

We work nonprofits, schools, parishes, hospitals, and foundations across Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois.
We've raised money in ballrooms, school gyms, country clubs, and stadiums- even Lambeau Field and American Family Field. Every event is different. Every mission matters.

We've helped organizations raise millions across the Midwest- including single events that have exceeded 1,000,000.
We know what moves a room, what stalls a paddle raise and how to read a crowd whether it's 100 guests or 500+ and we can adjust in real time.

Our Family Auction Story dates back to 1983, when our parents established a family auction company in rural Dubuque County Iowa. Initially focused on farm auctions and small local charity events, we have since expanded our services and coverage area to help numerous 501(c)(3) charitable organizations throughout the Midwest to enhance their fundraising potential. Today, we take great pride in our work and remain committed to staying on the cutting edge of fundraising gala trends. If you're in need of fresh ideas or a change for your next fundraising gala auction event, Bravo Auctions of Wisconsin, Iowa and Illinois can help you discover new ideas to help you maximize your fundraising potential. National Fundraising Auctioneers

Jenny Gehl, BAS Bravo Benefit Auctions/Bravo Auctioneers

Tim Markham Bravo Benefit Auctions/Bravo Auctioneers

Jim Markham,
Charity Auction Professional



Bravo Auctioneers – A Family Tradition Since 1983
Founded in rural Iowa as Markham Auction, we’ve grown from farm and charity auctions into a trusted Midwest auction company. Today, Bravo Benefit Auctions and Sister Company Bravo Auctioneers proudly carries on the family tradition—helping nonprofits maximize fundraising with benefit auctions and paddle raises, while also showcasing private collections, business assets, and unique treasures through our online and live auctions.
"Working as a Family Auction Team
is Special to us"
"Fueled by Passion, Driven by Purpose — Meet Bravo Benefit Auctions."
Please reach us at jenny@bravobenefitauctions.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Absolutely- and this is where Bravo truly seperates from every other auctioneer you'll talk to. Many auctioneers show up the night of the event and wing it- we don't .
We've conducted hundreds of fundraising events and we bring a proven system that covers every detail- because small things make a huge difference in how much your organization raises. *Event Timeline & flow *Live Auction Ordering *Paddle Raise Strategy * and the details nobody talks about- after hundreds of events we've learned the small secrets that most organizations overlook. We share all of it with you before your event. This strategy consulting is included with every Bravo package- because your success is our success.
Every Event is Unique , so our pricing is customized based on several variables- your event date, location, number of guests and the services your event requires.
The best way to get accurate pricing is to schedule a quick discovery call. We'll learn about your event, recommend the right package, and provide a custome proposal- no obligation, no pressure.
Call or text 262-719-5867
Yes- professional sound is a requirement for every Bravo event, and here is why: your auctioneer and bid assistants need to be clearly heard by every person in the room. A poor miked room kills momentm, loses bids, and ultimately costs your organization money. Here is what we need: two wireless handheld microphones
a sound system appropriate fro your venue size. A screen adn projector for your live auction and paddle raise visuals (highly recommended)
If you do not have a professional sound company, we have partner vendors we work with and would be happy to make a recommenation. This is one of the details we cover during your discovery call so there are no suprises on event night.
Our Primary service area is Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois. We do travel if our schedule permits.
In the states of Wisconsin and Illinois Yes, all auctioneers even fundraising auctioneers must be licensed- it is required by law. Make sure to ask your auctioneer for their state licence number.
The state of Iowa is not a licensed state.

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This is Us, *Team Bravo*, Wisconsin Fundraising Auctioneers. Iowa Fundraising Auctioneers. We will work hard for your organization from start to finish! Call 262-719-5867

At a charity auction in Iowa, I nervously sold my very first item- a golfing for 4 certificate. My dad, who doesn't even golf, made the winning bid of $600. His support meant the world to me, and it's a memory and photo I 'll always cherish. Best auction item, best dad!

Meet my Dad, a man with a heart of gold and a talent for fundraising. Dad is known as "the master ringman" because he's the life of the party at every fundraising event he attends. Dad is in his element when he's helping to raise money for a good cause. We often hear guests say ... he looks like Alferd Hitchcock!
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