Have you ever wanted to learn to build a vegetable garden in your backyard, but just didn't know how to get started?

Master Organic Urban Farmer/Gardener and life-long Naperville resident Veronica Porter, owner of Ask Aunt V, Cooking and Home Garden classes in downtown Naperville and Alive Center Board Member Dawn Portner will help you get started and teach you the ins and outs of creating a sustainable, organic, heirloom vegetable garden.

This can be a great project for the whole family!

All items are sustainable, renewable, and organic: 4x4 wooden raised garden built by a local veteran, heirloom seedlings*, soil*, and compost*. This item also includes set-up, hands on guidance for planting, watering and garden care to sustainably build your gardening skills and have a successful, productive garden.

Let's get growing!

* Trademarked Ask Aunt V, Organic Gardens to Go and Grow

Redemption Instructions

The winner of the silent auction will be notified via GiveSmart when the auction closes and the item will be put into your cart. The credit card you input will be charged for the total amount in your cart at the close of the auction on Sunday, March 7. Any donation amounts can be closed out at the end of the event on Saturday.

We will email any certificates with a redemption code on Monday, March 8. It is your responsibility to arrange the fulfillment of the item with the provider including time and place.

Any gift cards or baskets should be picked up at the Alive Center, 500 W Fifth Avenue, Naperville, IL 60563, from March 10 thru March 19, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. Any items not picked up by that time will be donated back to Alive unless other arrangements have been made by contacting Elisa Henley, elisa@alivecenter.org by March 19.

Certificate expires May 31, 2021.

YUM! Enjoy 12 consecutive months of sweet or savory seasonal goodness. Small batch recipes with big flavor, delivered locally to your home.

12 months activate upon the first months delivery. Monthly pie is baker's choice.

Redemption Instructions

The winner of the silent auction will be notified via GiveSmart when the auction closes and the item will be put into your cart. The credit card you input will be charged for the total amount in your cart at the close of the auction on Sunday, March 7. Any donation amounts can be closed out at the end of the event on Saturday.

We will email any certificates with a redemption code on Monday, March 8. It is your responsibility to arrange the fulfillment of the item with the provider including time and place.

Any gift cards or baskets should be picked up at the Alive Center, 500 W Fifth Avenue, Naperville, IL 60563, from March 10 thru March 19, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. Any items not picked up by that time will be donated back to Alive unless other arrangements have been made by contacting Elisa Henley, elisa@alivecenter.org by March 19.

Donated by Erin Kasch, Alive Ambassador Advisory Board Member.

Certificate activation date must be by 12/31/2021.

2 hour Digital Marketing Consultation for your business by Hanna Langston, local Marketing Professional.

• Website optimizations,
• paid search audit,
• social media,
• local SEO.

Redemption Instructions

The winner of the silent auction will be notified via GiveSmart when the auction closes and the item will be put into your cart. The credit card you input will be charged for the total amount in your cart at the close of the auction on Sunday, March 7. Any donation amounts can be closed out at the end of the event on Saturday.

We will email any certificates with a redemption code on Monday, March 8. It is your responsibility to arrange the fulfillment of the item with the provider including time and place.

Any gift cards or baskets should be picked up at the Alive Center, 500 W Fifth Avenue, Naperville, IL 60563, from March 10 thru March 19, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. Any items not picked up by that time will be donated back to Alive unless other arrangements have been made by contacting Elisa Henley, elisa@alivecenter.org by March 19.

Donated by Hanna Langston, Alive Ambassador Advisory Board Member.

Certificate expires 12/31/2021.

Cakebread Cellars virtual wine tasting

Includes 4 bottles of wine as follows:

• 2018 Chardonnay, Cuttings Wharf, Carneros
• 2017 Annahala Ranch Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley
• 2016 Merlot, Napa Valley
• 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

Virtual wine tastings are 10:00 a.m., 12:00 pm, 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. PST, Thursday thru Monday.

You must be 21 years of age or older to bid on this package.

Redemption Instructions

The winner of the silent auction will be notified via GiveSmart when the auction closes and the item will be put into your cart. The credit card you input will be charged for the total amount in your cart at the close of the auction on Sunday, March 7. Any donation amounts can be closed out at the end of the event on Saturday.

We will email any certificates with a redemption code on Monday, March 8. It is your responsibility to arrange the fulfillment of the item with the provider including time and place.

Any gift cards or baskets should be picked up at the Alive Center, 500 W Fifth Avenue, Naperville, IL 60563, from March 10 thru March 19, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. Any items not picked up by that time will be donated back to Alive unless other arrangements have been made by contacting Elisa Henley, elisa@alivecenter.org by March 19.

Donated by John Mazzolini, Board Member.

Please note that the wine is at the Alive Center and should be picked up prior to the tasting.

Cakebread Cellars virtual wine tasting!

Includes 4 bottles of wine as follows:

• 2018 Chardonnay, Cuttings Wharf, Carneros
• 2017 Annahala Ranch Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley
• 2016 Merlot, Napa Valley
• 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

Virtual wine tastings are 10:00 a.m., 12:00 pm, 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. PST, Thursday thru Monday.

You must be 21 years of age to bid on this package.

Redemption Instructions

The winner of the silent auction will be notified via GiveSmart when the auction closes and the item will be put into your cart. The credit card you input will be charged for the total amount in your cart at the close of the auction on Sunday, March 7. Any donation amounts can be closed out at the end of the event on Saturday.

We will email any certificates with a redemption code on Monday, March 1. It is your responsibility to arrange the fulfillment of the item with the provider including time and place.

