Dreaming of meeting some of basktball's biggest stars? Six (6) guests will join Director of Athletics Andrew Gavin and Head Men's Basketball Coach Brian Barone at the prestigious College Basketball Awards at the Missouri Athletic Club on April 17th! You'll feel like a VIP arriving in the SIUE Mercedes Sprinter Van since transportation to and from the event is included!

Live Auction Item l Donated by: SIUE Athletics

Enjoy a Cardinals game in an all-inclusive party suite and a live concert with VIP on-field access as part of the St. Louis Cardinals Post Game Concert Series presented by SIUE. Choose between a Cole Swindell concert and Cardinals vs. Reds on June 20th or a Flo Rida concert and Cardinals vs. Padres on July 25th! Your group of 4 will watch the game from an all-inclusive party suite with other SIUE fans and supporters. After the game, you can watch the concert from the suite or head down close to the stage with your VIP on-field access!

Live Auction Item l Donated by: SIUE

*The fair market value of this item could not be verified, therefore, there will be no tax deductibility to the winning bid of this auction item.

Have a good time cajun-style with a shrimp boil and beer party for 50! You can choose the location and you control the guest list. You even have the ability to request a special appearance by Eddie the Cougar or SIUE staff! A shrimp boil will be prepared and cooked for you and your meal will include shrimp, potatoes, corn on the cob, and sausage. Beer can be selected from the Chick Fritz portfolio compliments of Anne Fritz.

Live Auction Item l Donated by: Chad Opel & Robert "Chick" Fritz

* The fair market value of this item could not be verified, therefore, there will be no tax deductibility to the winning bid of this auction item.

Welcome to the Roaring Fork Valley!

Make yourself at home here! Everything you need for a fun getaway any time of the year. River Valley Ranch is at the base of Mt. Sopris located between Aspen and Glenwood Spring, CO with stunning views along with being surrounded by the award-winning Jay Morrish Championship Golf Course. Enjoy dinner on the patio at Homestead Grill here on RVR property. Best views in CO!

• 5 bedrooms, 4 with King beds and 1 with Queen
• 4,500 sq. feet
• Sleeps 10 adults comfortably
• Rafting is all around the valley from late May-August
• Near 3 Gold Medal fly fishing rivers
• 30 minutes to Aspen World-class skiing at 4 mountains within 30 minutes of the house.

Great mountain biking, hiking, rafting, skiing etc. From Farmer's Markets, music festivals, bike trails, skiing, distilleries, rodeos, rafting, and horseback riding - there's sure to be an adventure there for everyone!

Live Auction Item l Donated by: Bob & Mitch Meyers

Enjoy the ocean view for 7 nights at the Palm Beach Marriott Beach Resort and Spa on Singer Island. Relax at this lovely resort located south of Jupiter, Florida, and just north of Palm Beach!

This beautiful unit is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath 1,298 square foot condo. It is located on the 7th floor and has a fantastic view of the beach, ocean and the lovely park next door. There are two pools, direct beach access, spa, work-out facility, children's programs, two restaurants, Starbucks and a gift shop on site. It's a great area for an adults only trip or to bring the kids!

Conveniently located just 20 minutes from the West Palm Beach Airport, 1 hour from Ft. Lauderdale Airport and 2 hours from Orlando's airport.

Dates for condo: Plan your trip June 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025 for a mutually agreed upon date.

Live Auction Item l Donated by: Karen Menendez, ReMax Alliance

1818 Chophouse will welcome your group of 10 guests for a private 6-course chef's tasting dinner! To make your evening extra fun, the theme of this intimate dinner will truly excite your tastebuds - Famous Dishes from the Greatest Celebrity Chefs of All Time!

Live Auction Item l Donated by: 1818 Chophouse

Load up your family and friends and hit the road for an SIUE away game! SIUE will provide tickets and transportation in a luxury sprinter van for 6 guests to a 2025-26 road game of any Cougars sport. The mutually agreed game and date must be within 350 miles and overnight accommodations will be provided based on date/time of game if needed.

Live Auction Item l Donated by: SIUE Athletics

*The fair market value of this item could not be verified before the auction since it is dependent on game choice, therefore, there will be no tax deductibility to the winning bid of this auction item

Join SIUE Director of Athletics and Head Golf Coach Derrick Brown on this trip for 6 to Dalhousie Country Club for a round of golf! You'll be treated to food and beverages and you'll arrive in style in the SIUE Mercedes Sprinter Van since travel is included!

