By Tom Riles on May 3, 2024
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In September 2023, I attended OneCause’s RAISE conference in Nashville which focuses on fundraising insights, networking and gala preparation. I learned so much from the many sessions, and was happy to connect with some non-profits who were looking for advice on their live auction and Fund-A-Need fundraising. Now in 2024, I was so excited to … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on May 1, 2024
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I’ve had a wonderful time serving as the charity auctioneer for one of my favorite Nashville non-profits, Nurses for Newborns for the last two years. Having a medically fragile daughter of my own, I can fully relate to what the families that this organization serve are going through, and I’m proud that my live auction … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on April 15, 2024
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I’ve been lucky to travel all around the United States, but I must say one of my favorite places is Park City and Salt Lake City in Utah. The snow capped mountain scenery is absolutely beautiful. The views from the St. Regis at Deer Valley where we held Park City Institute’s Annual Fundraiser were just … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on April 15, 2024
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I was truly honored to serve as the benefit auctioneer for the second year in a row for the prestigious Philadephia Heart Ball this past March. The event was held at the National Constitution Center, and I was thrilled to be able to host the live auction and the Open Your Heart giving moment. As … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on March 27, 2024
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Being on stage for the second year in a row at the Moffitt Cancer Center’s Magnolia Ball was a dream come true. This year we raised over 5.3 Million Dollars! Both the live auction that I conducted, as well as the paddle raise exceed expections, and were a thrill to be a part of. “My … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on March 17, 2024
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I was excited to return back to Los Angeles for a premiere event in Hollywood, the GO Campaign Gala. History has shown that the most effective way to fight poverty and make a difference in the lives of children is through small grants and grassroots organizations. Well that is exactly what Go Campaign does best, … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on March 1, 2024
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I’ve been honored to go to Detroit, Michigan in both 2022 and 2023 for their WISH BALL benefiting Make-A-Wish Michigan. As an entertainer and auctioneer, conducting a Live Auction and Paddle Raise at the Fillmore Theater in Detroit was a dream come true. I got to take the stage with Wish Kids who’s lives have … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on December 18, 2023
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Two years in a row I’ve been excited to entertain and fundraise for an amazing organization named Blind Early Services, located in Nashville, Tennessee. Happening just before Christmas the past two years, I’ve emceed, conducted a live auction, and led the paddle raise for these amazing folks. Check out their incredible mission statement. Blind Early … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on November 14, 2023
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As a sports fan and a benefit auctioneer, this night was a dream come true! I got lead the live auction and paddle raise at THE BIG HOUSE at the University of Michigan. Our emcee for the evening was University of Michigan and NFL Alumni Braylon Edwards, and we got to fundraise for a cause … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on November 8, 2023
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Two years in a row I’ve been thrilled to work the Live Auction and Fund The Mission moment for the Tennessee Chapter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation. Success on this event does not begin the night of, as I have worked with the team in planning the most effective run of show for the … Continue Reading
