This February, we will be holding an Auction of Promises event to raise funds for our new building, and we would love your help to make it a great night.
An Auction of Promises is a fun, friendly evening where guests bid on donated items, experiences and services. The more varied the prizes, the better the night, and every penny raised goes towards our new building. Some of our items will be auctioned, while others will be offered as raffle prizes, so there’s something for everyone, whatever your budget.
What we’ve been donated so far
We have already received some incredible donations, thanks to the generosity of local supporters and businesses. So far we have been given:
A 2 night stay at The Lily Pad, a static caravan in Selsey
A £50 Experience Days voucher
Two tickets to see Metro Bank One Day Cup games at the Utilita Bowl
A family day admission ticket to the Hawk Conservancy Trust
Two adult tickets to the Army Flying Museum
Four tickets to see The Magic Flute at the Theatre Royal
As well as some other fantastic gifts.
A huge thank you to everyone who has donated so far.
We’re still looking for more
We would love to add more items to the auction. Could you or your business help? Ideas include:
Days out, tickets and experiences
Meals, afternoon teas or hotel stays
Services or skills (gardening, photography, a tutoring session, a handmade cake)
Sports, theatre or event tickets
Hampers, gift vouchers and local products
No donation is too big or too small; whether it’s a big-ticket experience for the auction, or a smaller treat for the raffle, we’d love to hear from you. If you have something to offer, or know someone who might, please contact us at chair@3rdwinscouts.org.uk. We’re happy to collect items and to provide a thank-you acknowledgement on the night.
Save the date
The Auction of Promises will take place on Saturday 6th February 2027. We’ll share ticket details in the New Year.
Thank you for supporting our Scouts and helping us build a home for the future.