WHAT IS THE EPIPHANY SCHOOL AUCTION?
Epiphany School’s auction takes place on alternate years. It is produced by parents, and well-attended by our entire community; current families, faculty and staff, alumni, and ‘friends’ of the school. This is the largest, and most memorable event in our calendar, enjoyed by all who come together for a lively evening of conversation, bidding, and dinner.
WHY DO WE HOLD THE AUCTION?
Funds raised at the auction support a significant portion of our school’s financial aid expenses. We are committed to supporting families for whom tuition would otherwise be a barrier to attendance. The average tuition grant awarded in 2020-21 was $20,292. Students receiving tuition aid also receive a discount on Extended Day, Learning Skills, our lunch program, and one after-school club per semester.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
Donate an auction item / We have created an auction wish list to help those who are interested in giving. We need auction items at every price value, from $50 to $5,000 and on up. The goal is to raise as much money for our school as possible. You may fill out a procurement form online.
Volunteer / Your time is also a great way to donate to the auction. To get involved, please contact auction@epiphanyschool.org.
Buy your ticket / Not everyone can donate or volunteer. Most importantly – buy your ticket and join us for this event here.
DO I HAVE TO DONATE AN ITEM?
No! If you have something you’d like to donate, we’d love it, but there is no requirement. We also accept cash donations to underwrite portions of some of our auction packages.
HOW DO WE RAISE MONEY?
We have several avenues of fundraising at the auction and during the weeks running up to the event.
Epiphany Experience Buy-Ins / Purchase single tickets to be a part of a larger group experience. In previous years we have had opportunities for families (outdoor movie night), parents (an evening at the Sorrento and a Sun Valley get away, golf at Bandon Dunes and a night at the University Club), and couples (Oktoberfest dinner and a San Juan getaway), to name a few. Buy-Ins are available for purchase prior to the event and often fill up fast.
Raise the Paddle / An opportunity to raise your paddle the night of the event, or commit a donation amount before the event, and contribute to our very important financial aid program. Pledges can be made by emailing auction@epiphanyschool.org.
Online Auction / Our Online Auction is full of incredible travel opportunities, vacation properties, special dining experiences, and fun activities available at many price levels. Keep in mind that there will be mobile bidding for the online auction – meaning you will be able to track your items and bids.
WHAT IS THE EVENT FORMAT?
This year all bidding and donations will take place online. Our March 19th program will be presented via Remo. We will announce opportunities to learn more about this format as we approach the auction.
HOW CAN I STAY INFORMED?
Visit this website!
Opportunities to purchase tickets, buy-ins, and bid on auction items will be announced as we approach the auction.
WHO DO I CONTACT ABOUT THE AUCTION?
General questions & volunteer opportunities: auction@epiphanyschool.org
We have several committee chairs who would be happy to answer specific questions:
Event Chair / Alyson Scadron-Branner
Procurement / Effie Gleason and Stephanie True
Box Buy-Ins / Nikki Putnam
