It’s The Great 2026 Fall Fest & Auction, UUCA!
UUCA Sanctuary | November 14
5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Food. Fun. Friends. And a little friendly competition!
Our church’s biggest fundraiser of the year is more than an auction, it’s an evening to eat, mingle, explore, bid, and have a great time together while supporting UUCA.
The fun starts when the doors open at 5:00 PM! Grab some delicious food prepared by George’s team, get a drink, and start exploring. Auction items and experiences will be displayed throughout the room, so wander the tables, discover your favorites, place your bids, check back to see who’s outbid you, and enjoy a little friendly competition along the way.
You’ll find everything from handcrafted items and gift baskets to getaways, gatherings, local favorites, and one-of-a-kind experiences.
Online bidding stays open throughout the Fall Fest until 7:15 PM, giving you plenty of time to browse, bid, eat, laugh, and connect.
Then at 7:15 PM, attention turns to the Live Auction, where auctioneers Ted Hall and Rev. John take over for a spirited finale featuring some of the evening’s special offerings. Keep an eye out for Charlie and his magic tricks! The celebration continues until 8:30 PM.
The bidding is part of the party from the moment you walk through the doors! So come at 5:00 PM and make a night of it.
Childcare will be provided, so bring the whole family and join us for Food. Fun. Friends…and fundraising that makes a difference.
Fall
Donations Accepted: October 4th -18th
Start thinking now about what you might donate—and what you’d love to bid on! Need and idea? Click here for guidance!
🎃 Click here for the donation form. 🎃
Online Bidding: November 1st – 14th at 7:15 PM
Online Catalog: Coming in November.
Every bid supports the mission and ministries of our church, helping us make a greater impact in our community and beyond. Don’t miss your chance to win amazing items while giving back!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Fall Fest & Live Auction | November 14
5:00 – 8:30 PM
But Why an Auction?
An auction is much more than a fundraiser. While you may already contribute to the church through your pledge, auctions serve a different purpose by fostering a sense of community and shared mission. It’s a way for our congregation to come together, share our talents and treasures, and have a great time while supporting the church we care about. Here’s why the auction works so well:
It raises significant funds for UUCA.
Last year’s auction brought in an incredible $33,000!
There’s something for everyone.
The wide variety of donated items and experiences means that people with different interests and budgets can find something they love.
It brings our community together.
Members can participate by donating an item or experience, bidding, volunteering, or simply showing up and enjoying the evening.
Bidding makes giving exciting.
The friendly competition and suspense of an auction can inspire people to bid higher while having fun at the same time.
It makes giving personal.
Instead of simply writing a check, donors can bid on something meaningful to them—whether it’s an experience, a special item, or a unique opportunity.
It puts our generosity into action.
Every bid and every donation helps support UUCA’s mission and the programs and ministries that make our church community special.
Engagement with Donors.
Auctions can attract new donors who may not regularly contribute, expanding the church’s support base.
Most importantly, it’s FUN!
Lively bidding, entertaining auctioneers, great food, magic, laughter, and friendly competition make this a fundraiser unlike any other.
So mark your calendars for November 14, start watching the auction catalog when online bidding opens on November 1, and get ready to bid, laugh, eat, and celebrate with your UUCA community.
Come for the food. Stay for the fun. Bid for a good cause!
The UUCA community would like to thank the 2026 Fall Fest & Auction chairwoman, Patti Patterson, and all those who serve on the FUNdraising committee. The FUNdraising Committee is so excited about this opportunity to have fun and support the church’s budget all at the same time. PLEASE JOIN US!!