Choosing items to sell on eBay Giving Works

You've got your cause, and you're all set to go with the nonprofit you'd like to benefit from your eBay Giving Works sales. Now you just need to figure out what to list!

In many ways, deciding what to list for charity is very similar to deciding what to list on eBay in general. Remember, buyers flock to eBay for the cool products, so if you use that as your guiding principle, you're well on your way!

Here are a few additional tips to keep in mind:

• Using eBay Giving Works to introduce new items
• Don't give up on out of season items

Introduce new items

Got your hands on the latest and greatest video game console in stock? How about the newest phone? The latest It bag? Or maybe you have an item that you just started carrying, but haven't taken to your customers yet? Whatever it may be, consider introducing it through eBay Giving Works.

Remember, when you list an item with eBay Giving Works, that listing stands out with the special charity ribbon , which gives you that advantage in exposure right from the start. Use that advantage to draw in buyers, and you may find yourself with a new bestseller!

Out of season items - back in season

Having trouble moving last year's hot sellers? Don't give up just yet! Adding a charity element to your listing might just get buyers to give your item a second look. We already know that eBay Giving Works items tend to attract more bids than identical items that are not benefiting a cause — why not use that to your advantage?

By listing last season's items with eBay Giving Works, not only do you increase your chances for success, but also when you score those sales, you'll help a worthy cause and get your basic selling fees credited back to you. How's that for a win-win?

Africa Direct (eBay user ID: AfricaDirect)
eBay Giving Works has enabled Africa Direct to support African nonprofits through jewelry and art sales on eBay. Learn more.

Betty Refour (eBay user ID: BRefour)
Inspired by her family’s health issues, Betty Refour uses eBay Giving Works to raise money for nonprofits working on breast cancer, lymphoma, and autism. Learn more.

Tracy Janik (eBay user ID: 247jewelry, raefielddesigns, bakelitejohnny)
Through selling jewelry on eBay Giving Works, Tracy Janik helps her favorite causes attract new donors while she attracts new shoppers. Learn more.

Happy PAWS Haven (eBay user ID: happy_paws_haven)
Sales through eBay Giving Works and donations through PayPal at eBay Checkout will help Marshall County, Alabama, get its first spay/neuter program for cats and dogs. Learn more.