2025 FUNdraiser
The Philanthropy Team and Getaway Planning Team have been busy planning the 2025 Getaway FUNdraiser. We are seeking exciting and fun experiences and items for our Silent Auction, Live Auction, and Fixed Price Items. All items will be available on our OneCause Getaway Platform.
Donate an item for the Silent Auction, Live Auction, or for Fixed Price Items
Live Auction: We are looking for all types of items such as vacation homes, game tickets, special experiences for a couple or for friends, or the sharing of a special activity in your home. Do you have a connection with a store manager or owner that can provide us with a fun or desired item like an electronic device or even an iPad? Help us make this the best Live Auction ever!
Fixed Price Items: This is your chance to share that special skill or hidden talent with your FAUSA family. Be creative and meet new FAUSA members at the same time! Perhaps you can share a talent or skill in an activity such as exercise, cooking, or music? Here are a few ideas that can be offered through Zoom or held in your Metro Area – you name the price!
- Cooking classes and sharing favorite recipes (a favorite, and will be offered at a set price of $25)
- Hosting a theme party like a fun cocktail & appetizer get-together, or a game evening
- Sharing painting, knitting, sewing and other craft skills
- Preparing your favorite meal for a small group
- Coaching on topics from professional to personal to beauty
- Outdoor activities from gardening, hiking, to bee-keeping
- Yoga, tai chi or other group exercise
- Virtual tours of countries or other places
- And the list goes on….
The donor sets the date, time, and number of attendees IN ADVANCE; this should occur within one year of the auction. Zoom links are available through the FAUSA activities director. Note that the activities may take place throughout the year following the Getaway so participants will have something to look forward to going into 2026.
Silent Auction: Wanted! Donations for our online Silent Auction catalog! Popular items include food products, wine, collections of local goodies from your home area, jewelry, purses, items for men (no wallets or ties, please), kitchen & household items, one-of-a-kind specialties, and gift certificates.
Can your metro area or activity group take an active part in our silent and/or live auctions? Just make a donation from a local establishment or gift certificate, or maybe a special grouping, and fill out the donation form. Specialize your items by placing in a fun bag or basket!
We are also excited to announce the return of our popular Book Fairy in our Silent Auction. Just fill out this special Book Fairy form to donate a new or used book in good condition. See more information below.
This is a great way for you to participate even if you cannot attend the Getaway.
Just imagine what you can donate!
Remember, we are virtual and new items will be appearing regularly. So use this easy donation form to help FAUSA and donate to our auctions and fixed items with various articles, experiences, and special getaways! Follow these simple instructions to be sure your item is a winner!
How To Donate Items For Our Getaway
Silent Auction, Live Auction, And Fixed Price Experiences!
Click on this link or use your phone camera on this QR code to find our donation form for the Getaway auctions and experiences.
LIVE AND SILENT AUCTION DONATIONS:
- Open form via link or QR code, or from the Drop-Down on the left side of the OneCause Getaway Platform: complete the information
- Drag or upload a picture of your item directly onto the form. You may add up to three pictures of your item.
- Please bring your item(s) to the Getaway and give to the auction committee during check-in. If you are able to attend the Getaway, try to send your item with a friend or contact Sue Frick for the best way to get your item to the auction. Items present at the Getaway sell better than those with descriptions only.
- On the form, there is a question: “How will you get the item to FAUSA?”, please choose
- “I will drop this item off,” OR
- This item will need a certificate created by FAUSA. May include gift certificates, travel, etc.
- Other – Complete this box if you are not bringing your item. If you plan to mail the item to the recipient, mention if you will pay for shipping or if you expect the recipient to pay.
- PLEASE NOTE: We will NOT be able to pick up your item.
- And now press, SUBMIT.
FIXED ITEMS:
- These include talents & experiences such as cooking classes, lectures, exercise opportunities, Craft Lessons, etc.)
- Open form via link or QR code and complete information
- Include in your description the date, time, and the number of attendees for the performance of the talent; this should occur within one year of the auction. Please note the activities may take place throughout the year so participants will have something to look forward to going forward into 2026.
- Please send pictures to Sue. Only one picture can be used for Fixed Items. This year the cooking classes will be $25. The price for other experiences are up to you.
BOOK FAIRY DONATIONS:
- Open link via the Book Fairy Form and complete.
- DO NOT bring books to the Getaway.
- After the auction, you will receive the name of the winning recipient
- Please send via mail (Book Rate Mail advised) to the recipient during the month after the Getaway.
- Just an Idea! You can even choose your book from Amazon and drop ship it to your recipient!!
Remember that the money raised from our Getaway supports FAUSA and our philanthropic projects such as the Annual Grants and the Educational Award that FAUSA sponsors for The FAWCO Foundation (more information is available on our website) and FAWCO’s Target 5 project.
Be sure you are signed onto our OneCause Getaway Platform. You can start making monetary donations for the Getaway, buy Quilt tickets, and see new items as they are added to our auction catalog. New items are being added all the time. Check regularly, BID UP and OFTEN for the items you want! You also have the option to BUY IT NOW!! Text alerts or just watching on your computer and/or phone will be convenient and fun. And of course, the Silent and Live auction items will end Saturday, October 11 with the LIVE auction. If you need more information on how to sign up for Fundraising Platform, see the notes below or contact Sue.
Even if you can’t attend the Getaway this year, we hope that you will take time to check out our new OneCause Getaway Platform and help to raise funds for our future philanthropic endeavors.
FAUSA Quilt Raffle
And don’t forget your quilt tickets.
Don’t miss you chance to win this cozy and stylish handmade quilt put together by Linda Sampson in 2002 while supporting a great cause! This was the very first quilt that was auctioned by FAUSA, and was generously returned to be our Silver Anniversary Raffle by Carol Lalani. Our quilt features twenty-five appliquéd Americana designs in red, white and blue. The back of the quilt is patriotic bunting and includes a label indicating the date of the quilt. This 66” by 66” quilt will add a touch of comfort and elegance to any home. With multiple price tiers, there are options to fit every budget. Don't miss your opportunity to win this unique and one-of-a-kind quilt – get your raffle tickets today and help make a difference for FAUSA! You can purchase your tickets through our OneCause Getaway Platform when you sign up to become a bidder. You can purchase your tickets: 1 for $20, 3 for $55, or 6 for $100. Just click or tap the + sign to add more tickets. For more detailed information on how to purchase your quilt raffle tickets, see the Quilt Fundraiser page in the Getaway section. This is another great way to support FAUSA’s philanthropy program.
