JOIN US FOR OUR VIRTUAL 2021 TOASTING HOPE TASTING EVENT!
LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT, STARTING AT 6:30PM ON SEPTEMBER 23RD
2021 TOASTING HOPE TASTING EVENT IS GOING VIRTUAL!
Due to the recent increases in COVID-19 cases across the state and recommendations from our Medical Advisors, we will NOT be hosting the In-Person experience of our 2021 Toasting Hope Tasting Event. While we are deeply disappointed not to be physically gathering together, our top priority is always the safety of the epilepsy community.
We will still be hosting this event virtually, much like we did for 2020, and encourage everyone to join us as a Virtual Participant from the comfort of your home! The format change will still include the opportunity to bid on Auction lots, purchase Drawing entries, make a donation, and the ability to deepen your connection with the Foundation's mission. The evening will be streamed via Facebook and YouTube LIVE starting at 6:30pm on September 23rd, and will be co-hosted by our wonderful Event Chairs, Angie May and Lisa Pigott, as well as the Foundation President, Brianna Romines, and Emmy-award winning WXYZ anchor and news reporter, Alicia Smith.
How to Engage in the 2021 Toasting Hope Tasting Event!
THE FIRST STEP IS TO REGISTER - As a Virtual Participant, you will need to register first before you are able to bid on Silent Auction items and to participate in our Drawing. To REGISTER, CLICK HERE. (Please note that in order to register, you must put a credit card on file. The card you choose can be used to purchase drawing tickets and bid on auction items.)
Once you register, you can purchase entries for our Drawing and then also bid on our Silent Auction packages when they go live on September 1st! Once your registration is complete, you will receive a notification electronically that prompts you to sign in, where you can then purchase as many Drawing entries as you like for a chance to win an amazing package valued at $250 or more!
DRAWING - Each entry is $26. Why 26? Because 1 in 26 people will develop epilepsy at some point in their lifetime. By purchasing your Drawing Entry, you are helping the Foundation's mission as we serve the 1 in 26 throughout Michigan. To purchase your Drawing entry, simply click here to REGISTER. Once your registration is complete, you will receive a notification electronically that prompts you to sign in, where you can then purchase as many drawing entries as you like for a chance to win an amazing package valued at $250 or more!
We'll pull one lucky winner for each Drawing package during our LIVE Virtual Toasting Hope Event on September 23rd, which will be broadcast live on our Facebook and YouTube Live pages. The SURPRISE is, you don't know if or which package you will win until the night of the event! The more entries you have, the better your chances - you could even win more than one package!
BID ON OUR AMAZING SILENT AUCTION PACKAGES - Participate in the Silent Auction from the comfort of your own home! Once you REGISTER, you'll have the opportunity to see all of the amazing packages, place bids, get notifications when you've been outbid, and so much more starting on September 1st! Join in the fun and interactive experience, all while raising money for a great cause! The Silent Auction will close at 7:00pm on September 23rd, and all winners will be notified electronically.
MAKE A LIFE-CHANGING DONATION - To make a DONATION, click here. Your support is vital to our mission of leading the fight to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and to accelerate therapies to stop seizures, find cures, and save lives.
SUPPORT OUR EVENT AS A CORPORATE SPONSOR - Your contribution will not only change lives, but it will also provide you or your company with many exciting value-added perks! For more information, please click here or contact Heather Carr, Special Events Manager, at hcarr@epilepsymichigan.org or at (800) 377-6226, ext. 1210.
Join Us!
For additional information or if you have any questions, please contact Heather Carr, Special Events Manager, at 1-800-377-6226 ext. 1210 or via email at hcarr@epilepsymichigan.org.
PLATINUM SPONSOR
GOLD SPONSORS
SILVER SPONSORS
Ralph and Jen Bryant
Stephen & Carley Kuehn
BRONZE SPONSORS
Bronzed & Bare
Dr. and Mrs. Thomas A. LeLonde and Family
Joel & Eileen Segal Family
NPO Transportation
Patricia L. Morris, William and Nancy A. Dunn, and Mary Martuscelli
Robert and Cynthia Person
Timothy and Heather Maurer
COPPER SPONSORS
Caregivers Hope
Debby Hannigan
PRINTING SPONSOR
FLORAL SPONSOR
Auction Rules
- By bidding in the auction, each bidder agrees to these auction rules. All sales are final. There will be no exchanges or refunds unless otherwise noted. All items are “as is.” The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan has attempted to describe the catalog items correctly, but neither warrants nor represents and in no event shall be responsible for the correctness of descriptions, genuineness, authorship, provenance or condition of the items. No statement made in this catalog or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty, representation, or assumption of liability.
- The value listed is an estimate of fair market value. Items have not been appraised unless so noted. The amount you pay above this fair market value estimate is normally tax deductible as a charitable contribution. Please consult your tax advisor to clarify amount of deduction.
- Before the auction opens on September 1st, the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan reserves the right to add or withdraw items, without notice, to or from the auction.
- Each person bidding assumes all risks and hazards related to the auction and items obtained during the auction. Each bidder agrees to hold harmless from any liability arising indirectly from the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan, their board, employees, the event organizers, and/or sponsors connected with the auction.
- To make a bid for an auction item, find the item on your smartphone, computer, or other internet device; click on the item name; and then scroll down to the bid button. This will let you know the next minimum bid. You can choose to bid this amount by clicking the bid button and confirm your bid. You will receive notification in email and text form if you get outbid. This will include the link for that item to place another bid.
- Do not make ANY bids that you are not willing to purchase the item for that price.
- Once the auction is declared closed, the last bid made shall constitute the winning bid and will be so indicated. The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan will mediate any disputes among bidders and that determination shall be final.
- The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan provides no guarantees, warranties or servicing of auction items and is not liable for any personal injury or damage to property that may result from the use of the item or service sold.
- Payment for items purchased will be charged to the winning bidder's card on file, and they will receive a tax receipt by email.
- Following payments, you must contact the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan to coordinate a pick-up time.
- Any item left unclaimed, without prior arrangements, will be sold and proceeds will go to the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan.