FORT BEND CARES 2014 LIVE AUCTION PACKAGES
1. THE BIG EASY HUNT
Break away for a day of first class hunting at the Big Easy Ranch in Columbus, Texas, just an
hour from Houston. Four hunters will be treated royally to an overnight pheasant and quail
hunting adventure. Enjoy first class hospitality, beautiful lodgings, meals and more. Date to be
mutually agreed upon.
Donated by: Tammy and Billy Brown
2. SIZZLING FAJITA FIESTA
Entertain 50 friends and/or family with a four hour fajita fiesta at the Texas Safari Ranch.
Package includes beer, wine, and margaritas, and the dedicated wait staff will take care of all
your needs. Not valid during the months of May and December, or on Saturday Nights.
Donated by: Allison Wen and the Texas Safari Ranch
3. OWN YOUR OWN PIECE OF ROCK HISTORY
Secure your own piece of rock memorabilia that is sure to impress family and friends by bidding
on a guitar autographed by none other than Bruce “The Boss” Springsteen. This item has a
reserve price.
Donated by: Friends of Fort Bend Cares
4. A NEW SMILE
Enjoy the confidence of a beautiful smile. The winning bidder will receive either a full set of
braces or a comprehensive Invisalign treatment package under the care of highly experienced
orthodontist in state of the art facilities. Included in the service, you will receive complimentary
upper and lower retainers to maintain your new look long into the future. Offer expires 12/31/14
Donated by: Garrett and Boyd Orthodontists
5. SAN DIEGO BEACH TIME
Enjoy beach living in this darling 3 bedroom condo by one of the most beautiful and popular
beaches in Southern California and within 5 minutes of glamorous La Jolla shops and fine dining
restaurants. This fantastic beach getaway package includes 2 round trip flights courtesy of
Southwest Airlines.
Donated by: Ellie and Don Knauss and Southwest Airlines
6. COME FLY AWAY
Two first class round trip tickets to any United destination in the 48 contiguous United States,
Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, or Central America.
Donated by: United Airlines
7. CHATEAU BRECKENRIDGE
Enjoy majestic views of the Breckenridge ski resort from the comfort of your own aspen castle.
Housing 21 people, this ski side chateau includes four master suites and five full baths, plus roof
top deck, fire places, and hot tub. Great for either a winter ski trip or summer retreat.
Donated by: Bruce and Valorie Gingrich
FORT BEND CARES 2014 LIVE AUCTION PACKAGES
8. ROMANTIC WEEKEND GETAWAY
Make her the belle of the ball with this weekend package. Your weekend for two starts with a
one-night Deluxe Room Accommodation on a Friday or Saturday night at the renowned
Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa. You will be driving around in style with a weekend rental of
your choice of available Lexus. Your romance package also includes a 5-course dinner at Sorrel
Urban Bistro with selections from their exclusive Innovation Menu. This menu changes daily, as
all 5 courses are derived from fresh local finds at Sorrel’s partnered farmers’ markets. Your
dinner includes a wine pairing with each course, hand-picked by Executive Chef Christopher
Andrus, to optimize your culinary experience. In the morning, enjoy breakfast for two in the
Olivette Restaurant or from Room Service. You will have complimentary use of the fitness club
and the Houstonian’s three pools. Finally, to top things off, present her with a gorgeous 14 Karat
gold 24-inch necklace with a 14 karat gold slider studded with fancy natural mixed sapphires total weight of 5.84 carats, valued at $2000!
Donated by: The Houstonian Club & Spa, Sterling McCall Lexus, Sorrel
Urban Bistro, and J Loggins Jewelers
9. TWO TO BECOME NASCAR DRIVERS FOR A DAY
Enjoy a driving experience like no other racing experience or racing school -- an experience you
will never forget! Package includes classroom training and two 8-minute racing sessions per
driver in real NASCAR Sprint Cup cars on a professional superspeedway track in addition to a 4night stay at a participating Hyatt Place Hotel and round-trip coach class service for two from
any American Airlines destination in the 48 contiguous United States. A reserve price applies.
Donated by: Friends of Fort Bend Cares
10. FLORIDA PARADISE
Enjoy your own private Florida paradise in this 4 bedroom, 3 bath resort like home boasting 200'
of deep water canal frontage (sleeps 8). Beautiful lush tropical landscaping surrounds you
whether you are relaxing poolside or sitting on the canal and enjoying the tropical breeze. This
Gulf Harbors house is ideally located between Clearwater Beach and Homosassa Springs. Must
be used before August 2014.
Donated by: Kevin and Barbara Kohl
11. DEEP SEA GULF COAST FISHING TRIP FOR FOUR
Two experienced Coast Guard licensed captains will be your guides for a day of deep sea fishing
on a 36 foot Bertram MOPPIE sports fisherman boat out of Matagorda Bay offering some of the
finest fishing for Red Snapper, Ling, Wahoo and other offshore species.
Donated by: Brian Bremser and Thomas Rey
12. LIFESTYLES OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS HUNTING TRIP
This is hunting in style! You and three of your friends will be escorted aboard a private jet for
three days of guided pheasant hunts in Aberdeen, South Dakota – the pheasant hunting capital of
the US. Sit back and relax as you are transported in the lap of luxury from the Sugar Land
airport directly to Aberdeen. Package includes accommodations. Date to be mutually agreed
upon. Expires 2/01/2015.
Donated by: Dr. Scott Breeze, Bruce Gingrich and Fly Faster, LLC