A Night to Remember: Meals on Wheels Sweetheart Gala in Greenville, SC
Our recent trip to the Sweetheart Gala in Greenville, SC was an absolute blast!
Picture this: guests decked out to the nine’s walking into the Greenville Convention Center. There was a silent auction that had us bidding like pros, and the chance to snag some bling from Diamonds Direct – all for a good cause. And let me tell you, it was a night to remember.
Erin interviews the winner of the “Cut the Line Cup.”
As we walked into the venue, the energy was electric. The silent auction was a treasure trove of spa packages, purses, alcohol, food, artwork, a cool bike and much more!
And the live auction was even better! Clemson tickets? Check. Zach Bryan concert tickets? Double-check. And hold on to your hats – we sold not one, but NINE trips to Mexico! It was a bidding war, and we were loving every minute of it.
But here's the kicker – it wasn't just about the glitz and glam. The Sweetheart Gala had a heart as big as the state of South Carolina. The whole point was to raise money for Meals on Wheels, the folks who go above and beyond to deliver warm, hearty meals to those who need it most. Now that's a cause worth raising your bid card for!
Event emcee Jamarcus Gaston takes the stage with fundraising auctioneer Erin Kienzle.
But perhaps what seemed to be the most fun for the guests was the blinky ring game. You could snag one of these flashy rings, and then it was time for a game of heads or tails. The stakes? Winning a jaw-dropping piece of jewelry from Diamonds Direct. It was like playing a game show, but with the added bonus of looking fabulous in a blinky ring. Who could resist?
As Giving4Good, we were pumped to be part of an event that wasn't just about having a good time but making a difference too. Seeing the community come together for a night of fun, all while supporting a cause like Meals on Wheels, was heartwarming. This is why we are fundraising auctioneers. This is our mission, and this is what we do.
Looking ahead, we can’t wait to be back for the Sweetheart Gala in 2025 in Greenville, SC, and we hope to do more events in the upstate. The folks there know how to throw a party with a purpose, and we're here for it.
In a world that can sometimes feel a bit too rushed and chaotic, events like the Sweetheart Gala remind us that we can make a positive impact.
It's not just about the dollar signs on the bid cards; it's about creating ripples of kindness and support that extend far beyond a single night. So here's to more bling, more bids, and more moments of making the world a better place, one gala at a time. Cheers to Greenville, SC – you know how to do fundraising right.