2024 Booksin Silent Auction Donations

The Silent Auction will be held virtually starting Monday, October 14, 2024 and live at our Walkathon event on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Walkathon is Booksin's biggest event and our primary fundraiser for the year. Our auction typically makes up 10-15% of the overall revenue for the event.

In addition to making a Silent Auction Donation, you can also become a Walkathon Sponsor, which includes your company logo on the back of a Walkathon T-shirt. Learn more about sponsorship.

All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law. BESCA is a California 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization: Tax ID #23-7399164

How to Donate

All donations are due by Sunday, September 22, 2024

  1. Complete the online donation form or a paper copy (COMING SOON) and deliver with your donation. 

  2. Drop Off (preferable) or Mail Your Donation. Volunteer pick-up can also be arranged. Please label your donation including your name, your company name (if applicable), email address, and value of the items with your donation.

Drop Off Donations (Preferable): 

Booksin School Office

1590 Dry Creek Road

San Jose, CA, 95125

Drop off donations are accepted on weekdays from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Mail Donations to: 

BESCA

Attn: Auction team

PO Box 8539

San Jose, CA 95125

Questions or need to arrange a pick-up? Contact auction@mybesca.com

Donation Ideas from Businesses or Families

  • Gift Cards

  • Tickets: Concerts, sports games, theater performances, or amusement parks.

  • Unique Experiences: wine tasting, overnight stays, VIP events, etc.

  • Weekend Getaways: Donated stays at vacation homes, cabins, or resorts.

  • Dining: Gift certificates to popular restaurants or a catered dinner party.

  • Personal Services: Spa or salon services, personal training sessions, or photography sessions.

  • Professional services: Handyman, photography, attorney, plumbing, gift wrapping, home organizing services etc.

  • Educational Experiences: Private tutoring, music lessons, art classes etc.

  • Exclusive Tours: Behind-the-scenes tours of local attractions or businesses.

  • Electronics: Tablets, headphones, smartwatches etc.

  • Gift Baskets: Themed baskets such as movie night, gourmet food, coffee lovers, spa day etc.

  • Sporting goods: Autographed items or game-used equipment, bicycles, camping gear etc.

  • Home and Garden: Decorative items, tools, plants.

  • Jewelry and Accessories: Handmade or designer pieces.

  • Gym Memberships: Local fitness centers or yoga studios.

  • Museum or Zoo Memberships: Annual passes to local cultural institutions.