Silent Auction
June 25
The evening will once again feature a silent auction. Last year's auction offered more than 42 items, including luxurious spa weekends, exhilarating golf and sport packages, intriguing foreign destinations and much more. This year's event promises to be even better. This year a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Inspiration Corporation.
Inspiration Corporation inspires change and enriches the community by providing people who are affected by homelessness and poverty with essential social services that create choices and enable the participants to lead happier and more fulfilling lives.
Silent Auction Prize List
- Language Services
- Donated by Adbridon Corp. / Retail value $500
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Planning a trip and need to know the difference between train station and subway station in French or Spanish? Ordering a tortilla and are brought an omelette?
Anticipating a business meeting where you need to be able to exchange greetings, demonstrate courtesy, express appreciation?
Already familiar with the basics, but need to fine tune your pronunciation?
Yearning to meet your lifelong goal to learn French or Spanish?
Select and bid on one of the following Options as your winning auction prize for:
Language Services à la carte: Five, 2-hour, private custom-tailored lessons for a group of 4 people, maximum; same level, attending same dates, times, place, and to be mutually agreed upon.
- Option 1: Laugh & Learn JumpStart to Spanish Conversation Lessons: Beginner's Level or Intermediate Level
- Option 2: Laugh & Learn JumpStart to French Conversation Lessons: Beginner's Level or Intermediate Level
When: Fifth and final conversation class to be performed on or before Monday, November 30, 2009, after which time the service availability expires.
This prize winner will be entitled to a 15% discount on the estimate of total time for a separate, mutually agreed upon:
Single translation project or single interpretation assignment:
Spanish <–> English
French <–> English - Full Page Spread in 2009 November/December FORUM
- Donated by Association Forum / Retail value $6,000
- Your company will receive a full page spread in the 2009 November/December FORUM bonus issue. This issue is the Holiday Showcase preview and has a distribution of 7,990 mailed copies and 19,975 total readers.
- Full Page in 2009 Holiday Showcase Program
- Donated by Association Forum / Retail value $3,250
- Your company will receive a full page ad in the 2009 Holiday Showcase Program. The program is distributed on-site to more than 3,500 attendees.
- On Site Association 101 Course
- Donated by Association Forum / Retail value $2,000
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Association 101, an orientation for association professionals, is essential learning for anyone recently employed by an association. Association 101 is designed to provide a solid foundation of knowledge and appreciation for the unique environment, culture and dynamics of associations.
A Forum representative will engage participants in a carefully designed curriculum that will crystallize the understanding of association and provide important, practical new insight.
Objectives:
- Learn about the nature and scope of associations
- Provide association professionals with information to support career advancement
- Foster an understanding of relationships with volunteers/members and staff
This full-day, on-site session is for up to 50 people at the location of your choice.*
*Travel costs outside of the Chicagoland area are to be paid by winning bidder and session will take place on mutually agreeable date.
- Premium VIP Lunch Table at 2009 Holiday Showcase
- Donated by Association Forum / Retail value $700
- Holiday Showcase is Chicagoland's No. 1 meeting sites and business services exposition. More than 3,500 attendees are expected to attend.
- Premium Table for Ten at 2010 Forum Honors Gala
- Donated by Association Forum / Retail value $4,000
- The Forum Honors Gala is the second largest event on the Association Forum calendar. Spend an evening dancing, dining and honoring your peers in the industry.
- Breakfast on the Magnificent Mile
- Donated by Chicago Marriott Downtown/ Retail value $500
- Enjoy a (2) night stay and breakfast for (2) each morning.
- The Broadmoor Hotel, Colorado Springs, CO
- Donated by The Broadmoor Hotel / Retail Value $800
- Enjoy a two night stay (Sunday-Thursday) at the beautiful Broadmoor Hotel nestled in the mountains of Colorado.
- Your Trolley Event
- Donated by Chicago Trolley Company / Retail value $1,200
- Enjoy a 4-hour charter on a Chicago Trolley, good any day, subject to availability. Trolleys can hold up to 32 guests and food and drink are welcome.
- The Driskill B&B Package
- Donated by The Driskill Hotel, Austin, TX / Retail value $500
- Enjoy a (1) night stay with breakfast for two, a luxurious Driskill robe and an Austin music cd.
