72
Private Jet Golf Trip
Tired of
waiting in lines at the airport? Why wait when you can take your own private
jet! You and three guests will jet to True North Golf Club in Harbor
Springs, Michigan for a round of golf. Ranked number 33 in the top 100
course in America and one of the top 60 golf destinations in North America by Golf
Digest, True North Golf Club will be host to you and three friends for 36 holes
of golf during your day at the Club. The package includes a private jet
day trip for four passengers, one round of golf, and ground transportation.
Golf is
valid through the 2012 golf season and the jet is valid through December 10,
2012 for four passengers. The trip must be booked 30 days in advance and
is subject to aircraft availability.
Thanks to Priester Aviation and Scott & Judy Leisher
Donor Value: $11,020
73
Vegas
Package to meet David Copperfield
Prepare to
be amazed! This incredible package includes four VIP seats (not available
to the public) to a David Copperfield performance in Las Vegas, a backstage
"meet and greet" opportunity, round trip airfare to and from Las
Vegas for four guests, and hotel nights.
Dates to be
mutually agreed upon. Participants must be over eight years of age.
Thanks to Glen & Trish Tullman
Donor Value: Priceless
74
Ring the
NASDAQ Bell in Times Square
Have you
ever dreamed of ringing the bell and opening NASDAQ in Times Square? Now the
chance is yours! Up to three participants will have the opportunity to ring the
NASDAQ bell thus beginning a day of trading.
The notice
of opportunity is as short as one week in advance of the opportunity. The
schedule of the winning bidder must be flexible.
Thanks to David Wicks
Donor Value: Priceless
75
Chicago
Tribune's Freedom Center Tour and Lunch
Visit the Chicago
Tribune's Freedom
Center production operation, 777 W. Chicago Avenue in Chicago. This
facility, which is one of the world's largest printing plants, has more than
one million square feet. It is where the Chicago Tribune, RedEye, and Hoy are printed, as well as the
Sun-Times and regional editions of the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and
numerous other publications. After seeing plant operations, you and three
guests are invited to have lunch with Tribune executives.
Valid for four
participants. Please make arrangements by April 1, 2012.
Thanks to Chicago Tribune
Donor Value: $400
76
Dine with
Sam Fuld
Dine with
Sam Fuld of the Tampa Bay Rays! You will enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime meal with
Sam at Harry Caray’s with this $200 gift card the next time the Rays are in
town to play the White Sox, September 27, 2012, through September 30, 2012.
Diagnosed with diabetes at age 10, Sam, a former Chicago Cub from 2007-2010,
finished the 2011 season tied for second on the Rays in stolen bases and was a
Gold Glove finalist for LF.
Meal to be
based upon availability and game schedule during the September 27 through
September 30, 2012 series pending Sam’s player status with the Tampa Bay Rays.
Thanks to:
Sam Fuld and Harry Caray’s
Donor
Value: Priceless
173
Autographed Copy of Lost Moon
Lost Moon shares
the story of the infamous NASA voyage of Apollo 13 and the moon shot that
almost ended in catastrophe. Jim Lovell, co-author, has autographed this
copy and brings the perilous tale to vivid life.
Thanks to Friends of JDRF
Donor Value: $23
174
Adorn Your
Porch or Patio
Imagine a
beautiful garden vignette sitting on your window sill featuring cascading ivy,
plump blossoms, brilliant bursts of color cloaked in dappled sunshine and
sprinkled with dew. On the Ledge Landscaping specializes in creating
stunning window boxes and urban planters for city dwellers in the Chicagoland
Area. Receive one 36-inch personalized window box for your terrace or
deck. Labor and installation is included. Also, brighten up your
home or garden with this gold decorative concrete planter standing 15 inches
tall and 17 inches in diameter.
Valid
through December 10, 2012 for residents of the city of Chicago and Northern
suburbs.
Thanks to On the Ledge Landscaping and Planter's Palette
Donor Value: $310
175
Full Detail
Car Wash
Spiff up
your wheels with this certificate for a complete interior, exterior
detailing. This service includes a hand wash, high speed buff and wax,
interior detailing, and work on wheels, chrome, and rubber trim.
Valid
through November 17, 2012.
Thanks to River North Hand Car Wash
Donor Value: $275
176
Three Hours
of Interior Design Consultation
Receive
three hours of interior design consultation with Barron & Stroll, a Chicago
firm that embraces history as a platform for the good life. In a world of
instant gratification, this firm slows the pace of today's lifestyle through
their timeless and engaging interiors.
Valid
through December 31, 2012.
Thanks to Barron & Stroll Interior Design
Donor Value: $1,750
177
Bliss
Product Goody Bag
This goody
bag contains a triple oxygen mask, triple oxygen eye mask, peeling groovy
facial serum, clog dissolving cleanser, moisturizer, high intensity hand cream,
lemon and sage body butter, and lemon and sage soapy suds.
