06/11/2026
Summer auction season is here, which means many nonprofits are gathering donated items, selecting vendors, booking venues, and coordinating event materials.
But even when an auction feels informal, procurement still matters.
Having a clear procurement process helps your nonprofit make thoughtful purchasing decisions, avoid conflicts of interest, and maintain strong financial oversight, especially when multiple staff, volunteers, or board members are helping bring the event together.
Before your next auction, it may be worth asking:
▶️ Are purchases being approved consistently?
▶️ Are vendor decisions documented?
▶️ Are donated goods being tracked properly?
▶️ Are conflicts of interest clearly addressed?
A strong procurement policy helps create clarity before the busy season begins, so your team can focus more on the event and less on the financial guesswork.
Need a place to start? Download Jitasa’s free nonprofit procurement policy template here: https://bit.ly/4e05Dte
Download Jitasa’s FREE nonprofit procurement policy template to standardize your vendor selection and purchasing processes, ensuring fairness and transparency.