Special Auction Item
Luxury Spring Break Getaway in Vail Valley, Colorado
Looking for Spring Break Plans? Bid Now for a Luxury Spring Break Getaway in Vail Valley, Colorado.
Spend a luxurious week (March 22-29, 2025) in the heart of the Vail Valley at Frontgate Avon, the newest luxury address in the area.
Trip highlights:
- Dates: March 22-29, 2025 (no substitutions).
- 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo (Unit #307), just 10 miles from Vail Village and 2.5 miles from Beaver Creek Village.
- Sleeps up to 8 guests and features a full chef’s kitchen, in-unit laundry, and modern, comfortable living spaces.
- Access to The Springs Outdoor Oasis (water slide, heated pools, hot tubs), fitness center, yoga studio, gaming center, golf simulator, onsite market & coffee bar.
- Ski/boot storage, outdoor exercise trails, and free daily adventure shuttles to Vail or Beaver Creek.
- Eight coupons for 50% off day lift tickets.
- Walk to downtown Avon or the Riverfront Express Gondola 7 for easy access to the slopes.
- After a day of adventure, relax in the indoor/outdoor lounges, common areas, or the onsite library.
Restrictions: Available dates March 22-29, 2025 ONLY. No substitutions. Expires on 3/29/2025.
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Live Auction Items
The live auction at the Bullis Gala is set to be a thrilling highlight of the evening, featuring a curated selection of exclusive items and experiences. Guests will have the chance to engage in spirited bidding, with proceeds supporting Bullis School’s initiatives and programs. From unique trips to fine dining experiences, there’s something for everyone. Join us for an exciting evening of philanthropy and community as we come together to make a difference!
Live Auction Items: Quick Links
Mullican Crab & Crush Party for 10
Ready for Crabs and Crush season? Mike Mullican P’30 will come to your home to cook a bushel of Maryland crabs and prepare his signature orange crushes for your family and friends.
- ProFish will be donating a bushel (6 dozen) of large live Maryland crabs, while the Mullican family will provide the orange crush supplies (vodka, mixers, fresh oranges) as well as all the crab supplies (mallets, vinegar, butter, Old Bay seasoning, and paper table covering).
- Setup and cleanup are included.
- The party must be hosted during Maryland Crab season: Spring, Summer, or Fall.
This is a fantastic event for your family or even for gathering a few families together!
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Six Months of Michelin-Star Dining
Explore fine dining in six Michelin-starred DC restaurants with this outstanding collection of gift cards!
- Minibar, $700
- Imperfecto, $600
- Reverie, $500
- Sushi Nakazawa, $400
- Albi, $300
- Tail Up Goat, $300
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Bordeaux Wine Experience
Two couples traveling together will enjoy a three-night stay in a château in romantic Bordeaux, France. This is the opportunity of a lifetime! During your stay on either the Left or Right Bank, you will receive VIP treatment, including one-of-a-kind vineyard and winery tours, private wine tastings, delectable luncheons, and an insider’s look at winemaking in France’s most famous wine region. Bon Voyage!
RESTRICTIONS: Airfare and ground transportation are not included (e.g., you must rent a car or hire a driver when abroad). Advance notice to book your experience is required, and same-year travel may not be available. Please do not book travel until Total Wine & More has confirmed availability with producer partners. All travel dates must be mutually agreed upon with hosting producers, Total Wine & More, and the trip winner. Again, please do not book travel ahead of confirming availability. All travelers must be 21 or older. This experience is for two couples only (two rooms), additional travelers cannot be added to any part of the reservation. Lodging is first come first serve, and available weekdays only, March through October. Exclusions and black-out weeks are the weeks before/after the Easter holiday, the months of July and August, as well as any national holidays in the hosting country and/or industry trade-related events. Total Wine & More will do their best to accommodate schedules. Please note that this trip does NOT expire to accommodate availability.
Donated by Total Wine & More
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Private Chef Dinner for 8-10 Featuring Caviar, Opus One, and Dom Perignon
Private Chef Rick Goldberg will host an exclusive dinner party for eight to ten guests in your home featuring Osetra Caviar, Opus One, and Dom Perignon. Based on your preferences and the theme of the evening, you will collaborate on the perfect menu to be prepared and served at the location of your choice in the DMV.
