Grant came highly recommended to us as our live auctioneer and financial pitch facilitator. With so much importance placed on our night of event fundraising, we were nervous to try someone new. Grant EXCEEDED our expectations and helped our organization raise more funds than ever before! His professionalism and charm really engaged our audience to give, while having a good time! Thank you, Grant!
-- Jennifer Ortiz, The Trevor Project
You were FABULOUS!!! During your 'Raise the Paddle,' one my Board members HUGGED me and said "You're a genius!" Thank you for...making this the most successful event we've ever had.
-- Joanne David, Haven Hills
Grant, I thank you. Wouldn't want to do our appeal and auction with anyone else. You are a master at what you do, and you make what can be a painful few minutes into a respectful, enjoyable, and critical moment of opportunity, both for our cause and for the people in the room who want to give and just need the right invitation.
-- Jonathan Zeichner, A Place Called Home
Excellent...I would highly recommend you to any organization who would need this type of service.
-- Philip Gomperts, American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
The children we are able to serve with those extra dollars may never know your name, but trust me, I certainly appreciate your talent!
-- Bill Magee, Operation Smile
You did a marvelous job! It turned out really beautifully, and we were so happy to have you there.
-- Jennifer McDougal, The Wilson Heart Center
Thank you for doing such a GREAT job on all our live items! Your enthusiasm kept the momentum and excitement going!
-- Madeline Loef, Marymount, Homeport
You are so much appreciated! You did a great job with no notice or prep! And you were instantly family!! We definitely intend to use you again and will put your name through for our next event. Thanks again!
-- Ellen Wolf, Malibu Synagogue
You were great! We raised $76,000 for the Live Auction and Paddle Pledge! Until next year...
-- Bill
I have personally worked directly with Grant Snyder for the past 12 years on the St. Anastasia Parish Ball as a Committee member and also as a Chair of the Live Auction. Grant is not only completely professional and reliable, he is so well versed in what he is doing that the entire organization completely trusts and relies on his expertise and judgment. He is a true asset to our biggest fundraiser and has personally made it his mission to not only know the committee members from year to year but the actual donors, attendees, and big bidders as well. Having him has made the Live Auction portion of the event more successful every year including our biggest year yet in 2011!! And on top of all that he is a super nice, fun person whom I and all the attendees of the event look forward to seeing and working with every year.
-- Christi Carni, Live Auction Chair, St. Anastasia Parish Ball Committee
Wow...it is almost 48 hours since our Gala and my phone is still ringing off the hook!!! Everyone was blown away your energy and professionalism during the Raise the Paddle portion of the live auction. With your help we were actually above to raise over the $100,000 match - in the worst economy since the great depression! And everyone had so much fun...Thank you and best of luck, my friend.
-- Rabbi Tombosky, Connejo Jewish Day School
I heard a guest at our school auction last night say 'Oh good, Grant's here again. I love that guy!' That's how we all feel. Grant has been doing the auctions for our annual dinner dances and golf tournaments for the past four years. In addition to doing a fantastic job raising money for us, he has a great sense of humor and takes the time to get to know the faculty, staff, and parents in attendance. That winning combination makes our auctions successful, fun, and much more personal. Grant is like part of our school family now. We are sure to always book him a full year in advance.
-- Dina Briggs, Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
You were amazing. You have no idea how many people LOVED you! You raised so much money for us Saturday night (close to $75k during live auction) and we broke records on all fronts. I am so grateful and we will definitely use you again and again. As soon as we figure out our date for next year's event, we will contact you to book the event. Thank you, thank you, and thank you -- you truly made me look great that night!
-- Bo
I wanted to drop you a line and thank you so much for the work you did for our vent in Atlanta. The energy and excitement you helped create was fantastic! In all, you helped us raise $75,000 at our event! I look forward to partnering with you next year to break the $100,000 mark! You are fantastic!
-- Jack Shuff, Tournament Chair
Thank you so much for being with us last Friday. It added a fun and frenetic touch to the evening and the feedback I've received has been extremely positive. Between the auction and the appeal, you raised $100,000 for our kids, for which we are very grateful. I hope you had a good enough time that we can call on you next year.
-- Roger D., Covenant House
We loved having Grant at our auction! He was professional, courteous, and energetic. Grant was brilliant at 'reading' our crowd and used his observations to encourage them to bid without making them feel pressured. Our guests responded wonderfully to Grant's style and our auction was an enormous success!
-- T. Miller, St. Monica's High School
I would say that Grant was definitely the best auctioneer we've ever used. He had an amazing way of entertaining the crowd and he was constantly reminding them of our causes which led them to raise their hands. He was great and totally dedicated to the evening. Grant really became our partner in the evening in helping us achieve our goal for raising funds!