Live Auction Item l Donated by: Dalhousie Country Club & SIUE Athletics

*The fair market value of this item could not be verified, therefore, there will be no tax deductibility to the winning bid of this auction item

Bring 30 baseball-loving friends with you to watch a Cardinals game in the party suites at Busch Stadium! The party suite includes a buffet with all your ballpark favorites, a full-service bar that includes mixed drinks, wine, and beer, as well as exclusive access to a climate-controlled social area. Buffet and bar service begin 2 hours before the scheduled game time. It's the perfect way to spend a gameday with good friends, delicious food and drinks, and the best baseball team!

Live Auction Item l Donated by: St. Louis Cardinals

Mark your calendars and start planning for the 2026 Final Four! The 2026 Men's Final Four is scheduled for April 4 and 6, 2026 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN. You and a guest will receive two Final Four tickets for the semifinals and championship games AND a hotel room for 4 nights!

Live Auction Item l Donated by: SIUE Athletics

*The fair market value of this item could not be verified since prices are not released for next year, therefore, there will be no tax deductibility to the winning bid of this auction item.

Take a trip to the Bluegrass State! With a luxury 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo in downtown Lexington for 2 nights, you can spend an entire day on a new adventure. Tour With Us KY will provide up to 8 hours of private chauffeured car service in the state of Kentucky. Choose from one of their pre-packaged plans that include site seeing, bourbon tours, and horse ranch viewing or customize your own itinerary for the day hitting all the sights you want to see in style!

Live Auction Item l 3Forty & Tour With Us KY

Be one of the first to host a party at Park North Golf Club when they open this summer! Your party of up to 24 guests will enjoy four golf bays, access to Terraces 1 & 2, and a view of the Links and Plummer Park. The group will be treated to an all-inclusive buffet with your favorite foods and a beer and wine package!

Live Auction Item l Donated by: Park North Golf Club

Enjoy a Cardinals game in an all-inclusive party suite and a live concert with VIP on-field access as part of the St. Louis Cardinals Post Game Concert Series presented by SIUE. Choose between a Cole Swindell concert and Cardinals vs. Reds on June 20th or a Flo Rida concert and Cardinals vs. Padres on July 25th! Your group of 4 will watch the game from an all-inclusive party suite with other SIUE fans and supporters. After the game, you can watch the concert from the suite or head down close to the stage with your VIP on-field access!

Live Auction Item l Donated by: SIUE

*The fair market value of this item could not be verified, therefore, there will be no tax deductibility to the winning bid of this auction item.

Have a good time cajun-style with a shrimp boil and beer party for 50! You can choose the location and you control the guest list. You even have the ability to request a special appearance by Eddie the Cougar or SIUE staff! A shrimp boil will be prepared and cooked for you and your meal will include shrimp, potatoes, corn on the cob, and sausage. Beer can be selected from the Chick Fritz portfolio compliments of Anne Fritz.

Live Auction Item l Donated by: Chad Opel & Robert "Chick" Fritz

* The fair market value of this item could not be verified, therefore, there will be no tax deductibility to the winning bid of this auction item.

Welcome to the Roaring Fork Valley!

Make yourself at home here! Everything you need for a fun getaway any time of the year. River Valley Ranch is at the base of Mt. Sopris located between Aspen and Glenwood Spring, CO with stunning views along with being surrounded by the award-winning Jay Morrish Championship Golf Course. Enjoy dinner on the patio at Homestead Grill here on RVR property. Best views in CO!

• 5 bedrooms, 4 with King beds and 1 with Queen
• 4,500 sq. feet
• Sleeps 10 adults comfortably
• Rafting is all around the valley from late May-August
• Near 3 Gold Medal fly fishing rivers
• 30 minutes to Aspen World-class skiing at 4 mountains within 30 minutes of the house.

Great mountain biking, hiking, rafting, skiing etc. From Farmer's Markets, music festivals, bike trails, skiing, distilleries, rodeos, rafting, and horseback riding - there's sure to be an adventure there for everyone!

Live Auction Item l Donated by: Bob & Mitch Meyers

Load up your family and friends and hit the road for an SIUE away game! SIUE will provide tickets and transportation in a luxury sprinter van for 6 guests to a 2025-26 road game of any Cougars sport. The mutually agreed game and date must be within 350 miles and overnight accommodations will be provided based on date/time of game if needed.

Live Auction Item l Donated by: SIUE Athletics

*The fair market value of this item could not be verified before the auction since it is dependent on game choice, therefore, there will be no tax deductibility to the winning bid of this auction item