Exclusive Evening at Baxter Gardens for 14 Guests

Step into a world of beauty and tranquility with an exclusive evening at Baxter Gardens, one of Knoxville’s hidden gems. This unique experience for a group of 14 includes light hors d'oeuvres, drinks, and a private guided tour of this extraordinary estate.

Once open to the public each April, the gardens are now closed, making this rare experience a true privilege. Wander through the highest residential gardens in Knoxville, take in sweeping views of downtown and the Smoky Mountains, and explore the unusual yew maze and naturalized, pastoral landscapes.

Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore Baxter Gardens.

Date: Arranged by mutual agreement of donor and winning bidder.

Donor: Ginger Baxter

Luxury Escape at Snaresbrook Manor in the Bahamas

4-Night Stay for up to 22 Guests

Snaresbrook Manor is a grand and relaxing seven-bedroom, nine-bathroom retreat in Governors Harbour, Eleuthera, Bahamas. This British West Indies inspired haven was designed by Patricia Nash and includes pieces from her personal collection of art as well furniture and textiles hand selected by her and imported from around the world. With 200 feet of private beach, ocean views, and a heated pool (40’x25’ with two wings featuring in-water sun beds and side tables), relaxation awaits.

Sleeping accommodations include four (4) king suites, two (2) rooms with two (2) lower queen bunks and oversized upper twins, and one (1) room with two (2) lower full-sized bunks with upper twins.

The property has a cabana between the beach and pool with a heated shower and restroom. The kitchen facilities include a commercial-grade catering kitchen and a professional outdoor kitchen with a Wolf gas grill, sauté area, large sink, and undercounter refrigerator.

Available recreation equipment includes two (2) double kayaks, two (2) single kayaks, and four (4) paddle boards. The front yard covers two (2) acres and is set up for volleyball and whiffle ball. There is also a private orchard with pineapples, coconuts, plantains, limes, and other fruits. Exercise equipment in the home gym includes a treadmill, elliptical, rowing machine, and MIRROR workout system.

Additional features include a full laundry room with three (3) washers, three (3) dryers, and a sink. Travel to the property is convenient, with several airlines flying directly into multiple airports on the island daily. Travel planning assistance is available.

Date: Arranged by mutual agreement of donor and winning bidder.

Winning bidder should select dates by November 15, 2025.

Donors: Jeffrey & Patricia Nash

5-Night Stay for 4 Guests – 2 Rooms

Dinner for 4 at the Million Dollar Cowboy Steakhouse

Known for its authentic Western charm and unbeatable location in the heart of downtown Jackson Hole, Wyoming, The Wort Hotel exemplifies historic charm while providing luxury amenities and top-rated service. Just steps from Town Square and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Wort is an award winning, 4-Diamond property and Jackson Hole’s finest boutique hotel. Offering 55 uniquely decorated guest rooms featuring original Western artwork and elegant cowboy style, guests enjoy easy access to all that Jackson Hole has to offer in proximity to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Within walking distance, you will enjoy the Western tradition of fine food and drink with dinner for four at the Million Dollar Cowboy Steakhouse. Featuring choice cuts of meat and seafood as well as an extensive cocktail and wine list, this is a Jackson Hole experience you won’t want to miss.

Dates: Arranged by mutual agreement of donor and winning bidder.

Donor: John Baxter

1 Night Stay for 2 Guests

Including Meals, Garden Tour, and Bee Keeping Experience in Loudon, Tennessee

Whether you crave adventure or quiet moments in nature, Windy Hill Farm and Preserve delivers. This all-inclusive retreat rooted in classic East Tennessee tradition spans 650 acres along two miles of Tennessee River shoreline. Your getaway includes one night in a Water Tower Cabin with sweeping countryside views.

Dine at Wilder, named “Best Splurge-Worthy Restaurant” by Travel Awaits, where Executive Chef Ben Warick crafts Appalachian-inspired, globally influenced cuisine using farm-fresh ingredients. Step into the world of honeybees with an immersive experience at the apiary exploring the symbiotic relationship between pollinators and the land and topped off with a tasting of seasonal honey. You’ll also enjoy a hands-on garden tour with the property’s master gardener, exploring how chefs and growers collaborate to offer hyperlocal dining.

Date: Between October 1, 2025 and August 1, 2026 and based on mutual agreement between Windy Hill Farm and winning bidder.  Resort is open Wednesday - Sunday.

Donor: Windy Hill Farm and Preserve

Outdoor Putting Green Installation – 150 sq ft of Synthetic Turf

Bring the golf course home! Two premier Knoxville companies, Earthadelic and Playrite, have collaborated to offer a custom 150-square-foot outdoor putting green, professionally designed and installed with premium synthetic turf.

