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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the auction support?

 

Short answer - the Parish school's children.  The auction provides necessary additional revenue to the operating budget of St. Mark.  This school is able to provide a variety of programs and curriculum, plus provide assistance in the form of tuition assistance through prudent management of the budget.  This budget requires supplementing from large fundraisers such as the annual fund and the auction.

 

Who is in charge?

 

God.  oh, you meant the auction?  Ken and Maggie Hemmen are the chairs of the auction this year.

 

What are the goals?

 

Increase attendance to 200+ people, with special emphasis on alumni.

Increase revenue to $80,000

Decrease overall costs and obtain other revenue to cover 95% of costs.

Raise at least $15,000 for a specific fund an item.

 

What can I do to help?

 

Attend (come to the event and bring your friends), assist by procuring items and volunteering, sustain through donations, and be a good steward by promoting the auction and supporting St. Mark

 

Have you asked..?

 

We have a list of businesses which have already been sent a letter or been contacted on the Products page.  You are encouraged to follow up if there is no response indicated by the name. If you have a relationship with a business in any of these areas or categories, PLEASE let us know.  We would love your help in approaching them. 

 

Who should I tell if I have an idea?

Come to an auction meeting (see the calendar of events, or contact Ken or Maggie Hemmen.

 

Why should I help?
St. Mark holds tomorrow's leaders in its classrooms today.  Show our students how much we care about them by supporting their school.

 


Need more information?

Contact the Auction Chairs:

Ken and Maggie Hemmen

Auction@stmss.org

 

 Do you have any procurement tips?
Yes.  Please visit our Products  page for detailed suggestions.
 
Must the items I procure or donate add up to $200 in value?
Families with children in the school are required to procure or donate items adding up to a minimum of $200, with a minimum per value item of $25.  While this might seem daunting at first, it is generally easy to do.  See the Products page for more details. 
 
If I donate one item valued at $200 or more, must I donate a second item?
 We need a wide variety of items to make the auction successful, so we would greatly appreciate a second item!
 

Where do I bring my items after I have procured them?
You may deliver them to the school office during regular office hours   You also may contact one of the auction co-chairs to arrange for delivery to the auction office or a special pick-up if necessary.
 
Are certain items not accepted?

Yes, unfortunately we cannot accept clothing (except baby or logo sweatshirts), used or refurbished items, or anything perishable or requiring special storage (excessive size, temperature, etc.) Please refer to all the rules on the Products page.