Auction Items
Item #2
Custom Framed Family Portrait
A custom framed and mounted 11”x14” multi-generational family portrait taken by award winning photographer Katy Tartakoff. The total size of the photo and frame is approximately 16”x20”. Create a lasting legacy of you and your family with a photograph that will stand the test of time. Katy’s portraits never lose their luster, or their power, they are the gifts that keep on giving. They are gifts you will cherish.
Donated by Katy Tartakoff
Item #3
Space & Science Enthusiast Package
Four Tickets to Denver Museum of Nature and Science and Fiske Planetarium tickets, plus a Travel Scope 70 Portable Telescope
A perfect package for space and science adventurers: four tickets to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and four admissions to the Fiske Planetarium at CU Boulder. Enjoy stunning 8K visuals, immersive sound, and a breathtaking dome experience with millions of stars. Plus, take home a Travel Scope 70 portable telescope to explore the night sky yourself.
Donated by Sue Krause and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science
Custom Framed Family Portrait
Item #4
NexGrill 5 Burner Gas Grill and Gourmet Basket
Fire up your backyard with this ultimate BBQ basket! It features a powerful NexGrill 5-Burner Gas Grill plus a selection of grilling essentials from Lazy Butcher—everything you need for an unforgettable cookout.
Donated by Home Depot, Carmen Elam Coldwell Banker Realty, and The Lazy Butcher
Item #5
Cat Extravaganza Package
Spoil your feline friend with this all-in-one Cat Extravaganza Package from Chow Down! This bundle includes an EZ Mount Penthouse, feeding and food storage essentials, scratching posts, a convertible car scratcher/bed, plus a variety of toys, food, and treats. Perfect for keeping your cat happy, entertained, and well-fed—don’t miss your chance to bid on this purr-fect package!
Donated by Chow Down
Item #6
Doggie Day Care & Hikes
Bid on the ultimate adventure for your pup! The winner will receive 3 mountain hikes with Hike Doggie, Denver’s premier small-group dog hiking experience. Plus, 10 day - full day daycare package at Bergen Bark Inn, a spacious, all-inclusive pet resort that offers everything your pet could ever need.
Donated by Bergen Bark Inn and Hike Doggie
Item #7
Oil Painting by Paul Thisted
A tranquil ranch sitting near a Cottonwood Stream. Oil on Canvas 20x16 art piece by Paul Thisted. Paul is a local artist who captures images with his own sketches and photography and transforms them into oil paintings.He is inspired by the beauty, stories, and colors of the American West.
Donated by Paul Thisted
Item #8
Secrets of the Museum Package
Enjoy a rare behind-the-scenes tour of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science with renowned paleontologist Dr. David Krause. You and up to 12 guests will explore incredible fossil discoveries—from local dinosaurs to Ice Age giants and unique species from Madagascar—while visiting labs and learning how fossils are studied. This unforgettable 90-minute experience is a must for any fossil enthusiast!
Donated by David Krause and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science
Item #9
Private Ski Lesson for Eight
Ski lesson with Craig Hopkins certified ski instructor for 2026 / 2027 season. Ideal for beginner to intermediate skiers. Learn how to ski or improve your ability. Learn how to ski moguls. Available for Breckenridge, Keystone or Arapahoe Basin ski areas. Kids under 8 would need to be accompanied by an adult. The group can be up to 8 but with that large a group you should have similar ability. Lift ticket and rental gear not included.
Donated by Craig Hopkins
Item #10
Private Golf Experience for Four
Enjoy an unforgettable day at Red Rocks Country Club, one of Colorado’s most scene and exclusive private clubs, nested in the foothills of Morrison. The experience includes a round of golf for four on our beautifully maintained course, surrounded by breathtaking red rock formations and panoramic mountain views.
Donated by Red Rocks Country Club and Jodi Dolph Keller Williams Foothills Realty
Item #11
Winter Park Getaway
Enjoy a mountain getaway in a cozy 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in Fraser—just minutes from Winter Park! This spacious unit sleeps up to 8 and features a full kitchen, free WiFi, and is dog-friendly. Guests can relax with clubhouse amenities including a pool, hot tub, fitness center, and more. Located just 10 minutes from the slopes and 5 minutes from shopping and dining, it’s the perfect base for any season. Choose a 2-night weekend or 3-night midweek stay with flexible booking (excluding July 4th and Christmas weeks).
Donated by The Cleveland Family
Item #12
A Taste of Rome for 10
Chef Francesca will prepare a multi-course dinner of authentic dishes of Rome, Italy live in the home of the winner. Paired wines are included and guests are encouraged to watch and interact with the cooking. Dinner includes an antipasto, a Primo course of Pasta all Gricia, a Secondo of Chicken Saltimbocca, a vegetable bourse and an iconic cheesecake from the Jewish Ghetto.
Donated by Castles and Kitchens
