Auction Frequently Asked Questions
Bidding
How do I participate in the online bidding auction?
Get started online through the auction page. Just hit the 'Register Now' button towards the top of the GiveSmart page. Enter your name, phone number, e-mail. Credit Card information is required to bid.
How will my cell phone and email be used?
Your cell phone number and email address will be used respectfully and only for the auction. Your contact information will be used to share the opening of auction items for bidding and information about the event, assist you with a self-checkout process, acknowledge your support of the auction, and distribute your auction winnings. If you wish, you may unsubscribe from text messages at any time.
What is my personal bidding account?
When you register, you will receive a confirmation text and email message. The link provided is your personal bidding account. Click the link to complete your user profile and add a credit card for bidding.
Each guest is a unique bidder; if your significant other has their own ticket, and therefore, a personal bidding account, compare notes before bidding to ensure you don't bid against each other for the same item.
Do not share links sent to you from the GiveSmart system unless you want others bidding on your account and with your credit card.
How does the silent auction work?
We will be using mobile bidding for our silent auction. You will be able to use your smartphone, tablet, or computer to keep up with the status of your bids and continue bidding until the auction closes. You can be the winning bidder wherever you are!
How do I start bidding?
When bidding for the silent auction opens, browse the silent auction by going to "Items" on the home page, and start bidding on your favorite items! Place your bid on selected items, set a maximum bid if desired. GiveSmart will keep you in the bidding until you reach your maximum bid.
You must be registered in GiveSmart and provide your credit card information to participate in bidding.
Auction Frequently Asked Questions
Bidding
How do I participate in the online bidding auction?
Get started online through the auction page. Just hit the 'Register Now' button towards the top of the GiveSmart page. Enter your name, phone number, e-mail. Credit Card information is required to bid.
How will my cell phone and email be used?
Your cell phone number and email address will be used respectfully and only for the auction. Your contact information will be used to share the opening of auction items for bidding and information about the event, assist you with a self-checkout process, acknowledge your support of the auction, and distribute your auction winnings. If you wish, you may unsubscribe from text messages at any time.
What is my personal bidding account?
When you register, you will receive a confirmation text and email message. The link provided is your personal bidding account. Click the link to complete your user profile and add a credit card for bidding.
Each guest is a unique bidder; if your significant other has their own ticket, and therefore, a personal bidding account, compare notes before bidding to ensure you don't bid against each other for the same item.
Do not share links sent to you from the GiveSmart system unless you want others bidding on your account and with your credit card.
How does the silent auction work?
We will be using mobile bidding for our silent auction. You will be able to use your smartphone, tablet, or computer to keep up with the status of your bids and continue bidding until the auction closes. You can be the winning bidder wherever you are!
How do I start bidding?
When bidding for the silent auction opens, browse the silent auction by going to "Items" on the home page, and start bidding on your favorite items! Place your bid on selected items, set a maximum bid if desired. GiveSmart will keep you in the bidding until you reach your maximum bid.
You must be registered in GiveSmart and provide your credit card information to participate in bidding.
How do I Bid & Buy?
All bidding will be done electronically on any mobile device or computer. You will receive a text or email when the auction is open for bidding. Simply click on the link to access your personal bidding account and enjoy the auction. From your personal bidding account, please note the following:
Auction Frequently Asked Questions
Bidding
How do I participate in the online bidding auction?
Get started online through the auction page. Just hit the 'Register Now' button towards the top of the GiveSmart page. Enter your name, phone number, e-mail. Credit Card information is required to bid.
How will my cell phone and email be used?
Your cell phone number and email address will be used respectfully and only for the auction. Your contact information will be used to share the opening of auction items for bidding and information about the event, assist you with a self-checkout process, acknowledge your support of the auction, and distribute your auction winnings. If you wish, you may unsubscribe from text messages at any time.
What is my personal bidding account?
When you register, you will receive a confirmation text and email message. The link provided is your personal bidding account. Click the link to complete your user profile and add a credit card for bidding.
Each guest is a unique bidder; if your significant other has their own ticket, and therefore, a personal bidding account, compare notes before bidding to ensure you don't bid against each other for the same item.
Do not share links sent to you from the GiveSmart system unless you want others bidding on your account and with your credit card.
How does the silent auction work?
We will be using mobile bidding for our silent auction. You will be able to use your smartphone, tablet, or computer to keep up with the status of your bids and continue bidding until the auction closes. You can be the winning bidder wherever you are!
How do I start bidding?
When bidding for the silent auction opens, browse the silent auction by going to "Items" on the home page, and start bidding on your favorite items! Place your bid on selected items, set a maximum bid if desired. GiveSmart will keep you in the bidding until you reach your maximum bid.
You must be registered in GiveSmart and provide your credit card information to participate in bidding.
How do I Bid & Buy?
All bidding will be done electronically on any mobile device or computer. You will receive a text or email when the auction is open for bidding. Simply click on the link to access your personal bidding account and enjoy the auction. From your personal bidding account, please note the following:
Place Bid: The system automatically enters the next minimum bid amount, or you may choose to enter a bid amount higher than the minimum raise. Click the "Bid" button to place your bid.
Auto Bid: An auto bid can be placed and set at the maximum amount you are willing to spend. With Auto Bid, the system will place your bid at the minimum amount needed to lead. When you are outbid, the system will bid automatically for you until your maximum is reached or the auction ends. Click the "Bid" button to place your bid. You may change your maximum bid at any time.
Watch this Item: Clicking the star by "Watch this Item" will add the item to the "My Activity" list.
My Activity: Clicking on the "My Activity" button will give you a snapshot of the bids you have placed and the items in which you are interested.
When two bids are placed for the same amount, the bid placed first based on the timestamp takes precedence. Timestamps are set when the initial bid is placed; for auto-bids, this is when a maximum was set.
How can I keep active and know if I am outbid or have won an item?
You will be notified via text if you have been outbid. Keep an eye on your favorite items! If you are NOT receiving the text messages, make sure you have the correct mobile number under your profile. The texts will continue to notify you when you have been outbid or reached your maximum bid.
How will I know if I won an item?
When the silent auction closes, winners will receive a text message and email if you won any items. The silent auction closes on Saturday, May 3rd at approximately 7:45pm.
How will I pay for and collect my winnings?
Auction winners are required to make payment the night of the event from their card on file, which will be automatically charged if you have won an auction item. Please note that you will have the option to pay credit card fees.
When will my card be charged for purchases?
All purchases for the auction and paddle raise will be charged to your card shortly after 7:45 PM on Saturday, May 3rd.
How To Receive Auction Items
At the event:
May 3rd, 8:00pm - 8:30pm
At Cumberland:
Monday - Friday 10:30am - 5pm | Starting May 6th
Shipping:
Contact Christina Shipley at cshipley@cumberlandservices.org to make arrangements for shipping. Charges may apply.