Proceeds from the Bash help fund the Foundation’s Venture Grant Programs, which are designed to provide teachers with the means to implement their “dream activities” in their classrooms. The grants are competitive and must be innovative and enhance the curriculum. The program was initiated in the 2005/2006 school year and has gained popularity each year with an increase in teachers applying for the grants. Over the past 10 years, the Foundation has funded more than 100 grants, totaling over $100,000.
Jones Diner provided a buffet of tasty appetizers, including peel & eat shrimp, beef brisket sliders, pin wheel wraps, veggies and dip, fruit and dip, and much more. Cookies were provided by Towanda School District.
Cocktail entertainment was provided by Towanda Alumni Hannah Primrose and her father, Brian Primrose. During this time guests could place their bids on several silent auction items available and also participate in heads and tails 50/50 and in the wheelbarrow of cheer raffle. After the live auction, guest danced the night away to the sounds of Uncle Stosh’s Hardcore Pears.
The Foundation was flooded with compliments from guests on how much fun they had and how well the evening was planned. We look forward to this event growing larger every year!
Auctioneer, Theresa Burke of Shamrock Auction Services donated her services to help run our live auction. Theresa’s assistance was greatly appreciated and she was a joy to work with and helped to keep everyone engaged in the auction. Some the evening’s top auction items and the bids they drew are listed below:
Kindle Fire Kid’s Edition donated by Linda Ferrario, $160
4 Jackal Tickets with dinner and gas card donated by Henry Dunn Insurance and Sheetz, $150
Golden Ticket donated by Bradford County Regional Arts Council, $200
1 Year Subscription for the Daily Review donated by The Daily Review, $210
PSU Football Tickets donated by Peggy Munkittrick, $450
Weekend Heavy Equipment Rental donated by Bradco Supply, $600
GoPro Camera donated by Towanda Area Education Association, $155
Lottery Tree donated by Wendy Roof, $180
Family All Sports Pass donated by Towanda Area School District, $110
Car Detailing donated by Moore’s Auto, $150
4 NYC Comedy Club tickets with visa gift card and gas card donated by Lauren Gonzalez, Steve Gobble, and Dandy Mini Marts, $575
Firetruck Ride to School donated by local Fire Companies, $100
Amethyst Stone and design ring setting donated by Reagan & Steele Jewelers, $200
Pool Party donated by Towanda Area School District, $200
2 Greek Peak Adventure Tickets donated by Gannon Insurance, $200
Yamaha Wireless Speaker donated by Paul Manchester, $200
Will Package donated by Attorney Chris Jones, $525
Meat Package donated by Cargill, $310
Plane Ride donated by Bradford County Airport, $190
Man Crate donated by various donors, $160
Sideline Seats donated by various donors, $200
Great Wolf Lodge donated by Great Wolf Lodge and Towanda Education Foundation, $925
Private Dinner Party at Grovedale Winery donated by Grovedale Winery, $375
BOSE SoundTouch 520 Home Theater System, donated by Larry and Maggie Huber, $700
Pet Basket & Clinic Service, donated by Dr. Robert Fetterman, $100
Woman’s Survival Bag donated by various donors, $150
2 Darien Lake Tickets and gas card donated by Darien Lake and Dandy Mini Marts, $175
Meal Package donated by Doreen Secor, $100
4 Front Row Seats at Graduation donated by Towanda Area School District, $350
Royal Caribbean Cruise donated by Towanda Education Foundation, $1350
Mystery Box donated by all supporters at the event, $750