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What are the participation requirements for DPNS Families?
How do I sign up for an auction job?
Where do I drop off my donation?
I am donating a service - what do I do?
I am making a financial donation in lieu of an item/service. What do I do?
Are there any restrictions on what I donate?
Where do I buy tickets? How do I RSVP?
I have friends and family I want to invite. How do they get tickets?
How much will the auction ticket cost and what is included?
Are children welcome?
How do I bid in the silent auction?
How do I bid in the live auction?
What is "Fund-An-Item"?
When does bidding end? How will I know if I won something in the silent auction?
Can I pay with a credit card?
How do I pay for my winnings?
Do I have to take my item home that night?
When is the Raffle Drawing?
When will the raffle tickets be available?
When are the raffle tickets due back and where do I put them?
Can I buy raffle tickets after March 1st or at the Auction?
Definition of a raffle ticket stub?
Is there an incentive to sell the raffle tickets?
Why are there auction requirements?
What are session gifts/donations?
What are playgroup session gifts/donations?
Don't see your question here?
Contact an Auction Coordinator
dpnsauction@yahoo.com
What are the participation requirements for DPNS Families? Each DPNS family is required to a make a donation to the auction. The item/service donated should be worth a minimum of approximately $50.00. Of course, donation of an item/service having a higher value is always welcome and helpful to our school! DPNS families are also required to complete one volunteer auction job. For listings of suggested donations and volunteer opportunities see the DONATION IDEAS and AUCTION JOBS pages. top
What are the participation requirements for DPNS Families?
How do I sign up for an auction job?
Where do I drop off my donation?
I am donating a service - what do I do?
I am making a financial donation in lieu of an item/service. What do I do?
Are there any restrictions on what I donate?
Where do I buy tickets? How do I RSVP?
I have friends and family I want to invite. How do they get tickets?
How much will the auction ticket cost and what is included?
Are children welcome?
How do I bid in the silent auction?
How do I bid in the live auction?
What is "Fund-An-Item"?
When does bidding end? How will I know if I won something in the silent auction?
Can I pay with a credit card?
How do I pay for my winnings?
Do I have to take my item home that night?
When is the Raffle Drawing?
When will the raffle tickets be available?
When are the raffle tickets due back and where do I put them?
Can I buy raffle tickets after March 1st or at the Auction?
Definition of a raffle ticket stub?
Is there an incentive to sell the raffle tickets?
Why are there auction requirements?
What are session gifts/donations?
What are playgroup session gifts/donations?
Don't see your question here?
Contact an Auction Coordinator
dpnsauction@yahoo.com
What are the participation requirements for DPNS Families? Each DPNS family is required to a make a donation to the auction. The item/service donated should be worth a minimum of approximately $50.00. Of course, donation of an item/service having a higher value is always welcome and helpful to our school! DPNS families are also required to complete one volunteer auction job. For listings of suggested donations and volunteer opportunities see the DONATION IDEAS and AUCTION JOBS pages. top
How do I sign up for an auction job? Auction jobs will be posted on January 5th, 2011. Sign-up for jobs is on Thursday, January 12, 2011, at 7:00 AM. Please review auction jobs and send an email to the job coordinator (TBD) on or after 7:00 AM on Thursday, January 12th (first come, first served!). If you need further clarification about the jobs please email the auction coordinators at dpnsauction@yahoo.com top
Where do I drop off my donation? The donation drop-off is Saturday, March 3, 2011, from 11 AM until 3 PM at 8th Street. Please enter your donation information online on the MAKE A DONATION page by February 11, 2011, 5 PM, in order for the item to be cataloged; then bring your donation item to the drop off day. Families unable to drop off their donation on this day should contact their Session Representative to make alternative arrangements. top
Where do I drop off my donation? The donation drop-off is Saturday, March 3, 2011, from 11 AM until 3 PM at 8th Street. Please enter your donation information online on the MAKE A DONATION page by February 11, 2011, 5 PM, in order for the item to be cataloged; then bring your donation item to the drop off day. Families unable to drop off their donation on this day should contact their Session Representative to make alternative arrangements. top