Thanks to Bliss Spa Chicago
Donor Value: $342
178
$250 to
Bath & Body Works
Treat
yourself to a wide array of beauty products using this gift card valued at $250
for Bath & Body Works.
Thanks to Limited Brands
Donor Value: $250
179
$250 Gift
Card to Victoria's Secret
Treat
yourself to something with this $250 gift card to Victoria's Secret.
Thanks to Limited Brands
Donor Value: $250
180
Moon and
Star Mobile
Take home
this celestial dream in blue, silver and gold. This mobile is constructed in
textured anodized aluminum and stand nine inches by 18 inches tall.
Thanks to Q3 Art, Inc.
Donor Value: $58
181
Glass Blown
Sculpture and Glassblowing Lesson
Chicago
artist Pearl Dick has created this hot sculpted, blown glass sculpture for you
to take home and now you can experience a one-on-one glassblowing lesson with
artist Pearl Dick at Chicago Hot Glass. The lesson will last two hours
and all materials are provided. Just show up with an adventurous spirit
and ideas of the art that you wish to create, and the artist will guide you
through this unique craft.
Participant
must be nine years of age or older. If under the age of 14, participant
must be accompanied by an adult.
Thanks to Pearl Dick
Donor Value: $1,480
182
Penguin
Glass Sculpture
Chicago
artist Ben Tullman has created this hot sculpted, blown glass Penguin for you
to enjoy. It stands approximately nine to twelve inches in height.
Thanks to Ben Tullman
Donor Value: $900
183
Blown Glass
Vase and Couples Lesson
This hot
sculpted, blown glass vase was created by Chicago artist Ben
Tullman. In addition, enjoy a two-hour glass blowing lesson with the
artist at Chicago Hot Glass in Chicago. Chicago Hot Glass is the largest
open access glass studio in the area and you and a friend will get a hands-on
lesson! All materials are provided and no prior experience is necessary.
Thanks to Ben Tullman
Donor Value: $710
184
Ten Oil
Changes
Keep your
car in tip top shape with 10 oil changes from St. Charles Chrysler Dodge Jeep.
Thanks to Tom & Maribeth Walsh
Donor Value: $350
255
X-Box 360
4G Console
This leaner
version of the X-box features built-in Wi-Fi for easier connection to the world
of entertainment on X-box LIVE, where HD movies and TV stream in an instant.
It’s ready for the controller-free experiences of Kinect — you don’t just play
the game, you are the game.
Thanks to Charlie Rotering
Donor Value: $200
256
Children's
Outdoor Photography Session
Capture a
moment of your children's lives with one outdoor photography session
and an eight-inch by 10-inch portrait by Bob Campbell Photography, located
in Joliet.
Valid
through July 31, 2012.
Thanks to Bob Campbell Photography
Donor Value: $150
257
Chuggington
Wooden Railway Series
This full
set of wooden train products from the Chuggington Wooden Railway Series
features over 30 items combining the classic charm of wooden train play with
the exciting world of Chuggington, a popular new kids TV series that airs on
the Disney Channel daily.
Recommended
for children three years of age and older.
Thanks to Tomy International
Donor Value: $1,000
366
Five Course
Dinner for Eight at Chicago Cut Steakhouse
Eight
guests will enjoy a marvelous five-course meal in the private room at Chicago
Cut Steakhouse prepared by Executive Chef Jackie Chen. This package also
features champagne from Roederer Cristal and Cabernet Sauvignon from Paul
Hobbs, Lewis and Spottswoode. Tax and gratuity are included.
Valid
through November 2012. Must be redeemed on a mutually agreed upon
date.
Thanks to Chicago Cut Steakhouse
Donor Value: $5,200
367
Chef's
Lunch for Four at EPIC
Four guests
will thoroughly enjoy a four-course lunch, including wine, at EPIC Restaurant
in River North. Esquire Magazine recently named EPIC one of the best new
restaurants in America.
Valid
through November 23, 2012. Tax and gratuity are not included.
Thanks to EPIC
Donor Value: $500
368
$250 Gift
Card to Spiaggia
Experience
Spiaggia with this $250 gift card to the restaurant. Spiaggia has set the
tone for Italian fine dining in Chicago and in the United States. A favorite
Michigan Avenue restaurant of critics and patrons alike, this timeless
four-star restaurant celebrates the cuisine of Chef/Partner Tony Mantuano, who
creates luxurious, world-class Italian cuisine showcasing the finest
ingredients presented with simple elegance.
Thanks to Levy Restaurants
Donor Value: $250
369
Signed
Cookbook and Rosebud Gift Card
Enjoy this
signed copy of Cibo, which literally translates to 'food' in Italian, by
author Michael Ponzio along with $100 gift card to Rosebud Restaurants.
