Oct 12, 2024
The Direction Home Akron Canton Foundation Auction is BACK! Yet again, we've received dozens of unique and high-end donations to our auction, from exclusive golf packages to exclusive local experiences and more. Everyone is welcome to participate in the auction by placing bids on desired items. When the auction closes on October 11th at 10pm, the highest bidders will automatically win their prizes!
How does it work?
- Bidders can make accounts on our secure auction site at any time using the link above.
- To make an account, follow the link and click "request an account." Follow the prompts, and then finish the process by verifying your email address. You will be directed to put in your name, contact information, and initial bid settings.
- When the auction goes live at 7am on October 9th, head over to the auction site to browse and start placing bids.
- There is an "Otto Bid" function that automatically increase your bid each time a competing offer goes in the pool. This is much like eBay's "auto-bid" feature and is a good option if you know you want the prize no matter the price.
- There is no limit to the amount of bids you can place or the amount of items you can bid on.
- Bids will be accepted from 10/9/2024 at 7am thru 10/11/24 at 10pm.
- When the auction concludes, winners will be notified and pick-up information will be sent out by our team.
- ANYONE in Ohio (individuals, organizations, professionals or non-professionals, DHAD staff, the general public) can bid and ANYONE (you) can win! Spread the word to family and friends because some of these prizes would make great gifts for holidays and birthdays... hint, hint....
- We welcome long-distance bids throughout the state but winners will have to arrange a way to pick-up the prize(s).
Where does the money go?
- Since all of our prizes were donated, all proceeds will benefit our Foundation. Since Portage, Stark, Summit, and Wayne counties are four of the 11 Ohio counties without Senior Service Levies, we use Foundation funds to advocate for older adult services and funding throughout our area, state, and at the national level. Just because we don't have levies funding long-term home care services in this region doesn't mean the services aren't desperately needed. All older adults, regardless of income, should be able to reach their long-term care goals.
Is the Direction Home Foundation Auction the same as the Foundation Raffle?
- While the proceeds from the auction also benefit the Foundation, these are two separate fundraising opportunities. Raffle tickets can be purchased here, or raffle donations can be made here.