Fundraising FAQ's

Can we see who is bidding and how much we need to bid?
Yes. You can see who is winning on the big screens and on your handset. You can also apply 'Bid Increments' to your lots and the amount needed to beat the current highest bidder is also displayed on the handset and can be displayed on screen. Some events chose to display the bid increments of lots on the big screen too.

Is the bidding secure?
Yes, all IML fundraising solutions work on a secure closed network. This ensures there are no internet connection or mobile signal  problems and that we receive 100% of all bids received with a time stamp to avoid confusion over who bid first!

Is my event big enough?
IML offer solutions for all sized events, and we are convinced that the extra funds raised will not only pay for the system but also save you time and the administration costs of a paper based system. Most events we are involved in start at 100 guests. Call us on +61 (0) 2 8216 5716 to discuss your event or email: info-au@imlworldwide.com to find out more...

Will IML take payment?
IML’s primary focus is on providing a tool to maximise funds raised. The feedback from the many fundraising organisations we have worked with is that all financial matters are best dealt directly between the valued guest and the charity. We therefore don’t take payment but we streamline the process by providing printed customised invoices and reports at the end of the Silent Auction.

Will the handsets get lost?
All handsets have built in alarms to reduce the chance of loss or theft.

What are the branding and sponsorship opportunities?
From smartcard branding with sponsor logo's to big screen branding and now handset screen branding with the new IML Connector and Tablet solutions there are lots of opportunities for sponsor branding helping your event raise even more funds. To find out more take a look at our Sponsorship page here...

Can we use Tablets or iPads?
Yes, IML have just released our secure tablet solution; IML Fundraiser. We've mentioned it in this newsletter and there's more info here...

Can we have pictures?
Yes you can have pictures displayed on the big screens for each lot included in the Silent Auction. We can display pictures for single screen scrolling display and 5 items per page scrolling display. Our 10 items per page scrolling display looks too crowded with pictures so we suggest if you have lots of items you include your pictures in your brochure. We can always scroll any pictures of special/ valuable lots using our single lot display at various points in the evening.

Can we see who's winning and how much we need to bid?
Yes, you can see who's winning on the big screen scrolling display and on your handset or tablet screen. You can also see how much you need to bid to start winning and bid increment information.

Can we run a Pledge through the system?
Yes, this is a great way to encourage people who are priced out of the Silent Auction to donate. Our pledge system allows guests to pledge donations throughout the night with a running total displayed on screen. There is also the option of a Pledge Totaliser to help increase donations - there's more about the Pledge Totaliser below or online here...

Will this raise me more money?
IML’s fundraising solutions are proven to help raise more funds, but don’t just take our word for it read our case studies and testimonials here... We can even put you in contact with our happy clients to find out more...

How many lots will i need?
Entirely up to you, there are no limitations on lot numbers whether you have 5 or 500 lots.

What else can the handsets do?
The IML handsets can be used for quizzes and games and have built in microphones for discussions and audience Q&A. There's more info on our Quizzes at fundraising events here... or call us on +61 (0) 2 8216 5716 to find out more....