{"id":32527,"date":"2025-06-25T14:53:06","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T21:53:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/?p=32527"},"modified":"2025-06-25T14:53:08","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T21:53:08","slug":"bobby-d-ehlert-the-passion-and-purpose-behind-call-to-auction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/call-to-action\/bobby-d-ehlert-the-passion-and-purpose-behind-call-to-auction\/","title":{"rendered":"Bobby D. Ehlert: The Passion and Purpose Behind Call to Auction"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In the world of nonprofit fundraising, few names resonate as powerfully as <strong>Bobby D. Ehlert<\/strong>. Known professionally as Bobby D., he\u2019s not just an auctioneer &#8211; he\u2019s a dynamic force in transforming how organizations fund their missions and inspire generosity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/calltoauction.com\/\"><strong>Call To Auction<\/strong><\/a>, a fundraising auction firm and the nation\u2019s first certified B Corporation dedicated solely to nonprofit events, Bobby D. is redefining what it means to raise money with meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144830\/Bobbyvertical1.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"819\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-32529 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144830\/Bobbyvertical1-1024x819.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144830\/Bobbyvertical1-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144830\/Bobbyvertical1-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144830\/Bobbyvertical1-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144830\/Bobbyvertical1-380x304.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144830\/Bobbyvertical1-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144830\/Bobbyvertical1-1160x928.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144830\/Bobbyvertical1-80x64.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144830\/Bobbyvertical1.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bobby D. Ehlert<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With over two decades of experience under his belt, Bobby D. has made a name for himself across the country by infusing every event with energy, purpose, and performance. He\u2019s as comfortable behind a microphone as he is coaching a nonprofit boardroom, bringing unmatched charisma to every gala, golf tournament, and giving moment. From his beginnings in Arizona to a nationwide expansion, Bobby D.\u2019s vision for Call To Auction is rooted in one clear mission: to ignite generosity and maximize impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in 2014, Call To Auction has become a trusted partner for hundreds of nonprofits, hosting events that have collectively raised over half a billion dollars. The firm\u2019s reach extends beyond the Southwest, with a growing footprint and a team of fundraising professionals committed to equity, inclusivity, and excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144833\/Bobbyvertical3.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"977\"  height=\"782\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-32530 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 977px) 100vw, 977px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144833\/Bobbyvertical3.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144833\/Bobbyvertical3.jpg 977w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144833\/Bobbyvertical3-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144833\/Bobbyvertical3-768x615.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144833\/Bobbyvertical3-380x304.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144833\/Bobbyvertical3-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144833\/Bobbyvertical3-80x64.jpg 80w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>What sets Call To Auction apart is not just its record of results, but its philosophy. As a certified <strong>Public Benefit Corporation<\/strong> (B Corp), the company operates at the intersection of profit and purpose, holding itself accountable not only to clients, but to the broader goals of community impact, sustainability, and social equity. This business model makes Call To Auction a trailblazer in the world of fundraising, aligning its success with the success of every nonprofit it serves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bobby D.\u2019s team is as diverse as the missions they support. Trained in donor psychology, live event strategy, and inclusive fundraising practices, each team member brings their unique background and passion to the table. This collaborative and inclusive approach ensures that every audience is engaged authentically and every event is tailored for maximum impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144839\/Bobbyvertical4.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"930\"  height=\"744\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-32531 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144839\/Bobbyvertical4.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144839\/Bobbyvertical4.jpg 930w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144839\/Bobbyvertical4-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144839\/Bobbyvertical4-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144839\/Bobbyvertical4-380x304.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144839\/Bobbyvertical4-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144839\/Bobbyvertical4-80x64.jpg 80w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>But Bobby D. is more than a fundraiser. He\u2019s a sought-after emcee, a professional speaker, a fundraising event consultant, a performance coach, and the co-host of the popular \u201c<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@heartofthegala\">Heart of the Gala<\/a><\/strong>\u201d podcast alongside his wife. Together, they also launched Inspire Hearts Fundraising in 2018, the only firm in the U.S. focused solely on Special Appeal Paddle Raises. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His leadership extends to the professional community, serving on the boards of the NYC Chapter of the International Live Events Association (ILEA) and the Long Island Association of Fundraising Professionals. In Bobby D., nonprofits find a partner and a visionary who brings heart, strategy, and spark to every stage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144851\/Bobbyvertical2-1.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"819\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-32532 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144851\/Bobbyvertical2-1-1024x819.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144851\/Bobbyvertical2-1-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144851\/Bobbyvertical2-1-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144851\/Bobbyvertical2-1-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144851\/Bobbyvertical2-1-380x304.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144851\/Bobbyvertical2-1-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144851\/Bobbyvertical2-1-1160x928.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144851\/Bobbyvertical2-1-80x64.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/25144851\/Bobbyvertical2-1.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photos courtesy of Call To Auction<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Event Fundraising is more than just an event &#8211; it\u2019s a movement. At Call To Auction, we believe in creating spaces where generosity thrives and impact is multiplied,&#8221; Bobby D. said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From local galas in the Valley to million-dollar moments on national stages, Bobby D. and Call To Auction are proving that when you combine experience, authenticity, and purpose-driven strategy, the sky&#8217;s the limit. To learn more about Bobby D. and the company, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/calltoauction.com\/\">calltoauction.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Bobby D. 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