Charity auctioneer

Professional charity auctioneer for UK fundraising events

A successful charity auction needs more than a list of lots and a microphone. Addison works with organisers before the event, reads the room on the night and keeps bidding enjoyable, generous and moving at the right pace at fundraising events across the UK and internationally.

Discuss your event
Addison Gelpey conducting a charity auction
£15m+Raised for worthy causes
20+ yearsOn the charity circuit
WorldwideEvents and audiences
Addison Gelpey addressing guests during a live auction

The approach

Before anyone raises a hand

Addison can advise on the order and number of lots, guide prices, reserves and how the auction should fit into the evening. The aim is to protect the energy in the room and give every lot the best opportunity.

Addison Gelpey leading a fundraising event from the stage

In practice

The auction itself

The room needs to feel confident, entertained and included. Addison combines clear bidding with humour and close attention to the audience, knowing when to push, when to pause and when to bring the hammer down.

  • Charity galas and fundraising dinners
  • Corporate and industry events
  • Awards evenings and benefit occasions
  • International events and large rooms
Addison Gelpey at a Clatterbridge Cancer Charity event

What matters

Part of the event, not a late addition

The strongest results come when the auction is planned as part of the evening. Addison is happy to speak with organisers, production teams and hosts in advance so the handovers, timings and fundraising moments work together.

He pitched perfectly to our audience and kept all 450 guests engaged throughout the event, raising £69,000 in the process.

Clatterbridge Cancer Charity Trust · 2025