Chef Rick Goldberg is an accomplished restaurant and private Chef. He has spent much of his career working in Michelin-starred and James Beard award-winning restaurants and for discerning private clients.
Included in the package:
- Bespoke menu planning with Chef Rick for 8-10 guests
- Two bottles of Opus One Cabernet Sauvignon Wine
- Two bottles of Dom Perignon Champagne
- One server
- All ingredients included
RESTRICTIONS: This offer is valid for redemption in 2025. The date must be coordinated with the Chef and subject to both parties’ availability.
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Austria Haus Club in Vail, Colorado: One-Week Stay / 2-Bedroom Condo
Spend a week in the heart of Vail Village at the Austria Haus Club in a luxury two-bedroom, two-bath condo that sleeps four during the 2025-2026 Winter season. Condominiums include a gas fireplace, networked TVs in every room, heated marble bath floors, high-end appliances, and furnishings, and they have spectacular views of Vail Mountain. If you have additional guests, there is a pull-out sofa in the living room, and guest services may request a crib if needed.
Guests have access to a multitude of amenities onsite, including an outdoor heated pool and hot tub, daily breakfast and housekeeping, valet parking for one car, and complimentary ski and outdoor gear storage.
After a long day of adventuring and excitement, take a moment to relax in one of many indoor and outdoor common areas, the lounge, or the onsite library.
Concierge services are available to arrange transportation, spa appointments, and reservations for meals and outdoor adventures. Austria Haus is less than five minutes from Gondola One, where you’ll find over 20 restaurants and various luxury retail shops in Vail Village. Ski the world-famous Back Bowls, après in the Village, and unwind after your perfect day on the slopes in the heated hot tub overlooking the scenic Gore Creek while enjoying the spectacular picture-perfect views of Vail Mountain.
Enjoy this exclusive lifestyle experience surrounded by family in an elegant setting inspired by European country inns.
RESTRICTIONS: Good for a one-week Saturday-to-Saturday stay. Blackout dates: December 20, 2025 – January 3, 2026, inclusive; March 21, 2026 – March 28, 2026, inclusive. The condo is shared fractional ownership with weeks allocated via the draft. Reservation requests are due by July 1, 2025. As such, the winning bidder should provide the donor with three potential weeks for reservation prior to that date; if a week cannot be arranged and/or agreed upon, a week may be used during the 2026-2027 Winter Season. Concierge services can also arrange pre-arrival shopping for an additional fee (not included in this package).
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Surfside Taco Truck for 30 People
Get ready for the ultimate fiesta! Treat yourself and 29 of your closest friends to an unforgettable culinary experience with Surfside Taco Truck, serving up mouthwatering, authentic tacos for three full hours of taco bliss! Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a corporate gathering, reuniting with loved ones, or simply looking for a fantastic excuse to have a great time, you won’t want to miss this!
What’s Included?
- A private taco truck party for up to 30 guests.
- A delicious spread of Surfside’s signature tacos, sides, and fresh toppings.
- Three hours of amazing food, fun, and fiesta vibes.
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The Inn at Little Washington & Patty O's - $2,500 Gift Card
Treat yourself with this $2,500 gift certificate, which can be used for dinner or towards an overnight stay at The Inn at Little Washington. There’s no need to rush your plans—this gift card is valid for 10 years!
In 2019, The Inn at Little Washington became the first and only Three-Star Michelin restaurant in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Additionally, it holds the distinction of being the longest-tenured Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond restaurant in the world.
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Raise The Paddle
Every year at the Bullis Gala, we invite our community to “Raise the Paddle” in support of campus improvements that directly benefit students. This year, we’re excited to present three impactful projects that will enrich their Bullis experience in meaningful ways. Your generosity will help bring these enhancements to life, improving our facilities and creating new opportunities for our students.
- New scoreboards for the softball and grass soccer fields
- A multi-camera recording and livestreaming system for the Blair Arts Center
- A new performance floor for the Trone Center Studio Theater
You can donate to these Raise-the-Paddle projects anytime leading up to the Gala or join us in the excitement of raising your paddle during the live auction. Together, we can make these transformative projects a reality for our students and community!