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FPSA Auction Frequently Asked Questions

On March 27, 2024, FPSA will host the Charity Auction to generate contributions to fund the Giving Back charity efforts sponsored by FPSA’s six Industry Councils. You can click here to view all items donated to the auction. 

FPSA Auction

  1. When will the Auction take place this year?

    The Auction is divided into the Silent Auction and the Live Auction. The Silent Auction will run in person on Wednesday, March 27th, from 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm PT during the Cocktail Reception at the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort in Indian Wells, CA. The Silent Auction Reception is open to all FPSA Executive Exchange & Conference attendees. The Live Auction will follow from 7:45 pm – 10:30 pm PT. The Live Auction Dinner Tickets are $250 and can be purchased on the FPSA Executive Exchange & Conference Registration Form.

  2. Is there a cost to participate in the auction?

    The Silent Auction Reception is open to all Executive Exchange & Conference attendees. The Live Auction Dinner Tickets are $250 and can be purchased on the Executive Exchange & Conference Registration Form.

  3. Do I need to be a member of FPSA to participate in the auction?

    No

  4. What types of items are available to bid on?

    Typical silent auction items include electronics, gift baskets, and travel experiences. Live auction items include advertising/marketing packages from various industry-related publishers and other “must-have” items.

  5. Where do the proceeds of the auction go to?

    Each FPSA Council has its cause that it champions. You can click here to view the various charities and scholarship opportunities that each council supports. 100% of funds raised go to these charitable causes, and each donor of an item chooses which council and its cause to support.

  6. Can I donate an item for the auction?

    Yes, FPSA accepts donated items for the Charity Auction until March 4, 2024. You can click here to fill out the online donation form. Recommended items to donate include:

    • Travel
    • Alcohol (Wine or Beer)
    • Unique Experiences
    • Electronics (Ex. PS5, Nintendo Switch, Ipads, etc.)
    • Tickets-Sports
    • Tickets-Entertainment
    • Dining
    • Food & Gourmet Items
    • Items for Your Pet
    • Memorabilia
    • Collectibles
    • Golf & Sports Gear
    • Art
  7. Are donations tax-deductible?

    All items donated to the MISA Foundation are tax-deductible; all other item donations are not.

  8. If I win an item, when will I get my item?

    We will ship the item you win after payment is collected. Invoices will be sent out after the silent and live auctions are concluded.

 

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