Whatever your own BIG Wish may be, there is something for everyone at our live and silent auctions. Check back soon for more of this year's exciting offerings.
Experience "the tradition unlike any other" as next year's champion earns the coveted green jacket. Bask in Augusta's southern hospitality and enjoy an insider's experience at one of the world's most storied courses.
You and your guest will check into the historic Partridge Inn on Friday evening April 8, 2011 for three nights and enjoy a pair of badges for the final two days of The Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia on Saturday and Sunday April 9-10, 2011. Your experience includes valet parking and daily hospitality at The Foundation Club, located within walking distance of the gates of Augusta National and features breakfast, lunch, afternoon hors d'oeuvres, and a premium open bar. To top off your visit, you and your guest may choose to visit the Pro Shop with a pair of Amex Amenity cards valued at $100 each. Round-trip airfare and a full-size car rental by Avis have been included.
This package, destined to turn your Masters weekend into a lifelong memory, has been provided through a wonderful joint donation by Tom Pate, Dave Yankovitz and Todd Cameron.
You and seven guests will enjoy premier seating on the 50-yard line of Ohio Stadium, pre-game sideline passes and photo with Coach Tressel when The Ohio State Buckeyes face off against the Indiana Hoosiers on October 9, 2010. This package includes a private dinner for six guests with Jim and Ellen Tressel at a fine dining restaurant. The winning bidder will arrange dinner based upon Coach Tressel’s schedule.
Special thanks to Jim and Ellen Tressel, Sandy Seago and John D. Lohrman
Up to eight guests will enjoy eights days, seven nights in a two bedroom luxury condominium at the Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort in Orlando, Florida, November 20 - 27. Although the resort is mere minutes from the gates of Walt Disney World, you can enjoy the abundance of activities available on the Bonnet Creek property. Amenities include three outdoor swimming pools, six outdoor hot tubs, two lazy rivers, playground, game room, horseback riding, boating and miniature golf. This family-friendly package includes four Park Hopper passes valid for three days at any Walt Disney World theme park.
This exciting experience has been generously donated by Mike & Tracy Koenig.
Louisville, Kentucky
HullabaLOU Music Festival, planned for July 23 – 25, 2010 at the Churchill Downs Racetrack, will feature 65 artists and affords the highest bidder the chance to see the best in classic rock, country, bluegrass and adult contemporary music. HullabaLOU will have five music stages featuring local, regional, and national talent along with major recording artists on the main stage. HullabaLOU’s lineup includes Jon Bon Jovi, Kenny Chesney, Steve Miller Band, Gladys Knight and many more! This package includes VIP Passes, Backstage Passes and a picture taken in front of the famous Twin Spires on an exclusive balcony overlooking the HullabaLOU Main Stage. This package also includes dinner for two at Morton’s The Steakhouse and two nights at the Galt House.
Special thanks to Churchill Downs Entertainment Group, Morton’s The Steakhouse and Galt House.
The Cavachon gets its name from its mixed heritage- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Bichon Frise. Often referred to as "designer dogs," the Cavachon is a popular companion especially to allergy sufferers because of their low shedding coat. Full grown Cavachons weigh 10-20 pounds and stand 12-13 inches tall. The Cavachon's affectionate and loving personality make them a great family dog. The winning bidder will take home a gentle, intelligent and playful companion who loves to meet new people. This package includes a crate, collar, leash, bedding, toys, food, carrier and more!
This lovable companion is provided through an anonymous donation and package accessories have been generously donated by Petland.
Enjoy the excitement of The Ohio State University Men's Basketball team with the ultimate fan experience. Enjoy four tickets to a 2010-2011 basketball game with Coach Thad Matta's family, the opportunity to participate in a pregame "shoot around" with the team and a behind the scenes tour of Value City Arena. The lucky winner will tour the locker room and cheer on the Buckeyes from the tunnel as they run on to the court! This package also includes dinner for the winning bidder and five guests at Montgomery Inn.
