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  • FUN in Fundraising: Two of Chicago's Best Auctioneers Catch Up

    Joining Chris Maliszewski, owner of Hail Hail Auctions, for this episode of "The Appeal," is Chris Hensley with Bid Raise Bid Charity Auctions.

    These two Chicago fundraising stars will highlight their latest charity partners while breaking down all that was in Q1 2025. A few fundraising insights are sure to be dropped as well. Do not miss this inside look into the world of auctioneering and fundraising from two experts in the industry.

    This edition of "The Appeal" is live on May 19 at 12p est on LinkedIn and YouTube!

    "The Appeal" is a proud production of Brilliant Beam Media sponsored by Speakeasy Custom Tattoo.

    Learn More about Bid Raise Bid: https://www.bidraisebid.com/

    Join The APPEAL bi-weekly on Mondays or Subscribe on YouTube or your favorite Podcast Platform!

    #auction #auctioneering #podcast #nonprofit #TheAppeal #HailHail

    35 min
  • Faith Feeds: Nourishing the Community One Family at a Time

    To end hunger we must mobilize together.

    At Faith Feeds, their mission is simple yet powerful: no one should ever have to wonder where their next meal will come from. Based in Palatine, Illinois, they are committed to combating food insecurity across northwestern Cook County through compassion, collaboration, and action.

    Joining Chris for this episode is Michael DeMeyer, the Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors for Faith Feeds. This is sure to be a conversation creating awareness but also, it will inspire us all to tackle hunger in our own personal communities!

    Join Chris and Michael DeMeyer on Monday, April 28 at 11a/12p on YouTube and LinkedIn.

    Learn More about Faith Feeds: https://faithfeedsfp.org/

    Join The APPEAL bi-weekly on Mondays or Subscribe on YouTube or your favorite Podcast Platform!

    #auction #auctioneering #podcast #nonprofit #TheAppeal #HailHail

    30 min
  • Faith Feeds: Nourishing the Community One Family at a Time

    To end hunger we must mobilize together.

    At Faith Feeds, their mission is simple yet powerful: no one should ever have to wonder where their next meal will come from. Based in Palatine, Illinois, they are committed to combating food insecurity across northwestern Cook County through compassion, collaboration, and action.

    Joining Chris for this episode is Michael DeMeyer, the Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors for Faith Feeds. This is sure to be a conversation creating awareness but also, it will inspire us all to tackle hunger in our own personal communities!

    Learn More about Faith Feeds: https://faithfeedsfp.org/

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    Join The APPEAL bi-weekly on Mondays or Subscribe on YouTube or your favorite Podcast Platform!

    #auction #auctioneering #podcast #nonprofit #TheAppeal #HailHail

    30 min
  • Bowling for Boobies! A Partnership Like No Other!

    Nearly 300,000 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2025.

    And yet, there are amazing individuals and organizations tirelessly doing their part to find a cure! This episode of "The Appeal" is proof!


    Joining Chris for this episode is three-year breast cancer survivor and amazing breast cancer advocate, Branwyn Lee. This conversation is sure to inspire you! You will surely learn more of Branwyn's survival story and, most importantly, hear of her fierce advocacy and fundraising efforts to find a cure!

    Chris and Branwyn will also make a HUGE announcement for this coming fall that you do not want to miss! Be sure to tune in Monday, April 14 at a special time: 2:30pm EST on Youtube and LinkedIn!

    Join The APPEAL bi-weekly on Mondays or Subscribe on YouTube or your favorite Podcast Platform!


    #auction #auctioneering #podcast #nonprofit #TheAppeal #HailHail

    31 min
  • Oak Leyden: Able, Equal and Growing with Gratitude Every Day!

    Oak Leyden has provided provided comprehensive, quality programs and services to people with developmental disabilities for more than 65 years.

    The Chief Executive Officer of Oak Leyden, R.J. McMahon will join Chris to discuss the immeasurable impact Oak Leyden has made and what is being done today to ensure this success continues. Sure to be highlighted is this year's Mighty Oak 2025: Common Roots event which underscores the sense of community and advocacy that underscores everything Oak Leyden does to support and empower their program participants.

    Learn More Here:

    https://oak-leyden.org/

    https://oak-leyden.org/events

    33 min
  • Chicago Furniture Bank: Transforming Lives One Home at a Time

    Everyone deserves the warmth and stability of a fully furnished home! The Chicago Furniture Bank is making this a reality for Chicagoans facing poverty by providing free, handpicked furnishings—ensuring dignity, comfort, and a fresh start.

    Join Elle Ullum, Chief Development Officer of the Chicago Furniture Bank, as she sits down with Chris to reveal the incredible effort behind this life-changing mission. Learn how CFB is reshaping lives and discover how you can make a difference today!

    🔗 Learn more & get involved: Chicago Furniture Bank

    31 min
  • Helping the Homeless: Security, Shelter & Second Chances

    Providing security to those most vulnerable! Beth Nabors Powers and Journeys | The Road Home.

    Journeys | The Road Home provides more than shelter for those experiencing housing insecurity and homelessness. They provide hope, stability, integration and most importantly love.

    Tune in as Beth Nabors Powers, the Executive Director of Journeys | The Road Home joins Chris to discuss the amazing works of Journeys and why their upcoming eleventh annual, Garden of Giving Women's Luncheon on April 23 makes all the difference for their organization.

    Learn More: https://www.journeystheroadhome.org/womens-luncheon-2025.html

    Join The APPEAL bi-weekly on Mondays or Subscribe on YouTube or your favorite Podcast Platform!


    #auction #auctioneering #podcast #nonprofit #TheAppeal #HailHail

    30 min
  • Helping the Homeless: Security, Shelter & Second Chances

    Providing security to those most vulnerable! Beth Nabors Powers and Journeys | The Road Home.

    Journeys | The Road Home provides more than shelter for those experiencing housing insecurity and homelessness. They provide hope, stability, integration and most importantly love.

    Tune in as Beth Nabors Powers, the Executive Director of Journeys | The Road Home joins Chris to discuss the amazing works of Journeys and why their upcoming eleventh annual, Garden of Giving Women's Luncheon on April 23 makes all the difference for their organization.

    Learn More: https://www.journeystheroadhome.org/w...

    Join The APPEAL bi-weekly on Mondays or Subscribe on YouTube or your favorite Podcast Platform!

    #auction #auctioneering #podcast #nonprofit #TheAppeal #HailHail

    31 min
  • Tropic Dreams for a Cause: Tom Gosche and the Rotary Club of Schaumburg/Hoffman Estates

    "I'm super excited to get back raising awareness." - Chris Masliszewski

    Tropic Dreams for a Cause: Tom Gosche and the Rotary Club of Schaumburg/Hoffman Estates.

    The 2025 Classic combines purpose and the tropics for an unforgettable evening of raising funds and having fun.

    Tune in as Tom Gosche, the chair of the 2025 Caribbean Classic, joins Chris to discuss what the Rotary Club is all about and why their upcoming event on March 8 makes a tremendous difference for their organization.

    Learn More: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/2404

    Join The APPEAL bi-weekly on Mondays or Subscribe on YouTube or your favorite Podcast Platform!

    #auction #auctioneering #podcast #nonprofit #TheAppeal #HailHail

    27 min
  • Raising the Ultimate Bid: Leaving Corporate for Auctioneering!

    "Leaving a job is not the end; it's the beginning of a new adventure." - Unknown

    We've got a candid conversation with two of Chicago's hottest auctioneers!

    Join Hail Hail Auctions Founder, Chris Maliszewski and Chris Hensley, Owner of Bid Raise Bid for the exhilaration of auctioneering and raising funds for meaningful causes. These two fundraising stars will have a robust discussion about what's to come in 2025 and what was learned in 2024.

    Not to mention, they will be celebrating Chris Hensley's big leap to becoming a full-time auctioneer after many years of raising money for great causes part time!

    Why do you NOT want to miss this conversation? Because we've all had moments of living with purpose, but stuck in careers that aren't satisfying.

    Maybe a career in auctioneering is an option for you!?!

    Join The APPEAL bi-weekly on Mondays or Subscribe on YouTube or your favorite Podcast Platform!

    Learn more about Chris Hensley

    Rock Your Fundraising Goals with Hail Hail Auctions

    #auction #auctioneering #podcast #nonprofit #TheAppeal #HailHail

    39 min

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