Donating to the Auction

For the auction to be a success, basket variety is key and that’s where we need the community’s help! Physical donations can be dropped off at the back garage door of WAHS on October Mondays between 3pm-5pm; you can also call 608-687-8730 (Bobbi) or 507-450-4735 (Tina) and one of the basket makers would be happy to pick up your contribution at another time. You are welcome to bring donations anytime before November 4th. To be included in printed donor acknowledgements, donations must be received before October 30th.

Thank you so much for your consideration. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

Donate Items to make baskets

You can donate individual items for us to create baskets with; or you can let your creative side run wild and arrange completed baskets! The only things we ask are that items are new and any food-related baskets are non-perishable.

Baskets can span a wide range of themes. Some ideas include:

  • Food & drink: coffees/teas, beer/wine (and glasses), chocolates, nuts, gourmet candy, sausages, crackers, pretzels, etc.

  • Kitchen essentials: utensils, towels, mitts, hot pads, decorative napkins and placemats, new appliances, matching sets

  • Gift cards, certificates, tickets, passes, memberships, experiences

  • Others: sports items, candles, baby items, holiday treasures, bath & body items, pet items, artwork

Make a Monetary Donation

If you want to help out but can't decide which items to give, consider a monetary donation towards the event.

Monetary donations allow us to purchase needed items for the baskets as the preparation continues. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated!

If you mail a monetary donation, make sure to write WTSA (Wine Tasting & Silent Auction) on the envelope.

You can also donate online! Head to our donation page through the button below. After selecting “Make a Donation” and submitting your information, choose “An Affair for the Animals.”