2027 mParks Foundation Silent Auction Donation Form

Silent Auction Donation Form

Bid, donate, and help us grow impact—one awesome item at a time.
Each year at the mParks Conference & Trade Show, the exhibit hall buzzes with one more highlight—the mParks Foundation Silent Auction. Your generous donations power scholarships, grants, and community projects that expand access to parks and recreation across Michigan.

We’re seeking unique, useful, and just plain fun items for the 2027 mParks Foundation Silent Auction. Every contribution—large or small—helps develop future leaders, strengthen local agencies, and bring a little extra excitement to the Trade Show floor.

The foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization.
mParks Foundation Federal ID# is 33-1047456.

Great donation ideas include:
- Professional & Industry: conference registrations, trainings, certifications, books, or equipment
- Experiences: hotel stays, spa days, golf outings, ski passes, museum/concert/theater tickets
- Attraction/sporting event/theme-park tickets or passes
- Getaways & Travel: airline or rail vouchers, Michigan Flyer tickets, fuel cards
- Local Flavor: regional gift baskets, restaurant certificates, artisan goods,made-in-Michigan specialties
- Everyday Delights: apparel, jewelry, accessories, outdoor gear, wellness items, yoga or fitness package.
SECTION 1 - ABOUT YOU (DONOR)
1. Donor Type
2. Contact Name

First NameLast Name
3. Organization
This is how your organization will be listed on the bid sheet.
4. Contact Email Address
example@example.com
5. Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
6. Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
7. Website or Social Handle
https://… or @handle”

SECTION 3 - RESTRICTIONS & VALIDITY
15. Certificate Validity Window
Date Range OR Short Text, required. Start no earlier than March 4, 2026; valid for at least one year
16. Blackout Dates or Restrictions (optional)
List any blackout dates, usage limits, advanced booking requirements, age/location limits, etc.
SECTION 4 - DELIVERY & LOGISTICS
17. Fulfillment Details
How will winners receive the item?
18. How will the physical item be delivered?
18a. Preferred Shipping Window
Example: Ship week of Feb 24
19. Upload Digital Certificate (PDF or image)

Allowed types: pdf, jpg, and png. If not uploaded, you’ll provide it by email after the auction.
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20. Location & Scheduling Notes
Venue address, service area, how to book, lead time, and cancellation policy

SECTION 5 - IMAGES & LOGOS
21. Primary Item Image (File Upload, optional but encouraged)

Types: jpg, png; Limit: 10MB
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SECTION 6 - COMPLIANCE & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
You will receive an acknowledgment letter for your donation. Please consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility. The mParks Foundation is the beneficiary of this auction.
Signature (E-Signature, required)
Permission to Use Donation Description
Should be Empty:

Silent Auction Donation Form

SECTION 1 - ABOUT YOU (DONOR)

SECTION 2. YOUR ITEM

SECTION 3 - RESTRICTIONS & VALIDITY

SECTION 4 - DELIVERY & LOGISTICS

SECTION 5 - IMAGES & LOGOS

SECTION 6 - COMPLIANCE & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT