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Big Night Out | Auction Preview

The 2021 Big Night Out Live and Silent Auctions have something for everyone! Whether it is travel, sports memorabilia, art, local dining experiences or excursions, every guest will have an opportunity to take home something fun and support a great cause.  

To view the auction preview, please scroll down.  This page will be updated periodically with additional packages and the full list will be sent via text on Thursday, October 14th to all registered guests who provide their cell phone number. 

Thank you to the many generous businesses and individual donors who have provided these items in support of one-to-one mentoring.

Not registered for the event? Buy your tickets today!

Big Night Out | LIVE Auction Preview

Three Nights on the "World's Most Beautiful Beaches"

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​Fully equipped two-bedroom, two-bath Panama City Beach, Fl. waterfront condo with amazing views from living area and master bedroom. Relax on the private balcony and enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail while watching the most magnificent sunsets. Three pools on-site including one that is heated. Walk to several restaurants in the area. Lifeguards on duty at beach access.

​Donated By: The Buxton Family

Set Sail and Follow the Wind

Sit back and feel the wind in your hair as you cruise the waters off of Bellhaven, North Carolina. Up to two couples will join the hosts on their 38 ft. catamaran for an adventurous weekend getaway. Hop on board Friday evening at the marina. Your captain will set sail early Saturday morning for the blue waters, stopping that evening at a local coastal hot spot for dinner, drinks, music and shopping. Your cruise will return early Sunday afternoon with enough time to get you back home feeling relaxed and carefree. You and your guests will have two berths to choose from, and your host will provide breakfasts, lunches, snacks and drinks (water, beer and wine) will be provided throughout the trip.

​Donated By: Jeanne Laughlin and Tony Snodgrass
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Decoys on the York River

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​Courtesy of renowned local artist Andras Bality and the Reynolds Gallery, "Decoys on the York River" is a gorgeous oil painting of a small moment of river life. Bality's use of light and energetic strokes capture a serene riverbank in his signature contrast of brilliant blues and grounded earth tones. This original painting is 24x30 inches, and ready to feature in your home gallery.
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​Donated by: Reynolds Gallery


Everything is Better in Bermuda

​​Crystal clear waters and pink sandy beaches welcome you to the island of Bermuda. 
Enjoy a 4-night stay in a private one-bedroom apartment on the island’s North Shore.
Located 10 minutes from the capital City of Hamilton and 20-minutes from the famed South Shore’s Horseshoe Bay Beach, this wonderful in-home apartment is equipped with a full kitchen, private entrance and a quick walk to the bus stop which is a travelers’ preferred mode of transportation on the island.  Two seater electric cars are also available for rent while visiting Bermuda.
Snorkel or scuba dive the reefs or shipwrecks, cruise Grotto Bay on your own rented motorboat or just take in the beautiful beaches with a Rum Swizzle in hand…
Bermuda is the perfect destination for those who want a quick getaway.    

​Donated By: The Bassett Family
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Party Spectacular​

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​Host an elegant at-home garden party with 20 of your closest friends! This all-in-one party package features drop-off a la carte catering from Garnish and a live quartet performance from the Richmond Symphony. 

Donated By: The Richmond Symphony and Garnish Catering
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Surf, Sand and Sunsets on Sanibel

​Two nights in a 1-bedroom condo will set the stage for a perfect and relaxing getaway. Sundial Beach Resort and Spa has everything…spacious and fully equipped condo units with a full kitchen, living room and dining area. The resort also offers an array of amenities including on-site restaurants, boutiques, tennis facilities, multiple swimming pools, spa, fitness center and a sandy beach where you can watch the sun set over the Gulf of Mexico.

Donated By: Sundial Beach Resort and Spa
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Perfection is Just an Hour Away at Veritas​​

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This is the perfect romantic getaway! Spend an evening in one of the well-appointed rooms inside the renovated 1836 home. While there, enjoy a 4-course chef’s tasting menu and wine pairing for two while you watch the sun set behind the hills of Afton Mountain. The chef will walk you through the meal preparation and how each wine was chosen to compliment a superb dinner. 

​Donated By: Hodson Family



Big Night Out | SILENT Auction Preview

"The Iron Man" Signed Jersey 

Former Baltimore Orioles shortstop Cal Ripken, Jr. is one of the greatest baseball players of all time!  With 3,184 hits, 431 home runs, and 1,695 runs batted in during his career 21 year career, Ripken is most notably called the “The Iron Man” for playing in a record-breaking 2,632 consecutive games surpassing Lou Gehrig’s 2,130 streak which stood for 56 years.  This signed jersey would be an awesome addition to any sports fan’s memorabilia collection.  

