Online Auction Donations

Promote your Brand, Assist the Industry & Get a Tax Write-Off
Each year, the Wisconsin Restaurant Association Education Foundation (WRA EF) hosts an Online Auction to benefit scholarship and education programs.

Why online?  The auction’s online format makes it quick to donate, easy to bid, and gets more attention from a nationwide audience.  The online format offers more exposure for donors with expanded marketing efforts and nationwide promotion on www.biddingforgood.com, the a premier website for non-profit auctions.

In 2010, online bidding will open one week prior to the show on March 1, 2010 and will close on March 22, 2010.  And, the auction will be prominently showcased in the high-traffic Wisconsin Restaurant Association booth, right on the show floor for all three days!

Benefits of Donating
Monies raised at the Online Auction benefit Education Foundation programs, which aid in the promotion of foodservice as a professional career.  Last year, the generosity of our contributors raised over $12,000.  We invite you to help tomorrow’s foodservice professionals by donating to the Online Auction. 

Acknowledgement of your donation will appear on the national Bidding for Good website at www.wirestaurant.cmarket.com and on Wisconsin Restaurant Expo materials both before and during the show.  Donated items will be on display and up for bid March 1-22, 2010.  And, a donation to the Online Auction is tax deductible as a charitable contribution to the Education Foundation for federal tax purposes.

By participating in this program, you’ll market your brand in a unique way and create a positive image for your company. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Donation Suggestions
Silent Auction visitors bid on a wide variety of unique and valuable items to benefit scholarship and mentoring programs for foodservice students through the Wisconsin Restaurant Association Education Foundation.  There’s something for everyone!

A minimum suggested retail value of $50 is requested.  Trips, hotel stays, and gift certificates should be valid beginning March 22, 2010.  Items should be of interest to foodservice and hospitality industry lovers everywhere!

Among donations received last year were:

• Specialty food & beverages
• Hotel & resort stays
• Vacation & dinner cruises
• Golf packages
• Event tickets
• Autographed memorabilia
• Gift certificates

Promote your company’s name and help promote the industry’s future by donating a good or service to the 2010 Online Auction!

To Donate
Donating items for the Online Auction is quick and easy.  Visit the auction website at www.wirestaurant.cmarket.com for online submissions or use the Online Auction Donation Form (PDF).

All donations should be submitted by February 24, 2010 to:
Carrianne Wolfe
Wisconsin Restaurant Association
2801 Fish Hatchery Rd
Madison, WI  53713