- A Colorado Springs Golf Experience at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort, CO
- Donated by Cheyenne Mountain Resort / Retail value $700
- Enjoy a (2) night weekend stay with breakfast for (2) each morning and 18 holes of golf for (2) people on the Championship PGA golf course designed by Pete Dye. The Cheyenne Mountain Resort is managed by Benchmark Hospitality International.
- Inn by the Sea, Vera Bradley, Seaside, FL
- Donated by Cottage Rental Agency / Retail value $700
- Enjoy a (3) day, (2) night stay with breakfast in the Vera Bradley suite at the Inn by the Sea.
- A Night Out in Chicago
- Donated by Fairmont Chicago Hotel / Retail value $500
- Enjoy an overnight stay in a luxurious Fairmont guest room and (3) $50 certificates to Aria Restaurant and Bar.
- Taste of Fort Worth
- Donated by Fort Worth CVB / Retail value $500
- Enjoy the taste of Fort Worth, Texas in your own backyard. The Fort Worth CVB is donating a Gourmet Texas Basket which includes a $150 gift card for Grilling class at The Chopping Block in Chicago, a hardcover gourmet cookbook from Reata in Fort Worth, spice collection, BBQ tools, a Texas CD, wine and many other goodies!
- Golfing at Grand Geneva, WI
- Donated by Grand Geneva Resort / Retail value $600
- Enjoy a round of golf for (4) on the Highlands or the Brute golf course, including cart and tax. Valid Sunday-Friday, after 12:00pm. Expires November 1, 2009.
- A Grand Getaway to Mackinac Island, MI
- Donated by Grand Hotel / Retail value $1,357
- Experience a (2) night stay for two at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island between June 26-October 25, 2009. The stay includes (2) dinners and (2) breakfasts, tax and baggage handling charges.
- So Much to Do, So Little Time
- Donated by Grand Sierra Resort, Reno / Retail value $650
- So many things to do under one roof at the Grand Sierra Resort. The winning bidder will receive a (2) night stay in a Summit unit with dinner for (2) at Charlie Palmer's Steakhouse. To help with unwinding, the package also includes (1) 50 minute massage, (2) tickets to the movie theater and (2) tickets to the bowling alley.
- Golf at Grand Traverse
- Donated by Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, MI / Retail value $550
- Enjoy in beautiful Michigan a one night accommodation in the Hotel or Tower, breakfast for two in Sweetwater and one round of golf for two on Spruce Run, including a cart. Subject to availability and not valid holidays or weekends in June, July or August. Advanced tee times are required. Expires June 10, 2010.
- Watch the Sun Set in Beautiful Fort Lauderdale
- Donated by Harbor Beach Resort & Spa, FL / Retail value $1,500
- Enjoy a three night stay in an ocean front room with a balcony.
- Harley-Davidson Museum Membership - Hill climber (Premier Membership)
- Donated by Harley-Davidson Museum, Wisconsin / Retail value $500
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Through brute strength and a ton of guts, Harley hill climbers would battle treacherous trajectories all in an effort to be call King of the Hill. Sound like you?
The Hill Climber Membership Plan includes:
- Unlimited visits for up to two (2) adults and any children in the household
- Fast-lane admission so you get in faster (excluding major Museum events)
- The right to bring up to four (4) guests for free every time you visit and discounted tickets for any additional guests
- 12 additional Museum tickets to give to anyone you choose
- Two (2) dog tags identifying you as Museum Members
- Limited-edition vintage poster reproduction
- Exclusive Members-only content on the Museum web site
- Invitation to rockin' rallies, roasts and rides
- 10% discount in the Museum Store, with special Members-only merchandise and times to shop
- 10% discount every time you eat at Motor®
- Special privileges to Museum programs and temporary exhibits
- The Backroad Chronicles, a pocket-sized guide to the Museum
- Invitation to special behind-the-scenes tour of the Museum
- A choice of:
- Customizable 3" Living The Legend™ rivet, valued at $250
- One Small Meeting room rental
- 4 Serial #1 or 2 Wrecking Crew Gift Memberships
- 15 additional guest passes
- Sun Yourself in Sunny Florida
- Donated by Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Conference Center & Spa, FL / Retail value $500
- Explore all Fort Lauderdale has to offer and enjoy a two night stay at the Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Conference Center & Spa
- Hill Country Escape
- Donated by JW Marriott San Antonio / Retail value $500
- Enjoy (2) nights deluxe accommodations for two and breakfast for (2) in the Cibolo Moon Restaurant.
