• To gear up and get ready for an evening of fun, check out this page that explains how bidding works on our auction platform.

• For more information on how to bid, watch this video.

• Click here for instructions on how to self check out

TEXT the ITEM NUMBER and AMOUNT to 76278

(e.g., to bid $500 on item 101, text 101 500)

• Browse the Silent Auction and choose from the many great items you would like to bid on.
• Place your bid on a selected item, with the option of setting a maximum bid.
• You will be notified on your smartphone if you have been outbid.

Ticket purchases through the GiveSmart platform are automatically pre-registered for the silent auction, If you purchase a sponsorship or multiple tickets, you will have the opportunity to enter in the names of you guests and their meal selections. This will reserve their guests’ tickets on the guestlist, but their guests will not be pre-registered as their personal information, beyond their name, is not in the system. These guests can register at check-in, or to expedite the check-in process, can pre-register online and participate in pre-bidding.

Pre-registering does not guarantee a guest physical attendance to the event, but pre-registered guests will receive all messaging and be able to bid from home. This is perfect for those who wish to participate in pre-bidding, or are unable to attend our event.

LIVE AUCTION PROCEDURES

Live Auction Items and Paddle Raise

• Placing a Bid - To bid, you must raise your bidding number as the stated bid is announced.
• Winning Bidder - The Auctioneer will acknowledge the winning bidder by his/her bidding number. In case of a dispute, the Auctioneer's decision is final.

Last Hero Standing Game

• The last donation made will be The Last Hero.
• You can donate as often as you want to try and be The Last Hero.
• Donations are $50 each.
• Each time you try, you make another $50 donation.
• The Last Hero wins a $300 gift certificate to the Woolverton Inn, a $100 gift certificate to the Sergeantsville Inn restaurant., and three bottles of Demetria wine with a tasting guide $150.
• The auctioneer will determine and announce the winner.

Item Pick up or Delivery?
After paying for your item(s), you will receive a receipt via email listing the item(s) you purchased; you will also see a PAID stamp on your summary of purchases. If you are at the event, go to reclamation and present your PAID screen, volunteers will collect your winnings for you. If you bid remotely, all winnings can be collected the week following the auction at MPFS. If item shipping is required, the winning bidder incurs shipping costs. 

1. Set up auto bids on each item you are interested in.
2. You can also purchase instant items for sale and make donations.
3. If you'd like to participate in the LIVE auction, contact Cynthia McGoff to have a volunteer bid for you that evening. 

Descriptions - Information concerning items is believed to be reliable. Still, no warranty is made as to the accuracy thereof, and MPFS takes no responsibility for representations made in the text, photographs, or pictures. The online catalog includes full descriptions of auction items. 

Gift Certificates/Services/Vacations - Please read carefully the specifications and limitations stipulated by the donor. Unless otherwise specified, all certificates must be redeemed within one year of the auction date and are not refundable. If not set, the buyer is responsible for contacting the donor to arrange a mutually convenient time/date for redemption; contact the donor as soon as possible to make arrangements. Certificates are not redeemable for cash. 

Sales - All items are sold on an "as is."  All sales are final. No exchanges or refunds. Please note the donor's limitations and specifications. By purchasing, the buyer waives any claims for liability against either MPFS or the donor of the property or services. Neither the school nor the donor is responsible for any personal injuries or damages to property that may result from the use of property or services sold.  

Charitable Contributions - That portion of the payment for an item that exceeds the fair market value of the item may be designated as a charitable contribution for tax purposes. Contact your tax advisor as to the deductibility of individual items.