One simple question can add an extra $110,000 to your nonprofit's next fundraising event. It’s the "Superhero Ask," a powerful fundraising strategy that gets major donors to raise their own paddle before the auction even begins.In this episode of the Hey Nonprofits podcast, host Trevor Nelson talks with professional charity auctioneer Chris Hensley about this simple yet effective method. Chris explains how to find new donors and increase bids by asking for a champion in the room. He shares the exact words to use for your paddle raise and how this simple appeal can create amazing results for your cause. This is a must-see for any nonprofit leader looking to improve their event fundraising and bring in more support for their mission.🔗 *CONNECT WITH US* 🔗Connect with Trevor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-nelson-b8922a167/Follow Hey Nonprofits! on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/hey-non-profits-raise-more-money/💙 *ABOUT HGA FUNDRAISING* 💙This episode was brought to you by HGA Fundraising. The team at HGA helps event fundraisers create auction success with the most profitable (and mission focused) auction items in the space. Trips and experiences that excite donors, ignite bidding, and help your organization RAISE MORE MONEY.To learn more about HGA Fundraising click here: https://hgafundraising.com/trips-and-experiences/Sign up to receive the HGA Fundraising newsletter to receive fundraising insights from the brightest minds in the space: https://hgafundraising.com/subscribe-to-newsletter/Feeling stuck with your fundraising? No matter where you are at in your journey, HGA offers FREE coaching for fundraisers: https://hgafundraising.com/nonprofit-coaching/Chapters:0:00 - How to Raise an Extra $100K With One Question 0:34 - A Day in the Life of a Professional Charity Auctioneer 1:50 - What Is the "Superhero" Fundraising Technique? 4:02 - The "Superhero" Ask: A Step-by-Step Breakdown 5:04 - What to Do When Your Fundraising Ask Fails 6:22 - How to Create a "Vacation Station" to Boost Bids 7:15 - Announcing the "Crack the Code" Fundraising Seminar 8:23 - Who Will Be at the "Crack the Code" Seminar? 9:42 - How to Use Photography for Donor Stewardship 11:50 - Is the "Crack the Code" Seminar Worth It? 12:51 - How to Connect With Fundraising Expert Chris Hensley