Join us for An Evening of Hope with Ryan Shazier on January 27th at the Indiana Country Club.
Share this evening of hope with us while enjoying delicious food, participating in a live and silent auction, and supporting your community.
The evening begins with the VIP Reception at 5:30. General admission registration starts at 6:00pm with dinner and auctions at 7:00pm.
If you are interested in a more intimate setting with the man of the evening, Ryan Shazier, a VIP ticket option is available with early admittance into the event.
Along with Mr. Shazier, we will also honor Indiana's esteemed community member, CJ Spadafora with WTAE's Mike Clark to emcee.
Alongside an action-packed program, we have some awesome silent and live auction items. Live auction items are:
Please note: There will be a cash bar, and credit cards will not be accepted.
Dinner Party for Ten at the magnificent estate, King's Fording Graciously hosted by Bob and Maura Marcus at their glorious country estate on the river, designed by famed architect Salvatore Damiano. Enjoy breathtaking vistas, tantalizing appetizers, succulent entrees, and more for this multi-course feast, paired with fine wines for each course from Bob and Maura's private collection. Dinner for 10 prepared and donated by Nap's Chef Nick Karas. Value: Priceless
The Yard: Original Painting by Prominent Artist Chuck Olson From the walls of the Carnegie Museum of Art to private collections around the world, Chuck has provided inspiration and light through his dynamic paintings. Chuck's use of vivid colors, contrasting forms and shapes, and radical movement have helped to define abstract art. This is your opportunity to own one of these spectacular paintings. Value: $2500
Overfields: Original Painting by Prominent Artist Chuck Olson From the walls of the Carnegie Museum of Art to private collections around the world, Chuck has provided inspiration and light through his dynamic paintings. Chuck's use of vivid colors, contrasting forms and shapes, and radical movement have helped to define abstract art. This is your opportunity to own one of these spectacular paintings. Value: $1800
Champagne Dinner for Six on Valentine's Day This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for six lucky people to enjoy a romantic champagne dinner in Jimmy Stewart's actual booth at the famous Beverly Hills restaurant Chasen's. This was the restaurant frequented by the celebrities of the era, and some of them even had their booths, including Jimmy Stewart, Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, and Frank Sinatra. When the restaurant closed, the booth was donated to the Jimmy Stewart Museum, and we are thrilled to be able to offer this romantic, gourmet, six-course dinner, prepared by Chef James Rickard. This is an incomparable chance to celebrate Valentine's Day with your special someone. Value: Priceless
Exciting Experience... Los Angeles Lakers Game, Tickets for Two Can you believe we have another once-in-a-lifetime experience? Cheer on the Los Angeles Lakers from center court, in the legacy seats of Bill Sharman, two-time NBA Hall of Famer, former coach, general manager, and president of the team. Sit amongst celebrities and experience the excitement of watching world-class athletes. Combined with entrance into the private Chairman's Room, and valet parking, you will feel like a celebrity yourselves. Also included is a voucher for $1500, to use towards airfare and hotel of your choice. This will be for the '24-'25 season, at an agreed-upon game. Value: $3500
Two VIP Seats Cheering on the Steelers with Ryan Shazier An experience to remember, cheering on our Steelers, from VIP luxury box seats, including lunch or dinner in the Clubhouse, with a special visit from Ryan Shazier. The game is to be determined by both parties, for next season. And... we don't care what you say, it's still Heinz Field! Value: Priceless
The United Way's Ring of Hope The emerald is not only one of the most beautiful gemstones but it is also considered the "Stone of the Heart." It symbolizes mercy, compassion, universal love, and HOPE. This ring also symbolizes the campaign theme, "Kindness Creates Hope." Value: $14,875 with the opening bid starting at $5000.
The silent auction items include:
Two Seats at Ryan Shazier's Table Value: $100 or whoever bids the most.
IUP Crimson Hawks Football Season Tickets (2) Value: $180
Commemorative Kobe Bryant Plaque Value: $250
Crystal Bowl and Painting Value: $250
Bella Spa Gift Basket Value: $300
Giant Eagle Gift Card and Basket Value: $350
Jack Ham Signed Football Value: $350
Jack Ham Signed Memorabilia Value: $350
Kate Spade Purse and Wallet Value: $350
Bourbon Basket Value: $350
James Rickard Original Painting Value: $400
Jonelle Summerfield Original Painting Value: $500
Pair of Paintings by John Ritter Value: $500
Framed Indiana County Lithograph by Jane Wooster Scott Value: $795
Gourmet Cooking Class for 8 with Chef James at Joyce's House Value: $1000
Bella Spa Botox Certificate Value: $1000
Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and get your tickets today.
We look forward to celebrating An Evening of Hope with you!