FAQs
- How can I get involved?
The auction committee needs and appreciates all kinds of help from the Borel community. No matter how much or little help you can give, all is appreciated! Here are some ways you can help:
- Volunteer! Click here or contact us at Auction@borelbobcats.org
- Donate! Click here to donate an in-kind item or service
- Ask friends, family members, or businesses to make donations
- Make a cash donation to help with expenses
- Become a Corporate Sponsor with benefits like logo marketing at the cultural fair event, live auction event, on banners, and online.
- Get ready to Bid online from April 8 to April 15, and have fun!!
- Join us at the live auction event on April 13, 6:00 PM at Beresford Recreation Center for the grand finale!
- I have an idea for an auction item! What are the steps to donate?
Click here to donate. Things to prepare ahead of time are a description of the item or service and a picture of the item or logo that can be used on the website at the auction. Once you’ve submitted your donation, we will reach out to you and figure out how to collect the donation in preparation for delivery to the winner.
- Is our donation tax deductible?
Yes, as the tax laws allow. Borel Middle School PTA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our Tax Exemption ID is 94-2644497. You will receive a letter with acknowledgment of your donation. Please refer to your tax advisor for details.
- When is the live auction event and how to join?
The live auction event is on April 13, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Beresford Recreation Center. Please RSVP here and join us at the live auction event!
- What and when is the online auction?
Bid online here, starting on April 8, 2024, at 9:00 AM and ending on April 15, 2024, at 9:00 PM.
- How do I register so that I can start bidding?
Click the “GET STARTED” link or button on the bidding page here.
- How do I bid on items?
Once you registered and signed in on the bidding page here, click on any of the items to view and bid on them.
- If someone else bids more than me, can I bid again?
Yes, you can bid more until the auction closes.
- Will I be contacted at the end of the auction if I win an item?
Yes, the auction committee will reach out to the winners and let you know how you will receive the item or service promptly.