49th Big Strike Auction

Saturday, September 28 2024 from 6pm to 9pm

Calling all pioneers and prospectors! 2024 marks the 49th year of our annual Big Strike Auction, which for it's inaugural years was "California Gold Rush" themed. Over time, the theme grew to change annually, but now that we're at year 49 it's time to bring things back to our roots!

Like the 1849 Gold Rush, Scouting is full of both challenges and opportunity. By attending, bidding, or sponsoring you have direct impact on the strength of Scouting in helping youth in our communities learn skills, build integrity, and make a positive impact locally.

We hope you, your family, friends, and business connections will consider joining us for a night of comradery and fun, with a serious emphasis on raising funds to support youth!

Our program will include recognition of longtime community non-profit volunteer Cathy Zappala with Scouting's "North Star" award.

Gold Rush "Tycoon" Sponsorship - $12,500

  • Full Page Color Tribute in the Event Program
  • Signage at the Event
  • Twenty Tickets to the event
  • Preferred Table Seating
  • Website & Social Media Recognition

Nugget Hunter Sponsorship - $6,500

  • Full Page Color Tribute in the Event Program
  • Signage at the Event
  • Ten Tickets to the Big Strike Auction
  • Website & Social Media Recognition

Claim Jumper Sponsorship - $3,500

  • 1/2 Page Color Tribute in the Event Program
  • Signage at the Event
  • Five Tickets to the Big Strike Auction
  • Website & Social Media Recognition

Miner Sponsorship - $2,000

  • 1/4 Page Color Tribute in the Event Program
  • Signage at the Event
  • Two Tickets to the Big Strike Auction
  • Website & Social Media Recognition

Pioneer Pass - $150

  • General Admission to the Event
  • Two drink tickets

Tribute Journals

  • $700 Full Page
  • $350 Half Page
  • $200 1/4 Page


Registration closes September 20th. If you are still interested in attending please contact [email protected] or [email protected]. Attendance is not required for participation in the silent auction.

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$100,000 Goal

$44,633

Total Raised

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Hosted By

Boy Scouts of America-Verdugo Hills Council
The Verdugo Hills Council invites you to stake your claim in the future of local youth and enjoy an evening of craft cocktails, entertainment, a plated dinner, and silent and live auction.

La Canada Country Club

5500 Godbey Dr, Flintridge, CA 91011, USA

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