This is by no means an exclusive list, but it’s a helpful start. Consider sharing this list with your volunteer committee so that they have some ideas to use when they solicit donations of auction baskets.
- Chocolate Lover!
- Pizza Party: pasta, strainer, sauces, pizza ingredients, pizza pan
- Fiesta: package everything in a pretty bowl. salsa, tortilla chips, lime juicer, margarita mix and glasses
- Ice Cream Social: ice cream toppings, scooper, cones, brownie mix, candies
- Coffee Enthusiast: k-cups, coffee mug, syrups, Starbucks gift card
- BBQ Deliciousness: variety of marinades, skewer sticks, sauces, spices, rubs, grilling tools, gift card to meat market
- Gardening Gift: package it all in a flower pot. seeds, herbs, little shovel, garden markers, wind chimes
- Happy Hunter: hand warmers, beef jerky, orange hat, wool socks, Bass Pro Shop gift card
- Try Your Luck: Lottery tickets
- Eat Local: small gift cards to local restaurants or chain restaurants
- Tee Time: bucket full of golf balls, golf tees, club cover, golf umbrella
- Summer Sun: sunscreen, frisbees, bubbles, sidewalk chalk, slip n slide, squirt guns, plastic sunglasses
- Pool Party: package everything in a beach bag. rafts, blow up toys, beach towels
- Tailgate: package everything in a cooler. drink coozies, snacks, paper plates, foam fingers, yard games
- Camping Kit: s’mores ingredients, s’mores sticks, folding chairs, bug spray
- Dog Lover: dog bones, treats, toys, gift certificate to groomer
- It’s a Wrap: wrapping paper, tissue paper, gift bags for different holidays
- Party Time: pick a color theme or two and get paper plates, napkins, plastic cups, straws, streamers, toothpicks, plastic silverware
- Picnic Basket: package in a basket with a handle. plastic wine glasses, picnic blanket, gourmet snacks
- Spa Day: gift card to a local spa, lotions, bath salts, facial masks
- Athletic Accessories: gummy bears, sports drinks, protein bars, foam roller, water bottle, headband, compression socks, massage gift card