Why Professional A/V Matters for Your Fundraiser
- John Wendelken
- Apr 9, 2020
- 3 min read
Updated: Oct 7

The most successful fundraising events have highly visible video and crystal-clear audio throughout the room. Immerse your audience in an experience that inspires bidding! At Staar Entertainment, we are experts in understanding all the nuances that go into live production. We will work closely with you and your committee to ensure that all details are included, allowing your event to reach its maximum fundraising potential.
When your audience clearly understands the purpose behind your mission and the items up for bid, they come together in the spirit of helping others. The more informed your audience is, the more they want to give!
How Staar Entertainment Elevates Your Event
Audio Features
Your sound is one of the most critical elements of a successful event. Quality sound ensures that every word and every note is heard.
Crystal-Clear Sound Systems: Your gala requires more than a two-speaker DJ setup, and we highly advise avoiding using ceiling speakers. It is of paramount importance that everyone in the room hears everything. Our surround sound systems ensure that everyone can hear clearly in all areas of your venue. An audience that is well informed and inspired is an audience that bids and bids generously.
Professional Audio Technicians: Our team manages your cocktail hour, dinner, live auction, and if requested, an exciting dance party celebration. Our technicians are constantly balancing microphone levels so they don’t feedback and playing music selections at the right time to inspire your guests. Our audio technicians ensure that the entire program runs smoothly by reading the crowd in the moment.
Music and Atmosphere: We curate music that fits each moment. Dinner feels relaxed, live auctions feel energized, and the dance floor comes alive once the program is complete.
Celebration-Ready Sound: When it’s time to shift from fundraising to celebrating, our production team creates a party atmosphere that keeps your guests on the dance floor.
Visual Features
Pictures, videos, and lighting form the heart of your program. Our team ensures they are presented with impact so your audience connects emotionally with your cause.
Video Systems: From heartfelt videos to presentation slides, we will help you design slides that engage guests throughout the silent and live auction segments of your event, pulling them into your story. Slides can include emotional heartstring videos that keep your mission front and center.
Bidding Software Support: We integrate seamlessly with bidding software such as BidPal, BiddingOwl, CharityEngine, OneCause, or any other software you choose. We will display the live data on large screens so guests feel confident and excited to keep bidding.
IMAG (Image Magnification): We have the ability to use cameras to magnify items up for bid or to see individuals who are presenting. Your guests will be captivated by every detail. Whether it’s the sparkle of jewelry or the wag of a puppy’s tail, IMAG makes auction items even more appealing.
Sponsor Recognition: Make sure your sponsors know how much you appreciate them. Looping slideshows and logo features give generous sponsors their moment in the spotlight, showing everyone in the room who made the night possible.
Lighting Enhancements: Uplights create ambiance, while follow spots keep the focus on your MC, auctioneer, or keynote speaker.
Interactive Displays: Everwall allows guests to share photos in real time, creating a dynamic feed that becomes a lasting album of memories.
Seamless Planning and Support
When you hire Staar Entertainment, our customer service team partners with you every step of the way. From the first call to the event wrap-up, you’ll have open communication through calls, emails, and texts, and we’ll coordinate directly with your committee leaders, guest speakers, and entertainment talent. Our goal is to make planning as smooth as possible. The level of support that you will receive from Staar Entertainment will give you the confidence that your event will be the best it can be for all your guests.
Professionals You Can Count On
Because Staar Entertainment is an expert production company handling multiple aspects of your event, our technicians and entertainment professionals work together seamlessly. This results in a production that feels polished from start to finish. We help plan and therefore easily execute every detail of your run of show and how each role depends on the other. This holistic approach ensures challenges are addressed before they become problems.
The Bottom Line
Investing in Staar Entertainment’s high-quality and affordable audio/visual production creates the kind of atmosphere where guests are engaged, inspired, and having fun, which in turn results in generosity. At Staar Entertainment, we don’t just provide equipment—we provide confidence, creativity, and care. Together, we’ll make your event unforgettable and help you exceed your fundraising goals.