F-V Downtown Fundraising Auction: September 2012

Sunday, September 16, 2012

Dick Vitale shows his love for this small town

The legendary Dick Vitale is "Awesome, baby!" He generously donated an autographed copy of his book to the auction for downtown's 2013 auction. Dick Vitale is well-known for his support of nonprofits and important causes such as the V Foundation. He began as an ESPN college basketball analyst back in 1979, after a successful coaching career. We are incredibly appreciative of his support of our efforts to improve our small town and enhance our sense of community.

Get involved and help to improve your community!

There are numerous ways to help downtown. We can all benefit from a thriving downtown area. Increased visibility of local businesses will help money to stay in our local economy. Increased restaurant and retail offerings will provide convenience and fun. Open spaces and parks will help us to all be more active. An improved farmers' market will help us all to be more healthy. Downtown belongs to all of us - residents of Fuquay-Varina and the surrounding communities, neighboring towns, and the greater region, all of which can derive enjoyment from our beautiful downtown and its offerings.

If you are a local individual or family, please consider making a basket to donate to the event. If you are unable to make an auction basket, consider donating an item or a small amount of money that can be pooled with others to purchase a larger item for the auction. For more information on donating money for auction items please click here.

If you are a member of a community or church group, please consider asking your fellow members to come together and create an auction basket or purchase a unique item to be auctioned off. Purchasing items from local merchants has the added benefit of helping the local economy while also contributing to the fundraising event. One local supper club used this idea and pooled their money to purchase a Southern Tides YETI cooler to donate to the event. For more information on donating items to the auction please click here.

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Peter Millar Owner DONATES!

Peter Millar owner donates to the auction!

Chris Knott, pictured above (blue shirt, white pants) graduated from Fuquay-Varina High School in 1983. His journey in the clothing industy STARTED in Fuquay-Varina Downtown at Ashworth's Clothing.

Chris has graciously donated a beautiful Peter Millar shirt to our auction!

Fuquay-Varina Downtown wants to thank Chris for supporting his hometown!

****Visit Ashworth's Clothing to see their extensive line of Peter Millar ****

Read HERE about Chris Knott's local ties

www.petermillar.com

Are you ready for some soccer?

The Carolina RailHawks donated 4 Club level tickets to be auctioned off during A Night at the Dubilier. Only a short drive from Fuquay Varina, WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary hosts the RailHawks' action-packed games. Soccer lovers will enjoy a night of fun, watching an exciting soccer match from great seats. Take a look at some of the highlights from the RailHawks' recent victory over the L.A. Galaxy here. Thank you to the RailHawks for this donation to support our wonderful downtown!

Who doesn't love ARNOLD PALMER?

Golf great Arnold Palmer has donated an autographed photo to our auction. Golf enthusiasts will be thrilled to have a signed photo of one of the all-time best golfers in the world. We are very thankful to Mr. Palmer for this donation.

If you love golf, you will have a lot of great items to bid on during the downtown gala. Packages will include rounds of golf at local courses, mini-golf, and now an Arnold Palmer autograph for you to treasure. These auction items will provide you with all of the practice and inspiration you need to improve your game!

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

F-V Downtown Fundraising Auction's photostream

Aviator Tap House 2011 - Former Train Depot - Timeless Photography

F-V Downtown Fundraising Auction's photostream on Flickr.

Fuquay-Varina Downtown ....
Celebrating our Past, Present and Future!

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

A live auction item that gives you a chance to make a difference...

One way that the Growers Market of Fuquay-Varina has helped the local community is through its support of the Fuquay-Varina Emergency Food Pantry. A recent old-fashioned weenie roast at the market organized by Chef Joseph Fasy raised funds to support the pantry in its efforts to feed families in need throughout our local area.

During our 2013 auction, you will have the chance to bid on naming rights to a food drive to be conducted at the Growers Market in downtown Fuquay on a Saturday in late spring of 2013. The food drive will be publicized locally and online, and individuals visiting the market will be asked to donate food items for the food pantry. The purchase of the naming rights for the 2013 food drive will allow you to promote your company, make your family famous around town, pay tribute to your softball team, or perhaps honor a loved one. (The Fuquay Varina Downtown Association will reserve the right to reject names that may be considered inappropriate/offensive.) Purchasing this auction item will allow you to support not only the FVDA, but also the food pantry, allowing your donation to "double" its benefit to the community.

Monday, September 3, 2012

Even Mickey and Minnie Mouse are supporting Fuquay-Varina...

Thank you to Walt Disney World for a magical donation of 4, 1-day Park Hopper passes. It is wonderful to have such a large, international company supporting our small town in our efforts to improve the community!

The Park Hopper passes will be included in a live auction package at our 2013 auction event. Planning a trip to Cinderella's castle? Join us for the evening and bid on these fantastic tickets that allow you to visit multiple parks in the same day. When you have sufficiently dizzied yourself on the spinning teacups, ride over to Disney's Animal Kingdom for a change of scenery and head out on a safari. Winning this auction item will allow you to experience being a kid again as you experience the magical park that Walt Disney created.

Dog Trotters Supports Downtown!

Dog Trotters Doggy Day Camp & Boarding has generously donated 2 nights of dog boarding to the auction. On January 19th, you can have the chance to win this item as part of an auction package. Leave your pet in the care of this Angier facility that is highly recommended by local dog lovers.

For more information on Dog Trotters, click here.