I am donating a service - what do I do? Please enter a description of your service donation online on the MAKE A DONATION page. Please make a gift certificate, which includes a description of the service, your contact information, and all pertinent details such as any restrictions and/or expiration dates. You may either put the gift certificate into the auction mailbox located at the 8th St site prior to March 6th or bring it to the drop-off day. top
I am making a financial donation in lieu of an item/service. What do I do? Input your donation on the MAKE A DONATION page. You may either place your donation into the auction mailbox (no cash please) located at the 8th St site prior to March 6th or bring it to the drop-off day. top
Are there any restrictions on what I donate? If donating a tangible item we ask that you donate only new items in their original packaging with tags attached. While an item such as a gently used baby crib may be of value to someone, it is best to donate items such as these to the annual rummage sale. We cannot accept food or other perishable items at the drop-off day. For ideas, please visit the DONATION IDEAS page or browse last year's Auction Catalog {PDF 48 pages, 2 mb} top
Where do I buy tickets? How do I RSVP? This year, an Evite will be sent out to families by email about 1 month prior to the auction. Please RSVP to the Evite Invitation. DPNS families can also RSVP at their school site. On your session's bulletin board, you will find a manila envelope with a class list. Put checks or money orders, payable to DPNS (no cash please) in the envelope and indicate on the class list the number of people attending, the check amount, as well as meal preference for every attendee. Tickets will also be sold at the door, but in order for us to make sure that there is enough food and drink for all we ask that you RSVP in advance when possible. top
Are there any restrictions on what I donate? If donating a tangible item we ask that you donate only new items in their original packaging with tags attached. While an item such as a gently used baby crib may be of value to someone, it is best to donate items such as these to the annual rummage sale. We cannot accept food or other perishable items at the drop-off day. For ideas, please visit the DONATION IDEAS page or browse last year's Auction Catalog {PDF 48 pages, 2 mb} top
Where do I buy tickets? How do I RSVP? This year, an Evite will be sent out to families by email about 1 month prior to the auction. Please RSVP to the Evite Invitation. DPNS families can also RSVP at their school site. On your session's bulletin board, you will find a manila envelope with a class list. Put checks or money orders, payable to DPNS (no cash please) in the envelope and indicate on the class list the number of people attending, the check amount, as well as meal preference for every attendee. Tickets will also be sold at the door, but in order for us to make sure that there is enough food and drink for all we ask that you RSVP in advance when possible. top
I have friends and family I want to invite. How do they get tickets? You can RSVP for your friends by putting an envelope in your session RSVP envelope with their names and their money/checks. Or you/they may email an auction coordinator at dpnsauction@yahoo.com to RSVP. Please note that separate RSVPs will be assigned a separate bidder number and attendees must be at least 21 years old. top
How much will the auction ticket cost and what is included? Your ticket donation for this wonderful community building and fundraising event includes dinner, wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages (all in a fun night out!). The price is 25.00 per ticket until March 23rd, and 35.00 per ticket thereafter. top
Are children welcome? This is an adult only function (so book your favorite babysitter ASAP!). Due to the wine and beer service, guests need to be over 21 years of age. Nursing infants are welcome. top
How do I bid in the silent auction? Silent auction items will be grouped by approximate value and arranged by catalogue item number. Bid sheets will be preprinted with the starting bid and bid increments. All you have to do is write your bidder number next to the amount you want to bid. top
How do I bid in the live auction? When you check-in you will receive a bidder number. When you wish to bid during the live auction, hold your bid card up high with your bidder number showing and your bid will be recorded. Bidding continues until the auctioneer announces the item is sold. top
What is "Fund-An-Item"? This event is a great way to contribute towards enrichment needs for both Danbury and E. 8th Street sites. In the past directors have identified co-operative construction toys, play furniture and media equipment as items that would enhance the schools' programs. The auctioneer will announce the Fund an Item drive during the live auction. He will request those individuals who would like to pledge a certain amount to hold up their bid cards when that particular amount is announced. The amount you pledge will be added to your invoice. You may hold up your card as many times as you like! Remember the kids benefit directly from this event. top
