Rotary Big Impact Auction--first year

Rotary Club of Thomasville hosted our inaugural Big Impact Online Auction to raise funds for our free fresh produce markets, resource fairs, vegetable grow bag drops, and other Big Impact products aimed at improving the health and prosperity of our community over the long term. Members donated or solicited the donation of more than 50 high end auction items including vacation stays, outdoor experiences, jewelry, furniture, and much more. Wiregrass Auction hosted our auction at no cost and the community and area participation was outstanding. The auction finale/holiday party was a wonderful social gathering for our members, spouses and friends with 90 attending. As the excitement built for the closing of online bids, Wiregrass auctioneer offered three special high end items for live bids. Total proceeds for the auction were $31,000 with net profit of more than $25,000. The auction broadened our reach into the community as businesses and individuals new to Rotary donated auction items to support the club's Big Impact projects.  A valuable new partnership was formed with Wiregrass Auction and their team members.