It’s Auction Time!

​The silent auction and gift card raffle returns to Summit in support of the Roger Heacock Scholarship Fund. Now seeking credit union donations! 

by Chesney Garnos, Director of Political & Grassroots Affairs
 
Exciting news! Our silent auction and gift card raffle is back at this year's Summit to support the Roger Heacock Scholarship Fund!
 
You can make a difference in enhancing and advancing our credit union advocacy. Funds raised from the auction and raffle are used to provide financial assistance scholarships to credit union professionals from North and South Dakota who attend the national Governmental Affairs Conference in Washington, DC, and other meetings, such as our fall “Hike the Hill.”
 
Since 2008, 88 scholarships have been awarded for a total of $70,000 allowing many individuals to become more engaged and involved in the credit union movement!
 
We are inviting you to join the Summit silent auction in person or online!
 
You can participate in this year’s silent auction and gift card raffle starting at 8:20 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 16.
 
All bids will be submitted and winners notified through the ClickBid platform.
 
Be sure to register in advance by texting DakCU to 56651 or visit https://dakcu.cbo.io.
You could win some amazing prizes while contributing to a great cause!
 
There is also an opportunity for your credit union to give back! We are now seeking and accepting items for this year’s silent auction!
 
Here are some donation ideas that have proven very popular in the past:

• Premium Beverage Servers: Bartesian cocktails; margarita machines.
• Coffee and Espresso Machines: Nespresso; Keurig; L’OR Barista System.
• Gourmet and Leisure Baskets: Wine packages, theme gift baskets, cookware, grilling accessories.
• Inflatable Movie Screens: outdoor entertainment accessories.
• Sports and Recreation: Golf items, event tickets, tech items.
• Luxury Gifts: Jewelry, watches, handbags, high-end tech items from brands like Apple, Bose, Samsung.
• Gift Cards: Various gift cards/certificates to restaurants, Amazon, Visa cash cards, national chain stores.
• Vacation and Experience Packages: Weekend getaways, spa retreats, hotel stays, tours, unique experiences.

 
If you are donating an item:

• We request donation items be valued at $100+ to sustain our scholarship levels.
• Please bring your donation item(s) to the event for display or provide to our Advocacy Team in advance for optimal showcasing.
• Submit your donation in advance using the easy form found following the link. If you have any issues submitting your donation information online, contact me at [email protected] or 701.250.3928.
• Please submit your donation as soon as possible; but no later than May 6th so we have ample time to prepare and finalize the auction platform. 

 
Important auction details for bidders:

• Donations will be listed here on ClickBid ahead of time.
• All bidders must be located in North or South Dakota to participate.
• Bidders must be at least 21 years of age to bid on items that include alcohol.  

 
For the winners:

• You will receive an automatic notification through ClickBid if you are the high bidder.
• If you are present at the Summit, please retrieve your item(s) in person.
• If you are not at Summit, please arrange for someone from your area to pick up your item(s) or we will contact you to help deliver your donation; shipping fees may apply.

 
We are looking forward to another successful fundraiser at this year’s Annual Summit taking place May 14 – 16 right outside Sioux Falls, SD, at Grand Falls Casino! If you have any questions, please feel reach out to me at [email protected].