- Get Your Game on in Chicago
- Donated by Las Vegas CVA, Philadelphia CVB, The Drake Hotel / Retail value $750
- Enjoy (4) tickets to the Cubs/Phillies game on Wednesday, August 12, a (1) night stay at The Drake Hotel and a $150 gift certificate to Harry Caray's Restaurant.
- "Relax and Pamper" Romance Package
- Donated by Loews Miami Beach Hotel, FL / Retail value $1,750
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Loews Miami Beach Hotel is a luxury, oceanfront, resort located in the heart of South Beach's vibrant Art Deco District. Our four star, four diamond and more hotel includes 790 guestrooms and 60,000 square feet of function space, all representative of our uniquely South Florida Style.
Enjoy a special (2) night spa package which includes champagne and strawberries on arrival, monogrammed robes, two nights in a premium ocean view room with balcony and two Swedish massages in Elemis Spa.
- Kentucky Derby Experience
- Donated by Louisville CVB / Retail value $900
- Come celebrate the 136th running of the Kentucky Derby. The package includes (2) Grand Stand tickets and $300 Southwest Airline gift cards.
- It's Better in San Diego, CA
- Donated by Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego / Retail value $1,600
- Enjoy three nights complimentary guest room accommodations in a Deluxe Corner King room. Two complimentary spa certificates for KIN SPA to be used for massage, facial, any of the services offered. Complimentary dinner for two at Sally's on the Water, our signature restaurant. Expires June 30, 2010.
- Swing Into a Minneapolis PGA Weekend
- Donated by Meet Minneapolis / Retail Value $1,910
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Watch the best golfers in the world as they battle for the PGA Tour's final major championship. The package includes:
- (2) round trip airline tickets to Minneapolis/Saint Paul from Chicago
- (2) PGA tickets at the beautiful Hazeltine National Golf Club and a (2) day pass
- (2) night stay with breakfast at the Hilton Minneapolis hotel located in downtown Minneapolis
- (3) day car rental at Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Dates available August 9–16, 2009. PGA ticket days based upon availability. Please contact Lori Kearney at Meet Minneapolis with your preferred dates by July 6, 2009.
- Relax in Mexico
- Donated by Mexico Tourism Board / Retail Value $1,800
- Let yourself relax and unwind in beautiful Riviera Maya. Enjoy a (4) day, (3) night stay at the all-inclusive Barcelo Maya Colonial Resort compliments of Mexico Tourism Board. To make your trip even more enjoyable, the package also includes (2) American Airlines gift cards valued at $550 each, a transfer from the airport to the resort and a Deluxe Sunset Cruise for 2.
- Get Away to the Big Easy
- Donated by New Orleans Metro CVB, The Roosevelt Hotel and Omni Royal Orleans/ Retail value $700
- Enjoy a (2) night stay for (2) in deluxe accommodations at The Roosevelt Hotel. The package also includes fine dining for (2) at the Rib Room in the Omni Royal Orleans.
- Ring in the New Year in New York City
- Donated by New York Marriott Marquis Hotel / Retail value $3,500
- Enjoy a once in a lifetime experience! You will join our celebration in the Broadway Lounge located eight stories above the ground level overlooking Times Square. You will receive (1) night stay for (2) people at the New York Marriott Marquis, along with (2) tickets to the New Years Eve celebration. This package is date specific and must be used from December 31, 2009-January 1, 2010.
- Enjoy a Relaxing Dinner Cruise
- Donated by Odyssey Cruises / Retail value $520
- Attendees have the chance to bid on (2)vouchers for a dinner cruise aboard The Odyssey. Each voucher is good for dinner for two, valid Sunday-Thursday, excludes holiday and specialty cruises.
- Dinner and a Suite
- Donated by The Osthoff Resort, WI / Retail value $600
- Enjoy a (2) night stay in a one-bedroom lakeside suite at the beautiful Osthoff Resort. The winner will also receive a $100 credit towards dinner for 2 in Lola's on the Lake.
- Facilitated Strategic Planning Session
- Donated by Plexus Consulting Group LLC / Retail value $9,000
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Facilitated strategic planning session for either a day or a day and a half for up to 20 people. The session will be facilitated by Plexus Conslting Gorup's president Steven Worth. Steve and his firm have successfully facilitated the strategic planning of more than 200 nonprofit and public interest organizations. Information about the form can be found at www.plexusconsulting.com.
