Legacy Benefit Auctions Introduces New Era of Fundraising to Churches and Religious Organizations

April 29, 2009 - PRLog -- LOS ANGELES – With non-profits and religious organizations facing dwindling contributions, they must find new means to raise the donations needed to not only survive, but assist those around the world who rely on their support.  Legacy Benefit Auctions (http://www.legacybenefitauctions.com), a Southern California-based turnkey fundraising provider, offers a new solution to these churches, synagogues and other non-profit religious organizations:  fine art auction fundraisers that, unlike traditional fundraising auctions, don’t require organizations to pay out of pocket for auction items, an auctioneer, bid cards, professional sound system, advertising consultation, logistics manager and a raffle prize.  

“Religious organizations are feeling the heat of the economy just as much as any other non-profit sector,” said Jordan Sitter, CEO of Legacy Benefit Auctions.  “Many people turn to their place of worship or other religious-based charity for help, but some of these organizations have been forced to downsize and are no longer able to benefit all who are in need.  With my background as an art dealer and auctioneer, I recognized the fundraising potential of fine art auction events and started Legacy Benefit Auctions to help religious organizations and other non-profits raise tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars in a single event.”

How Legacy Benefit Auctions works:
1.   An organization contacts Legacy Benefit Auctions.
2.   Legacy Benefit Auctions provides a licensed and bonded professional art auctioneer, a collection of fine art and collectables (all works include framing and a certificate of authenticity), bid cards, professional sound system, advertising consultation, logistics manager and a raffle piece valued at a minimum of $500.
3.   The organization coordinates the venue and invites the attendees.
4.   The organization pays no upfront costs and receives a significant portion of monies raised from the live auction.

Founded in March 2009 by veteran art auctioneer Jordan Sitter, LBA helps charitable organizations raise substantial funds by providing auction items, including art from icons that include Simon Bull, Romero Britto and Thomas Kinkade, and a certified auctioneer without any upfront costs. By combining a world-class collection of fine art and sports memorabilia, with a motivational and entertaining auctioneer, Legacy Benefit Auctions introduces a new era of fundraising to churches, synagogues and other religious organizations.  For more information, visit http://www.legacybenefitauctions.com or connect with us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/BenefitAuctions.

About Legacy Benefit Auctions:
Legacy Benefit Auctions is a powerful collaboration of the most talented auctioneers in the country and artwork from the most sought-after artists and coveted sports memorabilia available.  Founded by one of the most prolific fine art auctioneers in the nation, Legacy Benefit Auctions offers turnkey fundraising events, providing a world class collection of fine art and sports memorabilia, along with a motivational and entertaining auctioneer. With this spectacular combination of talent, experience, and auction items, Legacy Benefit Auctions raises valuable funds for organizations.  For more information, visit www.legacybenefitauctions.com.

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About Legacy Benefit Auctions:
Legacy Benefit Auctions is a powerful collaboration of the most talented auctioneers in the country and artwork from the most sought-after artists and coveted sports memorabilia available. Founded by one of the most prolific fine art auctioneers in the nation, Legacy Benefit Auctions offers turnkey fundraising events, providing a world class collection of fine art and sports memorabilia, along with a motivational and entertaining auctioneer. With this spectacular combination of talent, experience, and auction items, Legacy Benefit Auctions raises valuable funds for organizations. For more information, visit www.legacybenefitauctions.com.