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Secret Garden Affair - 2026
Silent Auction - Bid from anywhere! No ticket required.
Silent Auction Details
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Preview Opens: April 6 at 10am
Bidding Opens: April 9 at 10am
Bidding Closes: April 12 at 5pm
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Every bid directly supports the students, teachers, and programs at Forest Trail Elementary.
Let's beat $75K!
Running Total
About Our Event
About Our Event
Join us for dinner, desserts, and an open bar for the evening!
📍Vista at Seward Hill - 6414 Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX 78746
⌚ Doors open at 6:30pm
🍴 Dinner and Drinks available upon entry
🌴 Live Auction starts at 7:30 PM
💃 Dancing starts at 8:00 PM
Buy your tickets today!
About the Secret Garden Affair
Our Mission
Your support funds classroom learning materials; hands-on learning experiences like STEAM Fest and Cultural Arts Day; staff professional development; field trips; staff appreciation events and so much more. The Booster Club also provides vital funding for so many of the unique things that make FTE such an incredible place to learn and grow - such as the chicken coop, third grade chicken-hatching curriculum, and the school-wide community garden - just to name a few.
The FTE Auction is the school’s largest single fundraising event, and proceeds go directly to the FTE Booster Club to support students, teachers, and staff throughout the year. This year, our fundraising goal is $75,000, and every donation helps us move closer to that goal while making a direct impact on our campus.
Auction Items
Check Out Our Auction Items (181)
#106
Kalahari Staycation
Value: $1,300
Silent Auction
$400
Starting Bid
0
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#178
Chef's Best From Farmhouse Delivery
Value: $75
Silent Auction
$25
Starting Bid
0
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#179
Fitbit Versa 4
Value: $150
Silent Auction
$75
Starting Bid
0
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#180
One 1040 Filing, Business or Individual Tax Return
Value: $450
Silent Auction
$200
Starting Bid
0
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#181
Original Ruffles - Ceramic Decor in Milk White
Value: $150
Silent Auction
$75
Starting Bid
0
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#182
Night Flower by Carolyn Joe
Value: $570
Silent Auction
$100
Starting Bid
0
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#183
Getaway at Wahwahtaysee Resort
Value: $700
Silent Auction
$250
Starting Bid
0
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#184
Local Retreat at Lost Pines
Value: $2,000
Silent Auction
$600
Starting Bid
0
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#185
Two Spots to Camp Mahj - 2027
Value: $3,190
Silent Auction
$350
Starting Bid
0
Bids
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Event Attire Details
Garden Chic
Check out our style inspiration for your best garden party attire.
Ladies - we recommend wearing flats or wedges and the ground cover varies!
Dress your best on April 10th!
Our Sponsors
Thanks to our Generous Sponsors
Our fabulous sponsors have an integral role in making the Secret Garden Affair a special night to honor our mission. Thank you, sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor
Supporting Sponsor
Lotus Sponsor
Orchid Sponsor
Calla Lily Sponsor
Bluebonnet Sponsor
Premier Sponsor
Community Sponsor
Want to get involved?
Start a Fundraiser Today!
Throughout the year schools, teams and individuals will be fundraising on behalf of Sample Foundation to support our crucial mission.
Ready to get involved?
Register your fundraiser using the 'Create a Campaign' button. Add a team photo and add your contact information to get started. Once approved, you'll be sent your dedicated link to start collecting donations! It's EASY & FUN, get involved today!
Donate an Auction Item
Donate an Auction Item
Have the perfect item for our silent auction? Submit the details here and our team will reach out to coordinate further details.
All donations are 100% tax-deductible.