CFK’s virtual silent auction features adventures, vacation packages, art, dining, and more

CFK’s Seaside Soiree virtual silent auction will include items like Fury Snorkel Adventures,

a Hawks Cay Resort vacation package,

starfish earrings,

and party catering by Destination Catering

The College of the Florida Keys’ (CFK) Foundation will host an 11-day virtual silent auction to raise funds for CFK students and programs. Bidding opens on Wednesday, February 22 at 12 p.m. and culminates on Saturday, March 4 at 9 p.m., in concert with the College’s annual Seaside Soiree in Key Largo. The virtual silent auction offers an opportunity for people from anywhere on the planet to support the College’s fundraising efforts regardless of their attendance at the Seaside Soiree event. 
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Created to attract all levels of support, the auction features a range of value points. Items up for bid include adventure and travel experiences, dining and catering packages, art, jewelry, books, and more. Those interested in participating can access the auction website at CFK.edu/soiree. Throughout the auction period, new items will be introduced, so bidders are encouraged to visit often. Bidders will receive email notices about auction activity including notifications if they have been outbid on any items. 
First Horizon Bank is the title sponsor of the Seaside Soiree and the virtual silent auction. Additional sponsorship is provided byYamaha, Essential Net Solutions, The Lisa Ferringo Group, Mason Investment Advisory Services, Baptist Health South Florida, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, Thornton Construction, Florida Bay Outfitters, Island Arms, and Captiva Spirits.  


The Seaside Soiree event will be held on Saturday, March 4 at CFK’s Upper Keys Center. With a theme of “Swords and Tails,” the evening will feature costumes, fine dining and cocktails, and live entertainment by the Patxi Pastor All Star Band. For more information about the Seaside Soiree fundraising efforts, visit CFK.edu/soiree. To contribute auction items or financial gifts to the CFK Foundation, contact Stephanie Scuderi, CFK Vice President of Advancement and CFK Foundation Executive Director, at [email protected] or 305-809-3287.