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A Sponsorship that Impacts our Youth—the Future of our Community and the Church

French Farm Table by JPGMA Upper School Boys

JPGMA’s Upper School boys, in partnership with Illinado Home Solutions and Timberworks, have crafted this custom-made 8 foot x 3 foot French farm table made from sturdy white oak.  This impressive table comfortably fits eight people.  It’s sure to become the centerpiece of your home and will be part of your family for generations!

Materials donated by Timberworks and Illinado
Crafted by JPGMA Upper School Boys under the direction of Hugh Bratt and Jack Donohue

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Stay at St. Brendan’s Point
This incredible 50-acre waterfront estate near Yorktown, Virginia (half hour to Williamsburg and Jamestown) looks out directly on Mobjack Bay (right off the Chesapeake).  You’ll enjoy  3 nights at this three-story, 4 bed / 5.5 bath home with water views from every room!  The property includes your own private beach with an extra-long dock that stretches out into the deep water – great for fishing, swimming, diving, or exploring for crabs and oysters.  The property also has 3 kayaks, a basketball court, and a volleyball net; you’ll never want to leave!  No matter what time of year you visit, this beach abode is the perfect place for family and friends to gather for the ultimate vacation!

Donated by Steve and Paula O’Keefe
Dates must fall between July 2023 and August 2024 and are subject to availability.
Blackout dates: Month of June, National holidays, Christmas, Easter

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Luxury Getaway to Ocracoke Island
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! Your getaway will begin in Luray, where you and up to three guests will board a private plane and enjoy a relaxing flight to Ocracoke Island, North Carolina. Once you complete your descent onto the oceanside runway (you practically land right on the beach!), you’ll be greeted by the quaint culture of this island paradise at the southern tip of the Outer Banks. You can enjoy the outdoor activities – like miles of secluded beaches and incredible fishing adventures – or stroll around the walkable village full of pubs, restaurants and shops.
Your package includes two rooms for two nights each at 
The Castle Bed & Breakfast, along with complimentary bike rentals so you can easily explore the entire island. This package is sure to create endless memories!

Flights donated by Paul and Kristin Uhlenkott
Accommodations donated by The Castle Bed & Breakfast
Subject to pilot availability and weather conditions
B&B voucher good only from October 2023 – April 2024

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Lobster Feast at Trinity Farm
A taste of the coast amidst the charm of Virginia horse country! Your party of ten will convene at Trinity Farm – a 152-acre estate in the historic Village of Upperville. As the sun sets, you and your guests will take your seats under the stars in “The Ruins” situated by the brook on the farm. This sumptuous feast will feature a craft cocktail (featuring the liquor of your choice), fresh-from-the-sea lobsters from Lobster Maine-ia, savory sides, and desserts.

Hosted by Noel and Alannah Sweeney
Lobsters donated by Lobster Maine-ia
Date to be agreed upon with hosts and valid for one year.
Blackout dates: December, January, Valentines Day, Mothers Day, Fathers Day

 

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Spring Break On The Sand
An amazing oceanfront home in North Topsail Beach, NC, for a family spring break getaway!  This auction item is for next year’s JPGMA spring break week: March 30 – April 6, 2024.

No need to get in the car or drag your beach gear down the road – this 3 bedroom / 2 bath classic beach cottage is literally on the sand!  The home comfortably fits seven and is equipped with all of the comforts of home – including an updated modern kitchen, washer/dryer, private parking, and high-speed internet. You’ll watch the sunrise over the sand on Easter Sunday, fall asleep to the peaceful sound of crashing waves, and enjoy family beach memories to last a lifetime!

Donated by JP and Emily Minick
Dates not transferable

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Bourbon in the Barn

Join us for the ultimate celebration of Fall on September 30, 2023! Bourbon in the Barn will feature a pig roast, live music, full bourbon bar, hayrides, and bonfires at Starfield Barn! Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase tickets to a one-of-a-kind event and enjoy the finest that the Shenandoah Valley has to offer.

Donated by Rob and Colleen Hencken

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Luxury Treehouse Getaway…with All the Trimmings!

Make no mistake about it – this is a real deal treehouse perched in a 150-year-old white oak tree.  You’ll spend two nights suspended 20 feet above the ground in this one-of-a-kind luxury getaway situated on Big Whiskey Cattle Company’s 400-acre cattle ranch.  Sip coffee in the morning on your private deck overlooking pastoral views of the Shenandoah Valley and spend the day relaxing in one of the cozy nooks inside.  With special details everywhere you look – both inside and outside – you’ll feel like you left the “real world” behind!

And you won’t go home empty-handed: this package comes with a voucher for a 20 lb sampler box of beef (roast, short ribs, steaks, ground beef) from Big Whiskey Cattle Company (Value: $400).

On top of all of this, you can take your beef home in your new YETI Roadie 60 cooler on wheels (Value: $500)..

Treehouse accommodations donated by Paul and Ruth Almeter
Dates subject to availability; must book through AirBnB
Sampler beef box donated by Big Whiskey Cattle Company
Yeti cooler donated by Matt and Sarah Milhalcin

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In The Footsteps of St. Columba: A Pilgrimage to Scotland!

Join Christendom College President Dr. Timothy O’Donnell and his wife, Cathy, as they lead a pilgrimage to the beautiful sites of Catholic Scotland from October 13-20, 2023!  Your journey will take you through the most iconic places in this majestic country – from the Sterling Bridge where William Wallace and his fellow Scots defeated the English, to the battlefields of Bonnie Prince Charlie, to the National Shrine of St. Andrew (patron saint of Scotland)…and everything in between!  This eight-day tour will take you through charming villages, quaint countryside, and bustling cities to experience the best of this incredible land!

The auction package includes one spot on the pilgrimage.  An additional spot is reserved for the winner’s guest and will be available for purchase for 30 days following the event at full price.

Donated by Christendom College and Dr. and Mrs. Timothy O’Donnell

 

**Check back often as we will be updating the below list with additional exciting auction items in the coming weeks!**

 

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