If you find yourself facing an overflow of inventory, especially older pieces that no longer excite you for display, how about giving those works new homes? Not only will you free up space for fresh creations, but you'll also support a worthy cause and potentially earn some income in the process.

Consider Hosting a Fundraiser

Yes, you read that right – a fundraiser.

Before you dismiss the idea, thinking it's about donating your art, hold on. It's quite the opposite because you can actually make money from this fundraiser.

Identify a cause that resonates with you, whether it's related to animals, the environment, education, or supporting an art center. Choose one and approach a nonprofit organization to collaborate with you.

This partnership is pivotal because the organization should have a dedicated member base eager to further support their cause.

The organization can assist in promoting the fundraiser, and if possible, they might even provide a venue.

Your arrangement can be simple: donate 50% of all sales to the organization and keep the remaining 50% for yourself.

Three Fundraising Approaches

Here are three formats to consider for this endeavor:

1. Direct Sale: Display your artwork professionally with price tags. Buyers can make purchases just like they would at any other art venue.

2. Silent Auction: Showcase your work professionally with bidding sheets alongside each piece. Establish a minimum bid and encourage bidders to place reasonable increments (e.g., $20 for higher-value pieces instead of $1 or $5 increments).

3. Live Auction: If you happen to know an auctioneer, take the excitement to the stage. Just ensure the auctioneer is sensitive to the art being sold.

Of course, there's more to think about when organizing a fundraiser, but it can be a rewarding endeavor. In the end, a fundraiser not only generates interest in your art and the partnering organization but also nurtures community connections and leaves you with a sense of fulfillment!