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Please join us for the 30th Annual Gala of Trees, Holiday Tree Tour and Online Auction benefiting Family Building Blocks!

Presented by neighborly ventures

Bid and give online!
Online Auction Opens: Wednesday, December 2 at 12 pm
Online Auction Closes: Saturday, December 5 at 7 pm

Please join us for some festive holiday cheer during our favorite time of year! Though we can’t be together for our annual gala, we can still celebrate the holiday tree extravaganza we all know and love - with a twist! Enjoy the tour of dazzling trees while safely visiting local businesses and bid on favorites from the comfort of your own home. Our community’s health and safety are paramount. We can protect ourselves and others while continuing the legacy of this beloved event that supports children and families in Marion and Polk counties.

Helping raise nearly $2 million since it began in 1990, the Gala of Trees has supported the efforts of many nonprofit organizations serving children in need in Marion and Polk counties. We are proud to continue this legacy of caring for the youngest among us as the host of the annual Gala of Trees.

Celebrate the holidays and bid on a range of elaborately decorated holiday trees of all sizes. Accompanying these one-of-a-kind trees are unbeatable experience packages including luxury trips, family vacations, gift certificates, wine, home decor, specialized treats for your pets, and more!
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FAQs

How do I participate in the virtual event?

Register as a bidder and bid begin bidding on Wednesday, December 2 at 12 pm. 

 

How can I bid on an auction item or donate to Family Building Blocks?

1.     Register as a bidder

2.     Participate in the online auction Wednesday, December 2 through Saturday, December 5 and bid on incredible packages.

3.     Make a cash donation

How can I enter the Golden Ticket raffle?

Buy a Golden Ticket to be entered into a raffle for chance to win. The prize is a super-stocking stuffed with $1,000 CASH and other prizes. A receipt with your ticket number will be emailed to you after purchase. Winner drawn and announced on Saturday, December 5 at 7 PM. Winner to be notified by phone and email after drawing takes place. Must be 18 years or older to enter. Oregon Department of Justice requires a raffle ticket purchaser must be physically located in Oregon at the time of purchase (you do not have to be an Oregon resident). Need not be present to win. Taxes on all items are the sole responsibility of the winner.

If I win an online auction package, how do I pick-up that package?

If you have won an auction package, we will designate an auction pick-up day at Family Building Blocks at a future date when stay at home restrictions are lifted. Auction winners, who reside in the Salem area, should pick-up not be advisable, please reach out to event coordinator, Esmeralda Chan Tuyub, at email echantuyub@familybuildingblocks.org to arrange delivery.