-- Shelly King, Golden Wheel Organization
You did a fabulous job! We were very happy with the way you made it fun and entertaining...Thank you again for a job well done!
-- Jennifer Stolo, California Dental Association
We really enjoyed having you and it makes a big difference having a professional work the crowd. We will keep you in mind for our school and for others as well. Thanks again...
-- Suzanne D., Heschel West School
Grant was amazing. If we'd had any other auctioneer, I think the LIVE would have been a complete disaster. Despite the most difficult of circumstances, he was actually able to get people bidding! Please pass along our gratitude.
-- Mary Sidell, Brentwood School
We would like to sincerely thank you for your time and services given to the annual St. Anastasia Parish Ball. You always make the live auction so interesting and have helped us to raise funds for the parish school for many years. You have a way of getting people to raise their hands while you 'work the floor.' You are a master at what you do.
-- Reverend Thomas King, St. Anastasia School
Thank you again for doing such an outstanding job for us. I have received a plethora of positive feedback about you and the live auction. I absolutely plan to utilize your energy and expertise again.
-- Allyn Cloban, The Wellness Community
On behalf of Southwestern University School of Law , I would like to thank you for so graciously auctioneering for the live auction at the Annual Awards Recognition Reception. Your energy and touch of humor to the live auction truly enhanced the evening's program.
-- Debra Leatthers, Southwestern University School of Law
On behalf of the all of us at The Wellness Community - South Bay Cities, we thank you for sharing your incredible auctioneering talents for us. You helped raise thousands for our programs to provide support, education, and hope for cancer patients. We are So grateful.
-- Wellness Community -- South Bay Cities
Grant, you are the best. I've seen you work rooms for years. You've helped our organizations raise hundreds of thousands of dollars. Thanks for your support.
-- Petter Wenner, Fundraising Consultant
You did a fabulous job! I definitely want you back for next year. Thank you for what you did. We surpassed our goal.
-- Pam Poliakoff
We are all extremely happy! You did a fantastic job! Thanks so much for your hard work, I will definitely recommend you!
-- Michele B. Palermo, Event Manager
We are very pleased with the tremendous success of the LIVE and Raise the Paddle this year! We doubled our expectations - what could be better! You played a key role in this success. Thank you!
-- Millie M. Wexler, Development Coordinator, Sinai Akiba Academy
Catholic Charities has relied on Grant over the past several years for successful fundraising. The results have been prosperous.
-- Frank Valesco
Indeed, we were most impressed and enjoyed the Raise the Paddle. I think it did extremely well, so I thank you for your involvement. I was particularly pleased to have FOUR $2,500 donors. It surprised me! I will certainly spread the word to our friends. I'm hopeful we can work together at our next auction, which will include both a paddle pledge and a live auction. Thanks, Grant.
-- Rachel Fine, Los Angeles Childrens Chorus
I would like to thank you for so graciously serving as the auctioneer for the live auction at the Annual Awards Recognition Reception last Thursday. Our alumni, faculty, staff, friends, and students all enjoyed the evening. Your energy and touch of humor to the live auction truly enhanced the evening's program.
-- Joan Bautista, Sr. Associate Director, Institutional Advancement
I can't thank you enough for your time at our event. You were fabulous and your superior auctioneer skills significantly increased the amount we were able to raise for the foundation. In addition, the live auction was an event in itself -- so entertaining!! Thanks so much for your help.
-- Betsy Burdick, United Health Childrens Foundation
Thank you so much for doing such a fantastic job! We all greatly appreciated your energy, enthusiasm, and passion.
-- Tany Q., Covenant House
Thank you so much!!! Karma was totally impressed -- you made me look really good and you made the Live Auction fun!! I hope to work with you again soon.
-- Erin, Event Coordinator, Karma Foundation
As always, you did a fabulous job!!! Thanks so much! I will use you again! I have also given your name and contact info to a few people.
Pam J., Executive Director, Family Foothill
Grant has a wonderful ability to raise the energy of the crowd and get them excited to be a part of the evening and give as generously as possible. The audience relates with him, and enjoys his humor and his style. We were very impressed by his energy and skill and look forward to having him at our gala next year.
-- Andrea Zasa McCallister, Director of Events & Communications, Laura's House
Thanks for everything, you were fabulous! I would love to help promote you to other non-profits in this area...Thanks again for everything, it was great working with you!
-- Kelly Reynolds, Director Resource Development, Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley
Grant knows how to get the energy and enthusiasm for the cause going in the crowd. The money raised at our auction was the best ever and he's the best auctioneer we have ever used.
-- Lyla Knudson, Development Director, The Wellness Community
Thank you again for all of your hard work! We couldn't have been happier with how the night went and we received a lot of positive feedback from our audience regarding our new auctioneer. See you next year!