When does bidding end? How will I know if I won something in the silent auction? The silent auction tables will begin closing at designated times prior to dinner and the start of the live auction. Copies of bid sheets will remain on the tables after the auction closes. The winning bid will be circled. top
Can I pay with a credit card? Yes! We accept VISA and MasterCard as well as personal checks and cash. top
How do I pay for my winnings? You purchase live and silent auction items in the same way - at the end of the evening in the lobby at the cashier's station. top
Do I have to take my item home that night? Yes, all items need to be removed from the facility the night of the event. So please preview your auction catalog in advance for any oversized item you would like to bid on, and come prepared to transport it home. However, if a larger vehicle isn't available to you, we may have a transport person available. Currently we have one volunteer with a pick-up truck to assist with transporting heavy, oversized items. So if you see something you really must have, bid on it. If you win, let the cashier know that you need help transporting it. They will put you in contact with a committee member who will be standing by to discuss your personal delivery needs such as the distance it has to travel, size, weight, when you have to have it, etc. Storage and/or delivery of unclaimed items are the risk and the expense of the purchaser. top
When is the Raffle Drawing? The raffle winners will be announced after the Live Auction. You do not need to be present to win. top
When will the raffle tickets be available? (for more info, see the RAFFLE page). Raffle tickets will be available during the third week of February which is five weeks before the auction. Ten raffle tickets will be distributed to every preschool and playgroup family during that week. More tickets are available on request. Stay on the lookout for a reminder email with all the details during the first week of February. top
Are children welcome? This is an adult only function (so book your favorite babysitter ASAP!). Due to the wine and beer service, guests need to be over 21 years of age. Nursing infants are welcome. top
How do I bid in the silent auction? Silent auction items will be grouped by approximate value and arranged by catalogue item number. Bid sheets will be preprinted with the starting bid and bid increments. All you have to do is write your bidder number next to the amount you want to bid. top
How do I bid in the live auction? When you check-in you will receive a bidder number. When you wish to bid during the live auction, hold your bid card up high with your bidder number showing and your bid will be recorded. Bidding continues until the auctioneer announces the item is sold. top
What is "Fund-An-Item"? This event is a great way to contribute towards enrichment needs for both Danbury and E. 8th Street sites. In the past directors have identified co-operative construction toys, play furniture and media equipment as items that would enhance the schools' programs. The auctioneer will announce the Fund an Item drive during the live auction. He will request those individuals who would like to pledge a certain amount to hold up their bid cards when that particular amount is announced. The amount you pledge will be added to your invoice. You may hold up your card as many times as you like! Remember the kids benefit directly from this event. top
When does bidding end? How will I know if I won something in the silent auction? The silent auction tables will begin closing at designated times prior to dinner and the start of the live auction. Copies of bid sheets will remain on the tables after the auction closes. The winning bid will be circled. top
Can I pay with a credit card? Yes! We accept VISA and MasterCard as well as personal checks and cash. top
How do I pay for my winnings? You purchase live and silent auction items in the same way - at the end of the evening in the lobby at the cashier's station. top
Do I have to take my item home that night? Yes, all items need to be removed from the facility the night of the event. So please preview your auction catalog in advance for any oversized item you would like to bid on, and come prepared to transport it home. However, if a larger vehicle isn't available to you, we may have a transport person available. Currently we have one volunteer with a pick-up truck to assist with transporting heavy, oversized items. So if you see something you really must have, bid on it. If you win, let the cashier know that you need help transporting it. They will put you in contact with a committee member who will be standing by to discuss your personal delivery needs such as the distance it has to travel, size, weight, when you have to have it, etc. Storage and/or delivery of unclaimed items are the risk and the expense of the purchaser. top
