Shop and support a good cause during The Ultimate Online Auction running Oct. 26 to Nov. 7 in support of I Am Someone Ending Bullying Society.
Partnering with Coquitlam Centre, the society is hosting the third annual auction with the goal of raising funds to support a texting platform that puts troubled youth in touch with helpful resources.
Among the items available for bid is an “RV’ing Adventure” worth $1,000 which includes a four-day rental in a motorhome equipped with convenience kits, camping table, camping tents and was donated by Meridian RV.
Another popular item is “The Ultimate Shopping Spree”, which includes a $500 gift card to Coquitlam Centre, Eccotique Spa & Salon gift cards, use of the shopping shuttle, a personal shopping assistant and more.
For those seeking a night out, there is “The Ultimate Comedy Night," “The Ultimate Private Tasting” or “The Ultimate Art Birthday Party."
To see some of the over 80 items up for bid, a showcase will be set up in Coquitlam Centre this weekend, Oct. 29 and 30, and volunteers will be available to answer any questions about I Am Someone Ending Bullying Society or the auction items.
Erin Moore, executive director of I Am Somone, says the online texting platform is important for helping youth who may be experiencing bullying or other issues. By texting 211 they can can get access to non-judgmental professional support and services in their community.
The service is now available from the Sunshine Coast to Hope 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
“Help spread the message," stated Moore in a press release. "Bullying can be hard to recognize. Text 211 for help or visit www.bullyingornot.ca. This very simple act can help end the confusion and hurt by a single text message."
Also sponsoring The Ultimate Online Auction is EPR Coquitlam, whose spokesperson Ken Richardson, a managing partner, encourages people to bid generously on the auction packages.
Bidders should register online in advance at coquitlamcentre.com. The auction site went live Wednesday, Oct. 26 at 9 a.m. and will run to Nov. 7 until 10 p.m.
Successful bidders may pick up and pay for their items at Coquitlam Centre Customer Service during regular mall hours starting Nov. 7 and running through Nov. 15.
To spread the word on Twitter, use the hashtag #IASonlineauction and connect to @IAS_Society or I Am Someone on Facebook.
