# Auctria Session at Inspired Fundraising Retreat 2025

## How to find the items people actually want  
(and can't wait to bid on)

Auctria was proud to sponsor and present at  
**Inspired Fundraising Retreat 2025 by Sandy Rees** - a virtual workshop that prepares fundraisers for the holiday season of giving.

### Tools & Treasures: Find Auction Items That WOW

[Open slides in new tab](https://speakerdeck.com/auctria/tools-and-treasures-find-auction-items-that-wow)

### Additional Resources

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#### Procurement Basics for Success

Learn the fundamental strategies and best practices for successful auction item procurement.

](https://auctria.com/blog/procurement-basics/)[

#### How to Create Effective Auction Donation Request Letters

Master the art of writing compelling donation request letters that inspire generosity and support.

](https://auctria.com/blog/how-to-create-effective-auction-donation-request-letters/)

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