Bidding open in the Richmond SPCA’s largest-ever Fur Ball auction
The Richmond SPCA will hold its 23rd Annual Fur Ball on Saturday, November 6, and bidding in the fundraising event’s online auction is now open.
While the in-person Fur Ball, presented by Dominion Energy, at The Jefferson Hotel is sold out, the Truist Auction is open to all adults. It is free to sign up to bid in the online auction, and thanks to Diamonds Direct – Short Pump, each registrant will be entered to win a beautiful 14-karat white gold circle diamond necklace. Every bid placed gives the bidder another chance to win the necklace, which 24 brilliant round cut diamonds.
“This is our largest-ever Fur Ball auction, with more than 100 packages generously donated by businesses and individuals,” said Tamsen Kingry, chief executive officer of the Richmond SPCA. “The Fur Ball makes the rescue and rehabilitation of thousands of our community’s most vulnerable homeless animals possible, and we hope these deserving animals along with the fabulous packages will inspire enthusiastic and competitive bidding.”
Proceeds from the event benefit the Cinderella Fund, which is devoted solely to the veterinary treatment and rehabilitation of sick, injured and neonatal homeless pets, expenses for which the Richmond SPCA has budgeted approximately $990,000 in the year ahead. The Richmond SPCA cared for 3,849 homeless pets between October 1, 2020 and September 30, 2021, and more than 90 percent were treated for sickness or injury before being adopted to lasting homes. The goal for the Fur Ball’s new hybrid format is to raise $600,000.
The online auction features experiences, classes and family friendly packages. Bidding is powered by GiveSmart, proving an easy, secure platform to bid from a smartphone, tablet or computer. Sign up to participate at rvafurball.givesmart.com. The auction closes Saturday, November 6 at 10:30 p.m.
Truist Auction Highlights
- Peloton Tread donated by the RVA Peloton Tribe
- Private lessons for groups at Mise En Place, Total Wine and Ironclad Coffee Roasters
- Array of two-night getaways in drivable destinations: Salamander Resort and Spa in Middleburg, Hotel Bennett in Charleston, The Hermitage Hotel in Nashville, The Tides Inn, The Hope & Glory Inn and a private home in Irvington, Myrtle Beach Marriot and more
- Collection of golf outings to clubs including Lakeside Park Club, The Foundry, Willow Oaks and more
- Fun packages for children and families such as a private shopping experience at bbgb books, birthday party package and a class at Visual Arts Center of Richmond
- A holiday package that includes a fresh-cut Christmas tree delivered by Holly Berry Christmas trees, sweet confections from two local bakeries
- Jewelry donated by multiple local jewelers along with estate pieces
The Fur Ball Raffle, sponsored by Irongate Capital Advisors, provides another way to support the Cinderella Fund. Each $5 ticket offers the chance to win one of five prizes, including a John Hardy bracelet from Schwarzschild Jewelers and a kid’s bike from Carytown Bicycle Company, in a drawing held November 8.