Any gift cards or baskets should be picked up at the Alive Center, 500 W Fifth Avenue, Naperville, IL 60563, from March 10 thru March 19, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. Any items not picked up by that time will be donated back to Alive unless other arrangements have been made by contacting Elisa Henley, elisa@alivecenter.org by March 19.

Donated by John Mazzolini, Board Member.

Please note that wine is at the Alive Center.

Author Amy Sandison reads, "The Luckiest Kid" and engages kids in interactive activities reminding them that they have a gift to share with the world.

Great for a birthday party or Girl Scout Event (opportunity to earn badge). Geared for kids K-3rd grade.

Package includes:

• One hour visit,
• One souvenir balloon per participant,
• One personalized, autographed copy of book,
• Creation of individual "I AM" poster,

Up to 10 participants.

Redemption Instructions

The winner of the silent auction will be notified via GiveSmart when the auction closes and the item will be put into your cart. The credit card you input will be charged for the total amount in your cart at the close of the auction on Sunday, March 7. Any donation amounts can be closed out at the end of the event on Saturday.

We will email any certificates with a redemption code on Monday, March 8. It is your responsibility to arrange the fulfillment of the item with the provider including time and place.

Any gift cards or baskets should be picked up at the Alive Center, 500 W Fifth Avenue, Naperville, IL 60563, from March 10 thru March 19, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. Any items not picked up by that time will be donated back to Alive unless other arrangements have been made by contacting Elisa Henley, elisa@alivecenter.org by March 19.

Donated by Amy Sandison, Board Member

Certificate Expires December 31, 2022.

A fun backyard experience for kids and stress-free evening for parents!

Board Member Kim Coyne will set up 4 teepees, set up projector, screen and show movie of your choosing. Snacks (freshly popped pop-corn) and refreshments will be served. Kim will pack everything up and clean up at the end of the night.

Redemption Instructions

The winner of the silent auction will be notified via GiveSmart when the auction closes and the item will be put into your cart. The credit card you input will be charged for the total amount in your cart at the close of the auction on Sunday, March 7. Any donation amounts can be closed out at the end of the event on Saturday.

We will email any certificates with a redemption code on Monday, March 8. It is your responsibility to arrange the fulfillment of the item with the provider including time and place.

Any gift cards or baskets should be picked up at the Alive Center, 500 W Fifth Avenue, Naperville, IL 60563, from March 10 thru March 19, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. Any items not picked up by that time will be donated back to Alive unless other arrangements have been made by contacting Elisa Henley, elisa@alivecenter.org by March 19.

Donated by Kim Coyne, Board Member.

Certificate Expires December 31, 2021.

You'll be singing Irish songs with this one! Contains:

• Jameson triple distilled Irish whiskey,
• 2 glasses,
• beads,
• banner,
• lucky coins,
• towel,
• $25 gift card to Quigley's.

You must be 21 to bid on this item.

Redemption Instructions

The winner of the silent auction will be notified via GiveSmart when the auction closes and the item will be put into your cart. The credit card you input will be charged for the total amount in your cart at the close of the auction on Sunday, March 7. Any donation amounts can be closed out at the end of the event on Saturday.

We will email any certificates with a redemption code on Monday, March 8. It is your responsibility to arrange the fulfillment of the item with the provider including time and place.

Any gift cards or baskets should be picked up at the Alive Center, 500 W Fifth Avenue, Naperville, IL 60563, from March 10 thru March 19, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. Any items not picked up by that time will be donated back to Alive unless other arrangements have been made by contacting Elisa Henley, elisa@alivecenter.org by March 19.

Donated by Connor McGury, Board Member.

This experience will include a one hour basketball lesson for up to 5 kids with Chris Gandy, former NBA player.

Redemption Instructions

The winner of the silent auction will be notified via GiveSmart when the auction closes and the item will be put into your cart. The credit card you input will be charged for the total amount in your cart at the close of the auction on Sunday, March 7. Any donation amounts can be closed out at the end of the event on Saturday.

We will email any certificates with a redemption code on Monday, March 8. It is your responsibility to arrange the fulfillment of the item with the provider including time and place.

Any gift cards or baskets should be picked up at the Alive Center, 500 W Fifth Avenue, Naperville, IL 60563, from March 10 thru March 19, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. Any items not picked up by that time will be donated back to Alive unless other arrangements have been made by contacting Elisa Henley, elisa@alivecenter.org by March 19.

Donated by Chris Gandy, Board Member

Certificate Expires December 31, 2021

This experience will include a one hour yoga or meditation class, in your facility or at Alive Center during mutually agreed upon time. Up to 12 people can attend.

Class to be taught by Kandice Henning, Certified Yoga Teacher and Founder and CEO of Alive Center.

Redemption Instructions

The winner of the silent auction will be notified via GiveSmart when the auction closes and the item will be put into your cart. The credit card you input will be charged for the total amount in your cart at the close of the auction on Sunday, March 7. Any donation amounts can be closed out at the end of the event on Saturday.

We will email any certificates with a redemption code on Monday, March 8. It is your responsibility to arrange the fulfillment of the item with the provider including time and place.

Any gift cards or baskets should be picked up at the Alive Center, 500 W Fifth Avenue, Naperville, IL 60563, from March 10 thru March 19, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. Any items not picked up by that time will be donated back to Alive unless other arrangements have been made by contacting Elisa Henley, elisa@alivecenter.org by March 19.

Donated by Kandice Henning, CEO and Founder of the Alive Center

Certificate Expires March 6, 2022.