* From the Desk of a Master Trainer: A new series from the ePhilanthropy Foundation; bringing you tips and advice directly from the minds of our ePhilanthropy Master Trainers *

Online auctions have become a popular way to reach out to the local community and beyond - getting more people involved and raising more money for organizations nationwide. Nonprofits of all sizes from grass-roots advocacy groups to community schools, large scale foundations and major international associations have chosen to run online auction fundraisers. Why? Simply stated, because they work.

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Just announced, the Toronto ePhilanthropy classroom training will be held on Tuesday, February 12th. If you live or work in the Toronto area please join us for this exhilarating four-hour seminar, hosted by the Toronto ePhilanthropy Chapter.

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