Gather information about the date of auction as well as its aim and the main areas where help is needed. You can collect this information by meeting the school authorities. Take appointments before visiting the school.
Make your desire to help clear. Offer ideas and suggestions on this important issue.
Help the school authorities in arranging donations and advertisements for the auction. You can ask your friends, relatives and local business organizations to offer donations or sponsorship for certain events.
Send out business letters and "Thank You" notes to the sponsors whom you've contacted.
Provide help in preparing the stage, painting the posters or writing the speeches.
Get ready to work as a volunteer on the auction day.
Make this event a success by encouraging more and more parents to join in. You can contact them personally or through newsletters.
Make arrangements for transportation of auctioned items.