The book provides its readers with a broad range of culinary techniques such as
making dough, homemade pastas, sausage and pastries. Both professional and home
cooks alike welcome Cibo as a reference tool for Italian cooking.
Thanks to Chef Michael Ponzio and Rosebud Restaurants
Donor Value: $135
461
Signed Copy
of Sacred Hoops
This autographed copy of Sacred Hoops is an inside look at the higher wisdom of teamwork from the
Chicago Bulls' head coach Phil Jackson. At the heart of the book is
Jackson's philosophy of mindful basketball and his lifelong quest to bring
enlightenment to the competitive world of professional sports.
Thanks to Friends of JDRF
Donor Value: $23
462
Pair of
Bears Tickets
Grab a
friend and head to Soldier Field to root for the Chicago Bears during a
2011-2012 season game! Watch Jay Cutler and the rest of the Bears take
the field from these great seats located in section 153, row 11, seats 18 -19.
Valid for
two tickets during the 2011-2012 football season on a mutually agreed upon
date.
Thanks to Emkay, Inc. and Greg Tepas
Donor Value: $180
463
Golf at
Royal Melbourne Country Club
You and
three friends will enjoy a round of golf with carts at the Royal Melbourne
Country in Long Grove. The 18-hole championship course, carved into the
surrounding wetlands, ponds, prairies and trees, combines the beauty of sport
with the beauty of nature. Golfers not only experience the challenge of the
game the way it was meant to be played, but they get to do so in a lushly
landscaped world inhabited by deer, swans, hawks and other local wildlife.
Valid for
four participants, Tuesday through Thursday, through October 31, 2012
Thanks to Royal Melbourne Country Club
Donor Value: $512
464
Golf for
Two at Medinah Country Club
Bring your
friend for a round of golf at Medinah Country Club, home of the 2012 Ryder Cup.
located in Medinah, Illinois. Experience the rich greens and golf history
of Medinah's course number three designed by Tom Bendelow. This package
also includes a caddie, cart, and lunch with the member.
Valid for
one round of golf for two participants. Round must be with a member or
golf professional. Date to be mutually agreed upon for the 2012 golf
season.
Thanks to Emkay, Inc. and Greg Tepas
Donor Value: $500
465
Four White
Sox Tickets
Take me out
to the ball game! You and three friends will have a ball with four White Sox
tickets, located in section 145, row 8, seats 10-13. Also included is a
parking pass for your convenience.
Valid for a
mutually agreed upon game during the 2012 season. Winning bidder will
provide three game preferences, and you will receive four tickets to one of
those choices.
Thanks to Mitchell & Karyn Liss
Donor Value: $160
466
Ride the
Zamboni at United Center
Experience
the thrill of a lifetime when you ride on the Blackhawks Zamboni during the
first intermission of the December 18, 2011 Blackhawks game! Along with
this opportunity, you receive four tickets to the December 18, 2011 game in
section 106, row 18, seats 5-8. Don't let this opportunity pass you by!
Zamboni
riders must be at least 48 inches tall.
Thanks to Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service
Donor Value: $540
467
Blackhawks
Suite
On December
28, 2011, you and 11 guests will watch the Chicago Blackhawks take on the Los
Angeles Kings from the luxury of an executive suite! Included are four
parking passes and $500 credit for food and beverages.
Valid for
12 people on December 28, 2011, only.
Thanks to AAR CORP.
Donor Value: $4,500
528
Private
Oasis in Calistoga, CA
You and a
guest will delight in a two-night stay in your very own Bay Forest Lodge at
Calistoga Ranch in Calistoga, California. The private lodge was designed
with comfort in mind as you discover warm contemporary interiors, welcoming
amenities, and luxurious details. Each guest lodge features a fireplace,
original artwork, down duvets, Italian linens and signature botanical bath
products…not to mention the chance to shower under the stars in your secluded
outdoor shower garden. You will also receive breakfast for two each
morning in the resort's lake house.
Calistoga Ranch is tucked into a private canyon in the Upper Napa Valley on a
157-acre site marked by ancient oaks, majestic hills, a rock-hewn stream and
private lake. It is truly a breathtaking destination that can be yours!
Valid
through December 10, 2012. Blackout dates apply.
Thanks to Calistoga Ranch
Donor Value: $3,000
529
Casino
Night in Michigan
Experience
Four Winds Casino Resort, in New Buffalo, Michigan or Hartford, Michigan with a
$350 gift card. Use this card toward dinner at the Copper Rock Steakhouse
and an overnight stay at the beautiful hotel. Slot machines, table games,
and poker await you at this gaming mirage!