Imagine stepping outside to sharpen your short game anytime. Perfect for golfers of all skill levels, this putting green offers endless fun for family, friends, and practice time alike. With expert installation and attention to detail, your custom putting space will look stunning and provide a true roll every time.

As the leader in the Knoxville region, Playrite has been designing and installing custom putting greens for more than 30 years. Earthadelic is a turnkey landscaping and construction company offering inspired design, expert installation, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your outdoor living space with a luxury feature that combines recreation, relaxation, and a touch of resort-style living—right in your own backyard!

Package includes consultation, custom design, materials, and installation. Winning bidder may opt for the design and installation of 500 sq ft of synthetic turf in lieu of a putting green.

Date: Installation to be scheduled by mutual agreement between donors and winning bidder

Donors: Chad Simmons | Playrite | Dale Madden, Earthadelic

Up to 20 Children and Their Adults

Give your child—and their friends—a one-of-a-kind birthday or special celebration surrounded by nature, storytelling, and hands-on fun at Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum. Inspired by our beloved Story Thyme program, this private party is designed especially for young garden explorers and is ideal for ages 3-7.

Your private Story Thyme celebration begins in the Every Child Outdoors (ECO) Garden, a delightful 18-bed vegetable garden that invites sensory exploration and play. The garden offers herbs to smell, edible flowers to taste, and crunchy and sweet, seasonal fruits and veggies. Children will be invited to join in a variety of garden tasks - digging, planting, watering, harvesting, tasting, and even making mud pies! They will have a chance to enjoy a nature-based craft and interactive, nature-themed stories. The party continues in the decorated Carriage House, complete with pizza, a personalized cake from Magpies Bakery, and themed favors.

Perfect for birthdays or milestone occasions, this memorable garden event welcomes up to 20 children with their adults for a joyful blend of learning, play, and celebration in one of Knoxville’s most beautiful settings.

Package includes Story Thyme program and activities led by Garden staff, decorations, pizza, cake, and favors.

Date: Arranged by mutual agreement of Knoxville Botanical Garden and winning bidder.

Donors: Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum | Julia Bentley | Magpies Bakery

Epic Epicurean - Italian Experience for 6

From a simple antipasto (Focaccia) to dolce (Tiramisu) with a pasta making experience in between, you will want to loosen your belts for this unforgettable evening. Enjoy the culinary traditions of Italy in your own home culminating in a casual friends or family meal that you helped make! Amalia Brusati di Settala, who studied at the Food Genius Academy in Milan, is teaming up with sommelier, Andrew Woodland, who will pair Italian wines with each bite along this culinary DIY journey. Amalia is the founder of ama.mi.Kitchen and the popular L’Ost pop up dinners which take guests on a journey through the regions of Italy.   She said, “Sharing cooking moments with you is my biggest desire.  We will have fun: hands full of flour, glasses full of wine and happy hearts. Seduction, passion, colors, smells, the joy of sharing and laughing.  That’s what cooking means to me.” Andrew is a certified sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers since 2016. He has refined his vintage know-how in various roles including at Blackberry Farm. Ciao Knoxville!

Date: Arranged by mutual agreement of donor and winning bidder. Typically, weeknights February - May 2026. 

Donors:  Amalia Brusati di Settala, amamikitchen.com | Andrew Woodland, instagram.com/globetoglass | Central Bottle, D. L. Bergmeier, Propietor

Earthadelic Landscape Design or Architectural Design Services - $5,000 Certificate

Earthadelic is the top residential design/build company in East Tennessee specializing in outdoor living spaces with inspired design, expert installation, and quality craftsmanship.

Certificate entitles the winner to design services for pools & spa construction, outdoor living spaces, landscape plans, hardscape plans OR architectural designs for home additions, kitchen or bathroom renovation or remodeling.

Date: Once designs are finalized and agreed upon, Earthadelic can also provide you with an estimate for the cost to construct the project

Donor: Dale Madden, Earthadelic

Davey Tree Expert Company

2 Person Tree Surgery Team for an 8 Hour Day

Consultation with an ISA-certified arborist to determine the needs of your trees will be followed by a two-person team and equipment at your disposal for the entire day (8 hours). Serving Knoxville for decades, Davey Tree (formerly Cortese Tree Specialists) offers expert tree services for homeowners and businesses. Service includes tree surgery and/or removal.

Date: Arranged by mutual agreement of donor and winning bidder.

