ST. CLOUD, Minn. – The biggest fundraiser of the year for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota is officially under way.
The 2023 Big Auction kicked off at 10 a.m. Friday, April 28. The online silent auction runs through Friday, May 5, with bidding scheduled to end at 8 p.m. that day. The auction and all items are available to be viewed at https://thebigauction.givesmart.com/.
This year’s auction features a variety of items including tickets to Minnesota Twins game, a suite at a Timberwolves game, a seven-day rental of an RV from Pleasureland R.V., two watches from D.J. Bitzan, handmade quilts, gift certificates from golf courses around the area, baskets of handmade treats and more.
All proceeds from the online auction stay with BBBS of Central Minnesota to help support youth in the area. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota provides mentoring services at no cost to families, youth, and mentors, so the proceeds help ensure that both mentors and mentees have the support they need throughout their match.
The Presenting Sponor for the 2023 Big Auction is Marco. Media sponsors are LOCALiQ, Leighton Broadcasting, Lamar, and Diversified Media Resources.
Registration for The Big Auction is free. Users can sign up and bid at https://thebigauction.givesmart.com/.
