silent auction

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Edible Art

2 dozen custom cookies.

Donated By: Cassadoodle Cookie

40 PEDI TIME

Pedicure and basket of self care products

Donated By: Kismet Nail Bar

41

Exhale

Schedule your relaxation over the next few months and enjoy this basket full of indulgence.

Donated By: Mariposa Massage Healing Center

42 BIRDWATCHER

Beautiful birdbath to accent your garden!

Donated By: Smitty’s Fireplace Shop

HISTORY OF PINK From Humble Beginnings Come the Greatest Triumphs

While we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Paint the Town PINK, we would like to reflect on history of this incredible event and its role in serving families from across Montana for the past two decades.

After a few years of hosting the Chair-ity Auction at the Montana Club with 100 people in the room, the Board of Directors at Florence Crittenton led by Board members Nan Ballien, Shauna Thomas President, Margaret Anderson, then Executive Director Pat Seiler, and Development Director, Barb Burton, decided they would take the event to the next level and kicked off Paint the Town PINK in 2003. The small event of 250 held at the Civic Center raised about $30,000, and so began a legacy. Today that legacy carries on, raising $200,000$300,000 per year to support the programs at Florence Crittenton. Over the 20 years, the event has incredibly raised over $3 million, with all of the proceeds going straight back to helping families in the care of Florence Crittenton!

While the event has become bigger and better every year, it has always been characterized by one important aspect: amazing and at times, outrageous decorations! The early days of Paint the Town PINK featured paint cans on each table with fabric draping all the way to the ceiling of the Civic Center. There were the days of full themes, such as the Cruise Ship at Carroll College and the Wizard of Oz theme. And who could forget the fantastic dragon celebrating the Chinese New Year. When the event became too big for the Civic Center, the decision was made to move to the Fairgrounds, and there began the really big décor. Sea creatures illuminating the ceiling, circus tents and stilt walkers, and larger than life peacocks and antlers…if you can dream it, you have probably seen it at PINK!

The event has been a great representation of our organization over the years. Just like PINK, Florence Crittenton is constantly evolving to provide high quality services to the community. As was once said by an attendee to now Executive Director, Carrie Krepps, “PINK is a classy event for a classy organization.” The event has always represented the highest quality and attention to detail, just as we do with our programs and service to our clients every day. The event also represents a sense of community, no different than the organization itself. PINK brings together sponsors, auction donors, volunteers, and attendees from all walks of life to put together an incredible event each year. It is never done by one single person, just as our work with our clients is the effort of the entire team of staff and the community’s support. And most importantly, the event represents the ideal that with support, something, or someone, can come from humble beginnings and achieve greatness in this world. Our highly anticipated PINK speakers highlight this perfectly every year. We love to see them shine as they share their story and their lives today. As the event has grown, changed, and achieved our goals, so have our clients…and we are so proud of both.

Thank you for being part of the magic that is PINK and for making a difference in the lives of the families at Florence Crittenton. We are so happy to be back and can’t wait to celebrate this very special anniversary with all of you!

How do I know if I am a successful Silent Auction bidder?

When a Silent Auction section closes, volunteers will circle the final winning bid number and remove the top sheet of the carbon copy. Check yellow sheets to see if you are the lucky winner! During checkout, Silent Auction volunteers will assist you in gathering your auction items.

How do I get these auction items to my car and home?

If you purchased large items and cannot get them home tonight, you can make arrangements with checkout staff to pick those items up by 11:00 a.m. on Sunday at the Fairgrounds.

I won the raffle. What happens now?

Florence Crittenton staff will be calling you within one week following Paint the Town Pink to schedule your trip.

I bought a fabulous trip. What happens now?

Most of the details of your trip will be in your checkout folder. The Development Office will contact you following Paint the Town Pink to coordinate travel arrangements.

My Silent or Live Auction item contains gift certificates. Where are the real ones?

You will receive all gift certificates in an envelope at checkout.

How do I check out?

We will add your raffle purchases, winning auction bids, and donations to your Givergy Invoice. As the night comes to an end, you will receive a text with your invoice and a link to pay. Simply click the link, review your invoice, and follow the prompts to complete payment. If you have any issues or prefer to pay with cash or check, visit the checkout desk.

If you have any further questions, please contact Florence

Crittenton’s Development Office at 406 442 6950 x255.