This fabulous OSU basketball fan experience was generously donated by Thad and Barbara Matta and the Montgomery Inn.
Napa Valley, California
Experience the beauty of California’s wine country during a week-long escape to the heart of Napa’s Rutherford Vineyard Region. You and nine guests will spend the week in a brand new home and guest house nestled into the base of the mountain just below the Auberge du Soliel Resort and Spa and across the street from Quintessa Vineyards, with some of the world’s best restaurants just minutes away! More details to come on this wonderful package.
Special thanks to Chris Curry and Destinations by Design.
This package begins with a cosmetics master class featuring Armani Beauty for you and five of your friends. Enjoy a glass of wine and hors d'oeurves from Brio Tuscan Grille while you learn all the newest tips from Saks’ cosmetics artists. Each guest will receive a 15% Saks Fifth Avenue Shopping Pass to use towards that day's purchases. Next, you will receive a $1,000 shopping spree at Saks and be treated to a customized closet makeover including a home visit from one of their expert consultants who will show you how to freshen up the items you love with the season's must-haves. Now, moving on to dinner- Marcella’s Executive Chef will host a 2-hour cooking class for eight followed by a sumptuous dinner that includes the pasta you learned to make and a lovely house wine for 16. After dinner, you and a guest will enjoy a relaxing one night stay at the Hilton Columbus Polaris.
Special thanks to Saks Fifth Avenue, Marcella’s/Cameron Mitchell Restaurants and Hilton Columbus Polaris.
*Marcella’s package available Sunday-Thursday only.
This year is the 50th anniversary of Ohio State’s only NCAA basketball championship team that led the nation averaging 90.4 points per game, still a school record and 20 points higher than the NCAA scoring average. The winning bidder will take home a truly one-of-a-kind basketball autographed by 1960 OSU Championship team members including Hall of Famers John Havlicek and Jerry Lucas, Bobby Knight, Larry Siegfried, Gary Gearhart, Dick Furry, Richie Hoyt, Joe Roberts, Dave Barker, Nelson Miller, Jim Allen, and Howard Nourse; coaches Frank Truitt, Jack Graf, and the late Fred Taylor. This collector’s item comes complete with a protective display case that can be set on a table or hung on a wall.
Special thanks to Jeff Meacham.
Atlanta, Georgia
Established in 1904, East Lake Golf Club is the home course of legendary golfer Bobby Jones and is the oldest golf course in the city of Atlanta. The course has hosted 17 major championships including the 1950 U.S. Women's Amateur, 1963 Ryder Cup, and 2001 U.S. Men's Amateur. In 2005, East Lake was named the permanent home of the PGA Tour Championship. The winning bidder and three guests will fly to Atlanta, Georgia for a two nights stay at the JW Marriott Hotel at Lenox Square. This package includes round-trip airfare for four, two deluxe rooms, car rental, breakfast and more.
Special thanks to Accenture, Tom Pate, JW Marriot Hotels, AirTran Airways and Hertz.
First, take home a legendary electric Squire Bullet Strat guitar featuring a slim basswood body profile, 3 single-coil pickups that deliver classic Strat tone, an easy-playing bolt-on maple neck, and rosewood fingerboard with 21 medium jumbo frets. The tremolo bride arms you for wild note-bending fun. This full-size guitar with a glass finish and chrome tuner will be autographed by Country Music Superstars Rascal Flatts in front of our live audience for the winning bidder.
Then, you and a guest will experience a concert in 2010 during Rascal Flatts’ 10th Year Anniversary Tour. This package includes two tickets and two exclusive meet & greet passes for an upcoming show. The winner may choose one concert date to attend on the band’s 2010 tour excluding Nashville, TN, Lake Tahoe, NV, awards shows, or television shows.
A special thanks to Rascal Flatts and Guitar Center.
2010 BIG Wish Gala Photos
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View photos from the VIP Reception with Rascal Flatts.
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