Thanks to Four Winds Casino Resort
Donor Value: $350
530
Two-Night
Stay at Westin O'Hare
Two guests
will enjoy two nights in deluxe accommodations at the Westin O'Hare in
Rosemont. The Westin O'Hare is conveniently located near the
airport, Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Allstate Arena, and the
Rosemont Theatre. Tax is included in this package.
Valid
through November 9, 2012 for a Friday and Saturday night stay. Based on
availability.
Thanks to Westin O'Hare
Donor Value: $278
531
One-Night
Stay at Westin Lombard
Enjoy
overnight getaway for two guests at the Westin Lombard Yorktown Center in
Lombard for either a Friday or Saturday night. Tax is
included.
Valid through
December 10, 2012. Subject to
availability.
Thanks to The Westin Lombard Yorktown Center
Donor Value: $150
532
Four
Tickets to Universal Studios Hollywood
With
thrilling theme park rides and shows, a real working movie studio and Los
Angeles’ best shops, restaurants and cinemas at CityWalk, Universal Studios
Hollywood is a unique experience that's fun for the whole family. This
package includes four tickets to Universal Studios Hollywood, the
"Entertainment Capital of L.A."
Airfare is
not included.
Thanks to Foundation Content
Donor Value: $500
675
In-Home
Wine Tasting for 15
Enjoy an
eight-bottle in-home wine tasting for up to 15 people. Wine from PRP
vineyards and other private estates will be presented in a relaxed and
informative setting that will delight everyone from the casual wine drinker to
the discerning wine enthusiast. Use these six crystal glasses to help
serve the flowing wine at your wine tasting.
Wine
tasting is valid for up to 15 people for two hours. All participants must
be 21 years of age or older. Please book by March 30, 2012.
Thanks to Bill & Joanna Stein, Patrick Reedy, and PRP
Wine International, Inc.
Donor Value: $470
676
Tour &
Tasting at Lynfred Winery
Grab nine
friends and head to Roselle for the afternoon! Ten guests will enjoy a
scheduled tour and tasting at the Lynfred Winery in Roselle, an on-site wine
production center.
Valid
through October 31, 2012 at the Roselle location only. Reservations must
be made in advance. Participants must be 21 years of age and older.
Thanks to Lynfred Winery
Donor Value: $120
677
Infinity
Wine Rack
This wine
bottle holder is unlike any bottle holder you've you seen before.
Designed by Ron Arad, the elements can be fastened together to form an
indefinite number of rings inside of which bottles may be stored.
Thanks to Bill & Kim Donovan
Donor Value: $81
678
Wine
Tasting for 10 in Wheeling
Spend a
fall day with nine friends while you experience a scheduled wine tasting at the
Lynfred Winery in Wheeling.
Valid
through October 31, 2012 for up to 10 participants. Participants must be age 21
years of age and older.
Thanks to Lynfred Winery, Wheeling
Donor Value: $90
679
2006
Sangiovese
This
combination of one bottle of 2006 Couples & Co Sangiovese and golf hat,
both signed by professional golfer Fred Couples, are perfect for a golf and
wine enthusiast. The Sangiovese is balanced and bright with an intensity,
density, and character commonly found in Italian Brunellos.
Thanks to Jack & Deborah Magnusen
Donor Value: $100
680
Wine
Tasting for Ten in Naperville
Ten guests
will enjoy a scheduled wine tasting at the Tasting deVine Cellars in
Naperville. Also, add this aqua ceramic wine chiller to your collection
to keep any of your new favorite wines chilled to perfection.
Valid through
October 31, 2012 at the Naperville location only. Reservations must be
made in advance. Participants must be 21 years of age and older.
Thanks to Bill & Joanna Stein and Tasting deVine Cellars
Donor Value: $90
681
Ten-Person
Wine Tasting in Wheaton
Experience
a ten-person wine tasting with the experts! Tasting deVine, located in Wheaton,
will host you and nine friends for an informative wine tasting that will leave
you thirty for more!
Valid
through October 31, 2012 for the Wheaton location only. Reservations must
be made in advance. Participants must be 21 years of age and older.
Thanks to Tasting deVine
Donor Value: $90
682
Wine
Tasting for Ten in Naperville
Enjoy a
wine tasting for up to 10 adults at the Tasting deVine Cellars in Naperville.
Valid through
August 6, 2012 at the Naperville location. Reservations must be made in advance. Participants must be 21 years of age or
older.
Thanks to Tom & Maribeth Walsh
Donor Value: $200
Bob
Campbell Photography
Bob Chinn’s
Crab House
Café
Central
Egg Harbor
Cafe
Frosted by
Lesley, Inc.
Joey
Iazzetto
Kane County
Cougars
Cara Walsh
Maura Walsh
Noreen
Walsh
Sheila
Walsh
The Lucky
Month
Viper Alley
Thank you to those who donated
after the printing of the addendum
Michael and Sarah Alter
Joe and Marisue Lacher