When is the Raffle Drawing? The raffle winners will be announced after the Live Auction. You do not need to be present to win. top
When will the raffle tickets be available? (for more info, see the RAFFLE page). Raffle tickets will be available during the third week of February which is five weeks before the auction. Ten raffle tickets will be distributed to every preschool and playgroup family during that week. More tickets are available on request. Stay on the lookout for a reminder email with all the details during the first week of February. top
When are the raffle tickets due back and where do I put them? Turn in your ticket stubs and money at each site into a shoebox decorated and marked as raffle donations. The deadline to be included in the raffle and to qualify as one of the top three sellers will be on Friday, March 24th by 8pm. top
Can I buy raffle tickets after March 1st or at the Auction? Yes! Absolutely! Our deadline of March 24th is to give us time to record the majority of the ticket number information. HOWEVER, you are welcome to sell/buy MORE tickets up until the auction. top
Definition of a raffle ticket stub?The raffle ticket has two parts, one is a stub where the contact information is written and given back to the raffle seller to put in the "hat" for the drawing. The raffle ticket is what the buyer keeps and brings to the auction, to help identify him/her in case they are a raffle winner. top
Is there an incentive to sell the raffle tickets? Absolutely, the top sellers receive:
• 1st place: April tuition free for one child and 25 raffle tickets
• 2nd place: 25 raffle tickets
Plus, you may have sold one of the winning tickets or possibly, you bought your own ticket and won one of the prizes! top
Why are there auction requirements? The auction is our most important DPNS fundraising event. With funding sources in jeopardy its continued success is critical to the operation of DPNS. In the spirit of a cooperative venture, the participation of all our families is crucial to the auction’s success. top
What are session gifts/donations? Each session is responsible for making a class donation to the auction. The children in each session must be able to participate in the making. For example, they may paint it, mold it, cut-it, put their hands and/or feet prints in it, etc. You get the idea! The session representative will organize the production and the session families will fund the project accordingly. top
What are playgroup session gifts/donations? Traditionally, playgroup families have contributed baby items such as toys and books to a gift basket that is donated to the silent auction. top
We are working hard to create a fun event that to help all DPNS families; we hope to see you all there!
Can I buy raffle tickets after March 1st or at the Auction? Yes! Absolutely! Our deadline of March 24th is to give us time to record the majority of the ticket number information. HOWEVER, you are welcome to sell/buy MORE tickets up until the auction. top
Definition of a raffle ticket stub?The raffle ticket has two parts, one is a stub where the contact information is written and given back to the raffle seller to put in the "hat" for the drawing. The raffle ticket is what the buyer keeps and brings to the auction, to help identify him/her in case they are a raffle winner. top
Is there an incentive to sell the raffle tickets? Absolutely, the top sellers receive:
• 1st place: April tuition free for one child and 25 raffle tickets
• 2nd place: 25 raffle tickets
Plus, you may have sold one of the winning tickets or possibly, you bought your own ticket and won one of the prizes! top
Why are there auction requirements? The auction is our most important DPNS fundraising event. With funding sources in jeopardy its continued success is critical to the operation of DPNS. In the spirit of a cooperative venture, the participation of all our families is crucial to the auction’s success. top
What are session gifts/donations? Each session is responsible for making a class donation to the auction. The children in each session must be able to participate in the making. For example, they may paint it, mold it, cut-it, put their hands and/or feet prints in it, etc. You get the idea! The session representative will organize the production and the session families will fund the project accordingly. top
What are playgroup session gifts/donations? Traditionally, playgroup families have contributed baby items such as toys and books to a gift basket that is donated to the silent auction. top
We are working hard to create a fun event that to help all DPNS families; we hope to see you all there!
