A charity auction invitation carries dual weight—it must convey the glamour and purpose of the evening while making the ask feel natural and welcoming. The best ones balance sophistication with genuine passion for the cause, so guests arrive ready to bid and celebrate.
Starts from: “You are hosting a charity auction benefiting the Children's Art Initiative on Saturday, May 18th at 7 PM at The Meridian Hall in San Francisco, with a silent auction followed by live bidding.” — edit anything once it’s designed.
Three directions — different wording, different design
Together we invite you to
Saturday, May 18
7:00 PM
The Meridian Hall
428 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
Black tie optional
Kindly respond by May 11 at charity-auction.revelpost.com or call 415-555-0142
All proceeds benefit the Children's Art Initiative. Auction catalog available upon request.
Please join us for
Saturday, May 18
7:00 PM
The Meridian Hall
428 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
Black tie optional
Kindly respond by May 11 at charity-auction.revelpost.com or call 415-555-0142
All proceeds benefit the Children's Art Initiative. Auction catalog available upon request.
Come prepared to bid at
Saturday, May 18
7:00 PM
The Meridian Hall
428 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
Black tie optional
Kindly respond by May 11 at charity-auction.revelpost.com or call 415-555-0142
All proceeds benefit the Children's Art Initiative. Auction catalog available upon request.
Wording examples
FormalAn Evening of Giving
Benefiting the Children's Art Initiative
Saturday, the eighteenth of May at seven o'clock
The Meridian Hall, San Francisco
Join us for an elegant evening of silent and live auction, supporting art education for underserved youth. Browse curated works from regional artists, support emerging talent, and celebrate the transformative power of creative expression.
Black tie optional | Reception and silent auction at six-thirty
ModernBid for a Cause
Children's Art Initiative Benefit Auction
Saturday, May 18 at 7:00 PM
The Meridian Hall, 428 Market Street, San Francisco
Spend the evening bidding on art, supporting local artists, and fueling art programs for kids who need them most. Drinks, appetizers, and the chance to make a real difference.
Black tie optional
PlayfulYour Paddle Awaits
A Charity Auction for the Children's Art Initiative
Saturday, May 18 | 7 PM | The Meridian Hall
San Francisco
We're raising funds for art education, and we need your competitive spirit and generous heart. Browse the silent auction, raise your paddle for live bidding, and help us fund the next generation of artists.
Casual to black tie | Pre-auction reception at 6:30 PM
Good to know
Charity auction invitations must clearly state the beneficiary organization and purpose upfront, answer practical questions (is there an admission fee? is bidding required?), and communicate the evening's structure so guests understand whether to expect silent auction, live bidding, or both. Many hosts also include the auction catalog link or note that high-value items are available in advance. RevelPost's custom RSVP questions let you ask guests their bidding interests or preferred seating, making the evening feel more curated.
Reassure them that attendance and donation are separate from bidding—many people enjoy the social experience, viewing art, and supporting the cause without placing bids. Your invitation should mention that appetizers, drinks, and the silent auction (lower-pressure than live) are core to the evening. You can also use RevelPost's reminder emails to send the auction catalog in advance, so guests arrive informed and confident, ready to bid on items they genuinely love.
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