Donated By: Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation

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Diamonds Are a Girls Best Friend

Stunning pair of 14 karat white gold diamond halo stud earrings. This perfect gift for an anniversary, Mother’s Day or Sweet 16. Featuring a brilliant, round cut center diamond weighing 0.41 karats. With the surrounding halo weighing 0.14 karats.

​Donated By: Diamonds Direct

OBX Delight

​This gorgeous 4 bedroom, 3 bath home has everything needed for the perfect getaway! Up to 10 guests can escape the stressors of life in Corolla Light, winner of the North Carolina Resort Community of the Year Award for seven consecutive years. Here you will find activities for the entire family including 3 oceanfront pools, complete with a clubhouse that offers dining. Sound access is a two-minute walk to the pier. Ocean access is approximately a five-minute walk or two minute drive to the beach access. Top-rated golf nearby. 

​Donated By: Harris Family
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Wintergreen Getaway

Escape to the mountains of Wintergreen, for up to a weeklong stay at this beautiful condo in the Overlook section of the resort. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views from your own private terrace. This two-story condominium boasts 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths, big enough for a family getaway or a couples retreat. Hike, ski, enjoy the Village at Wintergreen, or local breweries.....the possibilities are endless!

​Donated By: Janet Dibbs and Michael Laming

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Queen Bee: Tea for Two

Spend an afternoon in this lovely European style café sipping high tea and eating delectable desserts. A perfect outing for you and your favorite person.

Donated By: Queen Bee Café 



Private Tasting for 10 at Thatch Winery

Your experience Includes 6 hand selected wines by our winemaker, Gavin Baum. Cheese & charcuterie, winemaker notes, private room for up to 10 guests and a  complimentary etched wineglass with Thatch logo.

​Donated By: Thatch Winery
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Meanwhile Back on the Farm: Bag

You will own this bag for life! This hip, locally created handbag is perfect for toting around your everyday essentials.  The classic camouflage design will never go out of style, and the full-grain leather and wax canvas just gets better over time.  A dependable go-to for any collection, Meanwhile Back on the Farm pieces are inspired by the owners’ love of family, natural resources and quality products.   Don't let this bag pass you by. 

Donated By: Meanwhile Back on the Farm

Hit the Links at Independence Golf Club

Grab your clubs for a round of golf for four at Independence Golf Club. Come out and enjoy a day of golf, cart included!

​Donated By: Independence Golf Club
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Pamper Yourself at Scents of Serenity Spa

Treat yourself to a day of rest and relaxation with a $250 gift certificate from Scents of Serenity Spa. 

​Donated By: Scents of Serenity

Treat Your Feet

Get the best out of your workout with the perfect pair of shoes! $150 gift certificate from Fleet Feet 

​Donated By: Fleet Feet
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The Ultimate Rock Climbing Experience!

Certificate for two to an Intro to Climbing Class. Rental gear included, learn to belay and manage a climber on ropes. Also, four one time day passes with gear included!! A perfect give for the adrenaline lover in your life.

Donated By: TRC Rock Climbing

50 Live Oysters-Rappahannock Oyster Co.

Calling all oyster lovers! This is your chance to indulge and have 50 live oysters delivered anywhere in the country, courtesy of Rappahannock Oyster Co.! They are the winner of Food & Wine Magazine's Tastemaker Award and are known for celebrating the Chesapeake Bay and its native shellfish since 1899!

​Donated By: Rappahannock Oyster Co.
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Tree Swing for the Kids!

Are you and your kids playing outside as much as you should be? Scott Turner of True Timber Arborists can help! What you need is a high-flying tree swing. If you’ve got the tree, Scott’s got the swing and the way. Here’s your chance to see what hundreds of other Richmond kids are already laughing and squealing about!

​Donated By: True Timber

Spend a Night Camping in a Real Treehouse!!

Fulfill your childhood dream of camping for one night in a treehouse! From this central spot in Richmond by the river, easily explore the trails and river. Then, relax on the deck and enjoy the magic of the trees.

•Airbnb “Top 20 Places to Stay in VA”
•"Best of Richmond" by Style Magazine

​Donated By: The Rogers Family
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Romantic Picnic for Two

Treat your love to a luxury picnic with this $150 gift certificate from our friends at Picnic RVA. All you have to do is show up and enjoy! They will take care of the rest. Perfect for an anniversary, proposal or just because!! 

Donated By: Picnic RVA

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