Plexus and Steve will endeavor to accommodate the time of your choosing. The winning bidder must pick up travel costs and appropriate accommodations if the meeting is held outside the Washington, DC area (more than 40 miles away from the center of DC.) Offer is good June 2009 to June 2010.
- Wine Time
- Donated by PRP Wine International/ Retail Value $500
- Enjoy an 8 premium bottle wine tasting for up to (12) people with a private wine consultant. Must be 21 years or older.
- Take a Staycation
- Donated by Renaissance Chicago Hotel/ Retail Value $1,000
- Why leave Chicago when you can stay and have your own escape? Enjoy a (2) night stay and breakfast for (2) each morning at Great Street at the Renaissance Chicago Hotel.
- Fort Lauderdale Get-Away
- Donated by Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Hotel / Retail value $500
- Enjoy a (2) night stay at the newly renovated hotel. Expires March 1, 2010.
- Free Beach Vacation in Florida
- Donated by ResortQuest / Retail Value $600+
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Enjoy a ResortQuest complimentary three night stay in a two-bedroom condominium in Northwest Florida. Certificate may be redemed in any of the following locations:
- Destin, FL
- Beaches of South Walton, FL
- Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Panama City Beach, FL
- Navarre, FL
- Perdido, FL
- Case of Sonoma Wine
- Donated by Sonoma County Tourism Bureaul / Retail Value $500
- Experience your own piece of Sonoma as you enjoy a case of Sonoma wine. Wines include: MacMurray Ranch—Pinot Noir; Seghesio Family Vineyards—Old Vine Zinfandel; and Ledson Winery & Vineyards—Sauvignon Blanc.
- Executive Suite Stay, Chicago, IL
- Donated by Swissotel / Retail Value $3,200
- Enjoy a (2) night weekend stay in an executive suite at the Swissotel Chicago. The item also includes complimentary parking. Valid until June 30, 2010.
- Techny Towers Treat to Meet
- Donated by Techny Towers Conference and Retreat Center, IL / Retail value $500
- Meet at Techny Towers and we will provide a $500 value to be applied toward a meeting or conference for 10 or more people. The value can be applied towards a meeting room rental which includes coffee and tea service and overnight guestrooms. The value cannot be applied toward food and beverage and will expire June 30, 2010.
- Enjoy the View in California
- Donated by Terranea Resort, Palos Verdes, CA / Retail Value $750
- Destination Hotels is opening the new property Terranea Resort in June 2009. Come experience a (2) night stay in an Ocean View Room in this resort on the coast. Subject to availability. Valid June 15, 2009 to June 15, 2010. Not valid during holidays and blackout dates.
- Arm Candy and Wine
- Donated by Tourisme Montreal & Destination Quebec / Retail value $500
- Enjoy (1) designer BEISO tote bag (limited edition, not available retail) and matching wallet, (3) bottles of Canadian ice wine, a leather notebook, Canadian "diamond" and more!
- Union League Club of Chicago
- Donated by Union League Club of Chicago / Retail value $500
- Enjoy overnight accommodations for (2) for one night. Also included is dinner for (2) in the Wigwam Dining Room where you and a guest are able to enjoy the Chef's Tasting Menu specially prepared by the Club's award-winning chef. Also enjoy with your dinner wine carefully selected by the Club's Maitre d'. The next morning you will enjoy breakfast for (2). Expires April 30, 2010.
- Florida Escape
- Donated by WaterColor Inn & Resort / Retail value $1,365
- Enjoy a (2) night stay at the WaterColor Inn & Resort in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. The stay also includes dinner for two at Fish Out of Water Restaurant.
- Challenge Your Team
- Donated by Windy City Fieldhouse, IL / Retail value $500
- Challenge your team to a scavenger hunt or The Gauntlet and enjoy a 10% discount (max of $500 off) on the event.
- Wisconsin Dells Family Vacation
- Donated by Wisconsin Dells Visitor & Convention Bureau / Retail value $700
Experience the Dells with a $250 Wisconsin Dells Gift Card valid at select restaurants, attractions and hotels (valid until March 2011).
Enjoy a (1) night stay at the Wilderness Resort, valid Monday–Thursday (until February 2010)
- (4) Tickets for the Original Wisconsin Ducks 2009 season
- (4) Tickets for the Tommy Bartlett show 2009 season
- (4) Tickets to Knuckleheads Bowling & Indoor Amusement Park for 2009
- (4) Tickets to Dells Comedy Club 2009 season
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