2024 Autumn Auction Q & A
What Is the Avalon~Brookewood Autumn Auction?
The Autumn Auction brings the Avalon and Brookwood school communities together just prior to Thanksgiving to kick-off the holiday season. This in-person affair begins Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. and will feature an open bar, hors d’oeuvres & dessert reception, and a curated silent auction.
Festivities begin at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Claridge Room, The Avalon School
Please be sure to join us!
What is the fee to participate?
There is a nominal registration fee of $75.00 to register online with a credit card to obtain a bid number.
What is included in the cost of the evening?
Free parking, open bar, a selection of sumptuous hors d’oeuvres & desserts, and a silent auction is included in your reservation price of only $75.00 per person.
What is the dress?
The Auction is a festive affair. Business dress is appropriate for all, but many of our ladies come in dressier cocktail attire.
Do I receive a ticket when I make my reservation?
No, there is no formal ticket. Simply respond to your online invitation which should arrive in your in-box in October.
How do I receive a bid number?
You will be informed of your bid number when you check in on the evening of the event.
Is there a minimum bid increase for the Silent Auction?
The minimum bid increase for each item is indicated on the bid sheet next to the corresponding item.
How do I pay for my auction items?
Unless otherwise indicated, your credit card information will be kept securely until the end of the auction and any purchases will be charged to the card of the winning bidder automatically. All bids are final and may not be rescinded after the conclusion of the Auction.
Is the cost of my auction purchase tax deductible?
You will receive an online generated receipt and statement for your winning bid(s), indicating the deductible amount, if applicable.
How can I support the event if I do not care to bid on an item?
Please consider participating as an Auction Angel or a Special Friend. An Auction Angel makes a monetary donation to specifically offset the cost of the Autumn Auction. A Special Friend donation of $75.00 or more will support the participation of Avalon and Brookewood faculty.
An Event Advertising Sponsors donation of $75 or more is way that you can advertise a business or send a special message to your Avalon or Brookewood Students. Your name and logo will be highlighted on the ticker banner on the event website and your name will be listed in the event handout. You will find all these options at the event website.
How do I volunteer to help with the Autumn Auction?
It is never too late to volunteer! We particularly need parents to seek out auction donations. Questions? Please contact The Advancement Office at 301-963-8022 or advancement@avalonschools.org.
How can I help during the weeks before the Auction?
If you are a current school parent, participating in a Class Basket or Project is a wonderful way to get involved! Class Baskets or Projects can be broken down by individual classes or Primary School (K-2), Lower School (Grades 3-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8) and Upper School (Grades 9-12).
Your Class Parent will be in touch regarding the theme and how you can help. We ask that the total value of a class basket not exceed $300.00. Among the successful baskets in the past: children’s book basket (by grade grouping), boys lego selection, girls lego selection, coordinated cooking basket, camping basket, cookout basket, Playmobile figure basket, beach basket, winter weekend basket, wine basket, beer basket, drinks basket, and so many more!
I have more than one child attending Avalon and/or Brookewood. Must I participate in each basket?
Participation in the class basket is not mandatory, although we hope all our parents will join in to the best of their ability. For those families with more than one child in the school, they need only participate in one basket if they wish.
How else could I help?
In addition to participating in the Class Basket, please consider a family donation. Among our most popular items: business services, a gift certificate from your favorite restaurant, venue event, sporting event, or family recreation site. Personal services, gift cards for a manicure or pedicure, haircut, massage, etc. also are very popular, and a weekend stay at your vacation home would be a sure hit!
Friends & Family Giving: Reaching out to your friends, neighbors, and extended family members to support our schools with an auction donation or participation as an Auction Angel or Special Friend, is a great way to extend and support our school communities.
Neighborhood Businesses: Consider asking for a donation from the merchants you frequent. Small businesses often support local schools and the students & families who patronize their shops. Whether it is your dentist or dry cleaner, letting them know the auction is coming up and asking if they would like to contribute an item or service is another way to build community. Many businesses or individuals will contribute on the spot! Make it as easy as possible for them by having a donation form handy.
Some of our Popular Items
Vacation Retreats
- Beach, Mountain, City, Camping
Consultant Services
- Home Décor and Home Improvement
- Personal Training
- Tax Prep
- Tutoring
Kids
- Adventure Trips
- Day Trips
- Toys & Games
Lessons
- Crocheting, knitting, etc.
- Horseback Riding
- Sailing
- Athletic Coaching Sessions
- Tennis
- Golf
- Photography
Home
- Decorating Services
- Hand-made Items
- Themed Books: Decorating, Cooking, Gardening, etc. (new, please)
- Antique Anything
- Pet Sitting
- Photography Sessions
- Cleaning Services: House, Yard, Car, etc.
- Prepare a dinner (family or ethnic specialty) for 4-8
- Prepare a cake or other delicious treat from 3, 6 or even 12 months!
- Cooking class
- Gourmet Assortment
