Silent Auction Donations

Each year the TACUSPA Foundation raises money to support scholarships and fellowships through the Silent Auction and generous donations from our members.

Your donation directly supports the growth of graduate students and new professionals through meaningful experiences, mentorship, and leadership development.

Monetary donations can be submitted to the TACUSPA Foundation or you can donate items. Please complete the form to let us know what you plan to share.

Not sure what to donate? Here are a few creative themed baskets & gift ideas:

• Gift Card Bouquet: Delight bidders with a bouquet of possibilities! Gather a variety of gift cards from popular retailers, offering endless opportunities for the lucky winner to shop, dine, or explore.
• Eco-Chic Essentials: Appeal to eco-conscious bidders with sustainable items like metal straws, a portable cutlery set, reusable coffee cups, and chic shopping bags. Perfect for reducing waste in style!
• Mystery Box: Add an air of excitement with a mystery box! Whether it’s a big-ticket item or a fun surprise, the big reveal will make this prize unforgettable for your winner.
• Spa Day at Home: Pamper your guests with a luxurious spa-themed basket. Include aromatic bath bombs, soothing face masks, and indulgent soaps for the ultimate relaxation experience.
• Self-Care Retreat: Offer a comforting self-care basket filled with chamomile tea, a cozy blanket, essential oils, and a touch of inspiration—perfect for unwinding and finding balance.
• Date Night Delight: Help couples create memorable moments with a thoughtful basket. Include a bottle of bubbly, champagne glasses, and a romantic movie for a night in, or add a gift certificate for a fine dining experience or boutique hotel stay for a night out.
• Game Night Fun: Bring families and friends together with a basket of popular board games, card games, and snacks for the ultimate game night.
• Candle Lover’s Haven: Perfect for aromatherapy enthusiasts, this basket includes high-quality candles, diffusers, and a selection of calming scents to elevate any space.
• Beach Day Bliss: Create the ultimate beach basket with premium towels, sunscreen, water bottles, and a stylish tote or cooler— everything needed for a day of fun in the sun.
• Furry Friends Favorites: Pet lovers will adore this basket packed with must-have toys and treats for their beloved cats or dogs.
• Baking Bliss: Fill the home with the aroma of fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies! This basket, brimming with baking essentials, ensures the lucky winner can whip up delicious treats anytime.
• Grill Master’s Toolkit: Perfect for the barbecue aficionado! Include a stainless-steel grilling toolset, a cutting board, and a selection of BBQ sauces and rubs—everything needed to rule the grill.
• Camping Adventure: Ideal for the outdoorsy types! Pack this basket with essentials like a hammock, portable camp stove, tent, cooler, and a survival kit for their next adventure.
• Seasonal Joy: Celebrate the beauty with a season-themed basket. Think pastel blooms for spring or cozy throws and pumpkin-scented candles for fall lovers.
• Fitness Fanatic: Help them break a sweat with an at-home workout kit. Include protein powder, resistance bands, yoga mats, and water bottles - perfect for fitness buffs.
• Backyard Summer Fun: Keep the heat at bay with this summer basket! Add pool floats, yard games, and water toys for a dose of seasonal excitement.
• Fishing Enthusiast: Perfect for weekend anglers! Stock this basket with a lure-making kit, line cutter, and other fishing tools to ensure a successful day on the water.
• Craft Beer Delight: Celebrate Texas breweries by assembling a basket of unique craft beers. Add branded glasses or snacks to complete the experience.
• Caffeine Kit: Coffee and tea lovers will swoon over a basket packed with specialty blends, brewing tools, tea assortments, and tea biscuits - perfect for morning, noon, or night.
• Death by Chocolate: Indulge chocolate lovers with a decadent selection of high-quality chocolates, chocolate-covered nuts, espresso beans, and exotic international treats.
• Tailgate Time: For sports fans, create a team themed basket featuring merchandise, snacks, and game-day essentials to cheer on their favorite team.
• Wine Lover’s Escape: Curate a wine experience with a couple of high-quality bottles paired with a variety of gourmet cheese, crackers, cured meats, and nuts.
• Picnic in the Park: Make outdoor dining effortless with a basket featuring picnic dishware, cutlery, wine glasses, a cheeseboard, and a cozy blanket.
• Movie Night Magic: Create the ultimate cozy night in with popcorn, classic snacks, and gift cards for streaming platforms or local movie theaters.
• Vacation Home Getaway: Have a vacation property? Offer a weekend or weeklong stay for one lucky winner to relax, recharge, and create unforgettable memories.
• Gardening Goodies: Perfect for green thumbs, this basket features new gardening