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Live Auction
If you would like to donate a Raffle or Live Auction Prize to the 2009 Bishop's Gala,
click here or contact us at (214) 520-6590 x126.
The 2008 Live Auction Prizes were as follows:
Our Live Auction Includes:
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“FOOTLOOSE” YELLOW LABRADOR RETRIEVER
This highly intelligent and extremely trainable Labrador Retriever is “man’s best friend”. “FOOTLOOSE” is the ultimate companion and a perfect addition to any home.
Labrador Retrievers are beautiful, loving and loyal, great with children, and really quite “fetching”. Considered to be most popular breed of dog in the world, Labrador Retrievers are known for being the most dependable, obedient and multi-talented breeds in the world. The people who know dogs tell us he’s worth quite a bit, but we think he’s PRICELESS.
Winners: Jan & Thom Schliem
Mr. & Mrs. Ray Smerge
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MEET & GREET,
SIGNED GUITAR BY KENNY LOGGINS
This Is It! A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet Grammy-Award Winner Kenny Loggins. The Meet & Greet includes a handsome acoustic guitar, autographed by the legendary Mr. Loggins. The Epiphone guitar with Kenny’s signature is sure to be a timeless keepsake.
Winners: Tina Chapman
Kevin & Cristi Ryan |
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ULTIMATE ROMANCE PACKAGE
The perfect getaway that both of you will remember forever, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Enjoy a touch of elegance at the tastefully furnished and beautifully decorated Hilton Anatole. This two-night weekend stay for two includes breakfast on the terrace of your luxury suite.
This weekend get-a-way includes a behind-the-scenes visit of the kitchen at the world-famous, award-winning, five-star Abacus restaurant, complete with an impeccable dinner for two. Savor once-in-a-lifetime cuisine from Chef Kent Rathbun, multiple nominee for the James Beard Foundation Best Chef: Southwest Award.
Fine dining throughout the weekend continues with dinner at Nana on the 27th floor of the Hilton Anatole. The award winning restaurant's panoramic view of downtown, critically acclaimed cuisine, service and premier wine cellar is dramatically enhanced by an elegant interior, including a priceless collection of Asian art from the private collection of Margaret and Trammell Crow.
Unwind and relax with a Verandah Club and Spa package. Enjoy a soothing massage or skincare package to end your weekend feeling refreshed.
Winner: Jane and Don Hanratty |
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FIVE DAYS IN FIVE-STAR RESORT IN THE OZARKS
Get away from it all for five days at the breathtaking and charming Bluegreen Wilderness Club at Big Cedar Creek, deep in the heart of historic Ozark country in Ridgedale, Mo. This is the ultimate wilderness escape.
Savor the simple splendor of acres upon acres of unspoiled wilderness
Go as a couple or take the whole family to enjoy activities filled with the unmistakable spirit of the Ozarks – experience the lazy river, with caves, a water slide, and waterfalls – heated indoor pool – horseback riding – fishing – top-notch spa services – and more.
Delight in the rustic elegance of the Wilderness club’s spacious lodges; you’ll immediately notice an unsurpassed attention to detail.
Just the vacation you need to unwind and take in a quaint little piece of Utopia.
Winner: Charles Myers |
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ONE WEEK AT CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO CONDO
Spend a week at a fairy tale lodge set in the middle of Crested Butte, CO, the hot spot for wilderness getaways. Bring your friends and family and take advantage of 3 beautifully furnished bedrooms/baths, living room, and kitchen.
Take in the crisp, clean air of the mountains and take pleasure in an unforgettable week in a charming valley high in the Rocky Mountains.
If you go during mid-July, you’ll enjoy the glorious Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, and you’ll discover why Crested Butte has become known as the “Wildflower Capital of Colorado”.
Winner: Lynn Fox |
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Pope John Paull II Picture |
Winner: Jan & Thom Schliem |
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FUND THE FUTURE
Participate in the future of Catholic Charities by giving today. All gifts to our Endowment Trust provide programs for the present and a legacy for the future of Catholic Charities. Your contribution will provide an unwavering, long-term funding stream for the current programs of Catholic Charities and future support for the expansion/addition of programs as new needs arise in the community. Tonight, you have a special opportunity to double your gift as all gifts will be matched dollar for dollar. Currently the Endowment is at $2 Million dollars, our wish is that by 2015 it will be at $11 Million dollars.
Winner: The future beneficiaries of Catholic Charities! |
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