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About Our Event

Friday, November 13
InterContinental Boston

6:00 PM • Cocktail reception and silent auction

7:00 PM • Program, dinner, and live auction

9:00 PM • DJ and dancing

Join us for a special night to celebrate our students and the possibilities that emerge when potential meets opportunity. Together, we'll shine a light on the journeys, achievements, and aspirations that define their own unique paths.

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About NECC

The New England Center for Children (NECC) has over 50 years of experience helping children with autism. What began in 1975 with three staff and six students has grown into one of the most respected autism education and research centers in the world. We have expanded upon our campus in Southborough, MA, adding more than 63 public school classrooms throughout New England, a school in Abu Dhabi, clinics across the Middle East, and consulting services in 13 countries.

Relying on the science of applied behavior analysis (ABA), NECC provides effective, evidence-based services to help tens of thousands of children with autism reach their greatest potential. Through our award-winning professional development and research departments, we prepare special education teachers and clinicians for meaningful careers in the field, exponentially affecting our global impact.

Learn more by visiting www.necc.org.

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Spotlight Auction Items

Auction Items

Check Out Our Auction Items (81)

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#1

Tiffany Box Experience

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#2

Fenway Park Concert Experience

Value: $750 Experience
$1,650 Current Bid
27 Bids
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#3

MGM Music Hall Concert Experience

Value: $750 Experience
$1,050 Current Bid
8 Bids
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#4

Black Friday Boardroom Seats Double Header

Value: $3,500 Sports
$1,800 Current Bid
14 Bids
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#5

Ultimate Patriots VIP Game Day Experience

Value: $1,750 Sports
$1,000 Current Bid
4 Bids
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#6

Stash – Catered Reception (Up to 50 Guests)

Value: $6,500 Food/Drink
$2,900 Current Bid
4 Bids
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#7

The Daily Show VIP Experience

Value: $2,500 Experience
$1,700 Current Bid
8 Bids
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#8

Historic Belleair Golf Getaway

Value: $3,000 Golf
$1,800 Current Bid
6 Bids
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#9

Iceland: Northern Lights & Crystal Ice

Value: $2,699 Travel
$2,080 Current Bid
12 Bids
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#10

Fine Art Diptych: Introvert and Extrovert

Value: $2,900 Home
$1,160 Current Bid
1 Bids

Silent Auction Bidding

Place Bid | To bid on an item, start by selecting Place Bid.

  • Select Fast Bid to place the next available bid.
  • Select Set Max/Current Bid to set the highest amount you are willing to pay for an item. The system then automatically bids on your behalf, only when needed. This is a convenient way to stay competitive without needing to constantly watch the auction.

Heart Icon | Tap the heart icon on any item to add it to your watch list for easy reference later.

Outbid Notifications | If you are outbid, you will get a text message*. You can increase your bid at any time during the auction. *If you replied STOP to texts, please text START to (855) 800-4975 to re-enable text notifications.

Auction Closing | Bidding will close at 8:30 pm on Friday, November 13, 2026.

Winners | Once the auction has closed, you will receive a text message only if you have won. You can also look under Menu > My Items to view everything that you have won/purchased.

Auction Pick-Up

Check Out from Your Phone | You can securely check out from your phone with a credit card or digital wallet. Once you have a check out available, a red icon will appear on the menu on the top of your screen. Tap on the menu to proceed to check out. Once checked out, you will receive an email confirmation.

Item Pick Up at Event | If you are at the event and want to take your item home with you, please visit auction pick up and a member of the team will help you.

Item Delivery or Pick-Up | If you are unable to take your item home from the event, or if you are participating from home, a member of the team will follow up with you to arrange for delivery or pick-up at our office in Southborough, MA.

FAQ

What is NECC's Tax ID #? 04-2708762

Is my donation to NECC tax-deductible? Donations to NECC are tax-deductible. However, certain purchases in which you receive goods or services in return (e.g., tickets or auction items) may only be partially or not at all tax-deductible. Your receipt will indicate the tax-deductible amount.

Can I make a donation or payment by check? To send a check, please make your check payable to "The New England Center for Children" and mail to: THE NEW ENGLAND CENTER FOR CHILDREN – DONATIONS | PO BOX 805 | BRATTLEBORO, VT 05302-0805.

Can I use my Donor Advised Fund (DAF)? DAFs can be used for donations and fund-a-need (i.e., paddle-raise) gifts. DAFs cannot be used to purchase tickets, sponsorships with tickets, raffle tickets, and/or auction items. DAFs may be used for sponsorships only if you decline the included tickets.

Can I use my Donor Advised Fund (DAF) for the portion of my payment in excess of the fair market value? No, the IRS prohibits bifurcated (or “split”) payments from DAFs, meaning payments cannot be split in tax-deductible and non-deductible portions.

What is ClickBid? ClickBid is a safe and secure online software for hosting fundraising auctions and events.

What if I still have questions? If your question isn’t answered above, please contact our team at give@necc.org. A member of our Development Office will be happy to assist you.