“Equal parts entertainer and fund-raiser!”

“You were magical.  You can turn a dollar into a million!”

“Thank you so much for sharing your incredible energy, charisma and expertise!       You emptied their wallets and had them cheering you on the entire time!”

“I’ve never seen anything like it!  You’re not just an Auctioneer, you’re a rock star!”

“Thank you so much for making this our most successful event EVER!                            You are the BEST!  Thank you, thank you!”

“We don’t ever want to do another auction without you!”

These are just a few of the comments echoed by leaders of top national charities after watching Auctioneer DawnMarie Kotsonis delight audiences while raising millions of charitable dollars.

A native New Yorker, DawnMarie’s dynamic style focuses on three key elements—                                               “Make it fast, make it fun and raise a lot of money while promoting the cause!“

DawnMarie’s introduction to the fundraising world began in the 1980’s while she was running a successful commercial and real estate auction firm and with the very personal experience of raising funds in support of Cystic Fibrosis—the disease that would eventually claim the lives of both her nephew and best friend.  

With more than 25 years of auction and fund development experience, DawnMarie has presided over countless record-breaking auctions including raising $2.4 million at a single wine auction.  And, her ten years as a development officer at a not-for-profit foundation uniquely position DawnMarie to guide clients through the challenges of today’s rapidly changing fundraising environment.  

A graduate of Clown College, DawnMarie a.k.a. “Dr. Bubbles” has also been sighted in full clown regalia visiting folks in need of cheer.  DawnMarie resides in the historic Brookdale Heights area of Fullerton, California.  And, she welcomes the opportunity to talk about harnessing her expertise for the benefit of your favorite cause.