Donor: Davey Tree Expert Company (formerly Cortese Tree Specialists)

Tarpon Fishing for up to 3 Guests

3-Night Stay for up to 6 Guests

Islamorada in the Florida Keys

Where the Gulf of Mexico meets the Atlantic Ocean and the nation’s longest coral reef, Captain Rick Stanczyk will be your fishing guide for the day. The captain will host you on his 25’ Contender Bay Boat with a trolling motor and the latest electronics including 10 ft power poles, advanced live scope, and side scan imaging sonar. He is native to the Florida Keys and a second-generation fishing captain. His family has owned the world-famous Bud n’ Mary’s Marina, a mecca in the sportfishing community, since 1978. Captain Rick’s passion and claim to fame for the past 16 years has been Tarpon but he is also known for a love of all fish, his vast knowledge, showing his clients new tricks, and having fun on the water. Bud n’ Mary’s will also house your party of up to six guests while on Islamorada. Offerings include multiple houseboats, cottages, and hotel rooms all located at the marina.

Package includes fishing for three (3) guests and lodging for up to three (3) couples.

Date: Arranged by mutual agreement of donor and winning bidder

Donor: Captain Rick Stanczyk, Bud n' Mary's Marina

Fly Fishing guided by Dale Madden

2-Night Stay for 4 Guests

3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Cabin

Escape to the beauty of North Carolina’s upper Nantahala River with a two-night stay in a cozy riverside cabin. Your adventure includes a private fly-fishing excursion “behind the gates” of this private section of river tucked away in the Nantahala National Forest.

Donor: Dale Madden

This weeping conifer will add a beautiful and dramatic accent to your landscaping. They traditionally grow 30’-45’ tall and 10’-15’ wide, or larger, and pyramidal in shape.

Donor: More Than Plants

A group of 10 guests will learn the art floral design inspired by Ikebana and using the simple Kenzan tool (flower frog). During the workshop we will build in time to socialize, sip bubbly, and nibble tasty treats while playing with flowers. Each participant will leave with their own floral creation.

Donor: Catilin Wedekind

10 ft Sit-on-Top Fishing Kayak in Olive Green

Donor: Lifetime Products

You will feel right at home in this beautifully renovated property where a row of palmettos, sea oats and rolling sand dunes are all that separate the Oceanwood Cottages from the Atlantic. 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage on Kiawah Island, South Carolina, ½ block from the beach, and walking distance to Night Heron Park. Book open weeks between January 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025 Saturday to Saturday

Donor: Maureen Dunn McBride

Malaney Road Park. 2025. Pastel

By: David Butler

Donor: David Butler

Two hour private room booking for up to 8 people for our large private room with sauna, heated furniture, private changing room and lockers, private outdoor courtyard, and private in-ground stainless steel cold plunge plus a tote bag and water bottle.

Donor: Sauna House

Made from a Knoxville Botanical Garden giant cryptomeria

Donor: Gordon Fowler

Howell House. 2025. Infrared Photo, printed on metal.

By: Matt Pallante

Donor: Matt Pallante

Led by Sarah Wharton, founder and executive director of Little Chefs, Big Change, this class offers private, hands-on cooking class in the beautiful Carriage House at the Knoxville Botanical Garden. Designed for families with kids ages 6–14, this experience is a perfect mix of fun, learning, and delicious food.

Donor: Little Chefs, Big Change

Four Gold Season Passes for 2026 and all your essential Dollywood swag

Donor: Dollywood

Reconnect, reflect, and recharge with a powerful Gratitude Experience Package for up to ten (10) people hosted by Scott Colby, creator of The Grateful Deck and author of The Grateful Entrepreneur. Each guest will receive a blank card to write their own message of appreciation during the hike. The full experience lasts approximately 2–3 hours and is designed to spark joy, connection, and presence in nature.

Donor: Scott Colby

Tasting for six (6) and one (1) bottle Ghost Rail TN Dry Gin, one (1) bottle Ghost Rail Heirloom Gin, two (2) rocks glasses

Donor: Company Distilling

Hand-woven basket from El Salvador

Paper placemats by Maison de Papier

Connecticut Gardens by Caryn B Davis

Green Goddess candle from Flamingo Estate

Vintage vinyl floorcloth by Spicher & Company

Donor: Michael Peters

Seed's Dominican Republic blend, Aeropress, and your very own West Knox Pots coffee cup

Donor: Seed Coffee

Floral design class for up to seven (7) guests. Tips from floral designer, Anna Moss, focusing on bloom-heavy arrangements held at KBGA with local and imported flowers.

Donor: Anna Moss

Six (6) week Fine Art Class with Classica Atelier, including Intro to Oil Painting, Figure Drawing, Portraiture or Plein Air Painting. Supplies included in studio and beginning friendly - Valid All year 2026

Donor: Knox Draw

$2,500 Gift Card

Donor: Moon Valley Nursery

$100 Gift Card

Donor: A Dopo Pizza

$100 Gift Card with tote and hat

Donor: Potchke