Beards & Braids Fall Silent Auction

About this event

Join Beards & Braids for our first Fall Silent Auction, with online bidding November 9-14, 2026! Support local dads and daughters while bidding on items donated by area businesses and community members. Featured items include a custom-made knife from a Forged in Fire season winner, gift baskets, local honey, and a professional RV inspection donated by D&S Custom Conversions-with more being added! Beards & Braids is a Salem/Keizer-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping fathers and father figures build stronger relationships with their daughters through shared experiences and a supportive community. Funds raised will support gatherings, activities, supplies, and participation assistance so cost doesn't keep families from joining us. **Online Auction** Bidding opens Monday, November 9, at 12:00 AM and closes Saturday, November 14, at 1:00 PM Pacific. Participate online through GiveButter; attendance at the gathering is not required. Browse and bid: https://givebutter.com/beardsandbraidsfallauction **Community Coffee Social - Saturday, November 14** We're also planning a relaxed gathering where families, community members, and local businesses can connect, meet founder Derek Dellinger, and learn more about Beards & Braids. Everyone is welcome, with no obligation to bid or donate. Location and time will be announced once confirmed. **Contribute an Auction Item** Donations of baskets, merchandise, gift certificates, services, and experiences are welcome through Friday, November 6. To contribute or arrange pickup, contact Derek at derek@beardsandbraids.org. Helping dads show up and daughters grow strong.