (including open bar)
Crayons to Computers Program
Trivia with Natalie Jones and Molly Watson from Q102
Live Auction 
 
Good Vibes, Great Beer and Fun Times!

Special accommodations:

You can add information about food allergies or any other special accommodations you may need when purchasing your ticket. 
 
To change this information for yourself or your guest(s), please reach out to:
Willa Pelini
(513) 482-3290
wpelini@crayons2computers.org

How do I add or change the information for my ticket(s)?

You can add or change the information on your ticket by clicking the link in your registration email.
 
When you add your guests contact information to thier tickets at checkout, your guests will also recieve a registration email where they can add or change the information associated with thier ticket.
 
If you need assistance, please reach out to:
Willa Pelini
(513) 482-3290
wpelini@crayons2computers.org

Parking at MadTree:

MadTree is equiped with two parking lots.
There is a large lot located on the backside of the building and a smaller lot located on the frontside.
Valet parking will also be available to all event guests.

Dress Code:

Picture Day Best
While this event is more fun than formal, please use this as an excuse to get dressed up!
Auction and Raffle Rules and Regluations
Split-the-Pot Cash Prize Raffle Rules and Regulations
Registering for an Auction on the Web (PDF)
Givi Auction Tutorial (PDF)

Auction Bidding Using Givi

Navigating an Auction in Givi

Additional Questions?

Feel free to reach out with any additional questions or concerns:

Willa Pelini

Development Coordinator

wpelini@crayons2computers.org

(513) 482-3290 ext. 113