When it comes to building a successful auction lineup, variety matters. The right mix gives donors something to dream about, whether that means discovering a new destination, attending one of entertainment’s biggest nights or checking a bucket-list sporting event off their list.
This week, we’re highlighting three experiences that bring something completely different to the auction block: a NEW coastal escape to Newport, Rhode Island, the star power of the CMA Awards in Nashville, and the excitement of the US Open Tennis Championships in New York City.
NEW: Newport Coastal Elegance
Classic New England charm, spectacular coastline and Gilded Age history come together in our newest experience, Newport Coastal Elegance.
This three-night getaway for two gives donors the opportunity to experience one of America’s most celebrated seaside destinations while still making the trip their own.
The experience includes a visit to The Breakers, the magnificent Vanderbilt summer estate and one of Newport’s most iconic landmarks. After exploring the mansion, guests will go beyond the traditional visit with a specialty guided tour offering a fascinating look into areas and stories not included with general admission.
Then comes the choice.
Guests can take to Narragansett Bay aboard an iconic America’s Cup 12 Meter racing yacht, with the opportunity to help sail, take the helm or simply enjoy Newport from the water.
Or they can head to Newport Vineyards for a winery tour and tasting followed by farm-to-table dining right at the vineyard.
One destination. Two very different ways to experience it. And plenty of free time to explore Newport’s waterfront, scenic coastline, restaurants and shops along the way. For organizations looking for something new and different for the auction block, Newport brings together recognizable luxury, flexibility and broad donor appeal.
Country Music Awards
The nominations are in, and excitement is already building for the 60th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville.
For country music fans, this isn’t simply another concert. It’s an opportunity to see many of the genre’s biggest artists together for one night of awards, performances and collaborations.
Our Country Music Awards experience turns the event into a complete Nashville getaway, pairing tickets to the CMA Awards with three nights of accommodations in downtown Nashville.
Guests will also explore the history behind the music with admission to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and a tour of Historic RCA Studio B, where some of the most legendary recordings in country music history were made.
Music experiences can create instant recognition when they’re announced from the auction stage. And with this year’s CMA nominations now making headlines, it’s a great time to put Nashville in front of your donors.
US Open Tennis
The final match may have been played, but the U.S. Open excitement doesn’t have to end there.
Year after year, our US Open Tennis experience continues to be one of our strongest-performing auction packages, and it’s easy to understand why. There’s something different about experiencing a Grand Slam in person. The energy of New York City, the atmosphere inside the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center and the chance to watch the world’s top players compete make this much more than a ticket to a tennis match.
With this year’s tournament fresh in donors’ minds, now is an ideal time to start thinking about 2027 US Open Tennis for upcoming galas and fundraising events.
Give Your Donors Something to Talk About
And with Giveback XP’s risk-free model, organizations pay only when an experience sells, keep 100% of everything raised above the package cost, and can sell an experience multiple times when more than one donor wants to win.
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