Hello Antioch Adoptions Family,

First and foremost, your staff at Antioch Adoptions prays regularly for your health and safety. We are well, and to the best of our knowledge the children and families we serve are well noting the pandemic.

I realized something peculiar today. Have you paused to wonder what it would be like to remain in this uncertainty (finances, social distancing, etc) of CoViD-19 for 5, 10, or 15+ years of your life? I presume most of us have not considered this is likely the magnitude of uncertainty the children in foster care (especially temporary placements) face every day of their lives. For them uncertainty of love or rejection, and surely permanency and stability. As such, we cherish your partnership in finding every child a forever home.

The CoViD-19 pandemic created a huge problem for our annual auction. It has significantly threatened to cause a cancellation of this year’s auction. However, by God’s providence we have decided to conduct this year’s auction as an “Online Auction”. Prayerfully, our auction software is capable.

I first want to address those who have purchased individual tickets or are table hosts for this year’s auction. Many thanks to you who have already purchased tickets or sponsorship packages. Because of this unfortunate situation, we ask that you please consider your ticket purchase/sponsorship package as a donation for this year’s auction. If not, we are more than happy to issue you a refund. For those donating their tickets toward our goal of $150,000, we will issue you a receipt reflecting your ticket purchase as a donation to Antioch Adoptions.

Soon we will reopen the online auction catalog. You will have a chance to investigate all the fabulous items. However, we plan to open bidding on May 14^th thru May 21^st for silent & live items, as well as Fund the Vision and other auction related items. If you haven’t already, you will also have to request an auction bidding account. Click here to do so immediately.

We have no doubt the change to an online event will be challenging. We are deeply committed to our goal and pray you are ready to pursue it with us. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call the office at (425) 558-0921 or email foreverfamily@antiochadoptions.org.

In Him,

Ezechiel Bambolo, Jr., Executive Director

In these trying times, James 4:8 – “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you…”

Online Auction FAQs

An online auction is new to all of us! Let us help you get started!

How does an online auction work?

All items that would have been offered at our live auction will be listed online in the auction e-catalog. Click here and follow the prompts to create an online account. You can browse all listed items prior to the beginning of the auction. Bidding begins Thursday, May 14 at 12 p.m. and closes Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m. You can choose to receive email and text notifications will be sent when you have been outbid on an item or to alert you the item you are bidding on is about to close. There is an option to make a cash donation to Antioch Adoptions. You can participate in eBidding on a laptop, iPad, or smart phone. 

How do I bid online?

You will need to create an account by visiting the auction website. Click on the button on the top right “Request account.” This will take you to the form asking for your information. When the auction begins you will be able to view the auction catalog showing each item with a picture and description. Once your account is created type in your bid on the form provided under each item for bidding online. 

Can I set up a joint account?

Since no two devices can be logged into the same eBidding account at the same time, the answer is 'no.' If two members of a couple try to bid from the same eBidding account at the same time, they will continuously log each other out. Please note that any winning bids will be billed to the one credit card attached to the account.

Can I remove a bid?

No. A bid cannot be removed once it has been placed.

How will I know I’ve won?

When the auction closes, you will be notified by email. The credit card submitted at registration is automatically charged and you will receive an email with an invoice.

I won! What happens next?

Congratulations! You are the high bidder on one or more items! Please call the Antioch Adoptions office at 425-558-0921 or send email to foreverfamily@antiochadoptions.org beginning May 22nd for pick up at our office, 12316 134th Court NE, Redmond, WA. Pick up days are Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9a.m. - 4p.m. Be sure to bring the invoice with you, we will need to see it when you pick up your item(s). 

If out of area shipping is required, cost of shipment will be the responsibility the winning bidder.

You will be contacted by email and phone when your Glassy Baby item arrives in our office for pickup.

What form of payment do you accept?

Any debit or credit card (with the exception of American Express).

Can I return an item if it isn’t what I expected?

No. All purchases are final.

If I donate to the auction, is it tax deductible?

When you make a donation, any items purchased at the auction are considered a charitable donation and are tax deductible. Any amount you pay in excess of the fair market value would normally be available to you for a charitable contribution or for tax purposes. Please check with your tax advisor for specifics.

What happens if a business closes due to COVID and my gift certificate is not redeemable?

Please call us at 425-558-0921 or email us at foreverfamily@antiochadoptions.org. We have contacted all businesses to make sure that all gift certificates will be redeemable.