-- Natalie and Andreas
You did an amazing job and made a ton of money for the school...Thanks again.
-- C. Peck
This past weekend, I went to Tommy Harris / UHC's Auction, and Grant was the MC / Auctioneer. He was nothing less than amazing.
--David
You were amazing! We are so lucky to have found you!! As soon as we know next year's date, we want to book you immediately. Thank you for doing such an incredible job for Aurora Theatre!!!
-- Deborah
The CJD's Annual Gala was a wonderful event thanks in large part to you! Parents have been complimenting us all week long -- they thoroughly enjoyed the Raise the Paddle portion of the event! You were outstanding and if you ever need a reference, you can always use my name and number. Thanks so much for everything!!!
-- Cherrly Goldstein, Conejo Jewish Day School
Thank you on behalf of the Silent Auction Committee for bringing attention and excitement to our silent auction items. Despite the p.a. system that wasn't working consistently, you got them to move from the bars to the auction tables! We are very grateful for your help and expertise. With everything considered, we made about $60k on this auction. Again, thank you for all you did to make the silent auction a success.
-- Greer, Rebecca, and Frances
Thank you so much for a VERY successful auction last night. Everything was just right, the pace, the tone...So fun! I will certainly recommend you for next year. The live part of the auction raised around $70,000 which exceeded our expectations. Last year the live auction was at around half of that. I really appreciate the level of professionalism that you employed, it made a huge difference in our fundraising efforts.
-- Patti DiTullio, Marymount, Homeport Chair
You were a pleasure to work with and I greatly appreciated your flexibility and professionalism. I also appreciated your support on getting the silent auction items wrapped up. Thanks again.
-- Heidi
Thanks for a great evening, Grant! You did it again and we really appreciate your efforts for Sinai Akiba. You did a terrific job in a very tough economy...thanks again.
-- Jan
Kudos from TWC. You did an AWESOME job. We want to book you for next year. Is it too early to ask? Thanks again for your Amazing Fund Raising Talent.
-- Another happy client
We made a mistake last year in not hiring you. I am so glad we did not make the same mistake twice. I am a great believer in the value of traditions. I hope we started a new one tonight. We want Grant Snyder to be the PS#1 Auctioneer every year from now on. Great job tonight. And thank you.
-- Joel Pelcyger
First numbers in are somewhere in the $90,000 range...you were great!
-- KD Thags, Orange County Assistance League
You're a true pro!
-- Karen
We raised $55k on the Auction and Raise the Paddle. We are more than happy in this economy!!!
-- Kelly Reynolds, Director of Resource Development, Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley
You were a rock star. Thanks for helping us further our mission of support, education, and hope.
-- K. Conforti, Wellness Community South Bay
The feedback has been excellent. We appreciate all that you did to make the evening such a success.
-- Briar
We were thrilled to receive an additional $10,000 today toward our scholarship fund. Their letter said it was a commitment they were making as a result of the Raise the Paddle at the Gala. So, thank you!!! It was a pleasure to work with you, and I know that many felt that you were the best auctioneer we have had to date. I look forward to highly recommending you...
-- Nuka
Got notes raving about the Live Auction and "the best auctioneer ever!" They were very pleased, as were we. Great to work with you, as usual. Your work with Los Angeles Children's Chorus has two major benefits -- your expertise, energy, and charm have not only leveraged increased support for our live auctions and paddle pledges (fund-a-need), but have also added immeasurably to the enjoyment and fun of the event.
-- Rachel Fine, Executive Director, Los Angeles Children's Chorus
Thank you so much for your energy and passion at the our event. You were critical to the dollars that were raised!
-- Stacy, Infuze Marketing
You were a true gentleman! We were impressed with you. You were great and THANK HEAVEN you did so well on the Raise the Paddle -- that made a big difference for me.
-- Tammy Wilson, CFT, CEO
The Live Auction was obviously a success in large part because of the Sponsor-a-Youth portion. The feedback was all positive in terms of your contribution to our efforts. The group is very interested in getting you back on board for next year. Thank you again, Grant. It was a tremendous night for our Club, and we appreciate all your help.
--Tim Hogan, Director of Development, Boys and Girls Club of Santa Ana
Last night was wonderful and you did a fantastic job. It was upbeat and fun and (your ideas) worked really well. There was a lot of energy up there. I am not sure what the exact numbers are yet, but I know we broke a record.
-- Tracy
Thank you so much for your work on Monday. I think everyone had a great time.
-- Trish, Atlanta Falcons
You were incredible. We received many compliments from the guests on your performance. We will definitely recommend you. It was a pleasure working with you!
-- Valeria
Everyone raved about you! I had several comments from guests as they were leaving about how much they enjoyed your "performance."
-- Kathie Louy, California Hospital Medical Center Foundation
