Mountain Online Auction
Our annual Online Auction will be held Nov. 1-10.
As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we’ve reimagined the auction to focus on our Franciscan heritage, Bonaventure legacy, specially curated items and unique experience packages. Watch your email, check this page and watch Facebook for links and updates and please spread the word to friends and family!
Auction Highlights:
- Franciscan Pilgrimage for Two: For anyone with a Franciscan heart, do you dream of walking in the footsteps of St. Francis and St. Clare through the streets of Assisi Italy? We are auctioning a pilgrimage for two, sponsored and organized by the Franciscan Pilgrimage Program. This offering includes visiting famous spiritual stops while delighting in Italian Cuisine. Each tour is led by an expert in the lives of Francis and Clare.
- Original Artwork by Fr. Dan Riley: “We are so pleased to offer two original paintings by Fr. Dan, some of his amazing photographs and living stones,” said Mike Fenn, executive director, Mt. Irenaeus. “Fr. Dan loved to paint for the Auction, and he left us some special pieces to share.”
- One-of-a-kind Experiences and Trips: Dinner with St. Bonaventure University President Dr. Jeff Gingerich and his wife Betsy, a four-night Stay for 12 at a beautiful Chautauqua Airbnb, Rohrbach Brewing Beer Pairing Dinner, Ellicottville Weekend, a VIP Experience at the Saratoga Racecourse, an Ask the Experts Lunch with St. Bonaventure Vice President and Director of Athletics Bob Beretta and Bonnies Men’s Basketball General Manager Adrian Wojnarowski, and city experience packages.
- Handmade Mountain Treasures and Gifts from Assisi, Signed and Blessed by Mountain Friars: Tau crosses, manger, and table by Br. Joe Kotula, Br. Kevin’s delicious canned goods from the land, a beautiful Italian tile and wooden crosses.
- Signature Bonaventure Items: Clothing, mugs, and logo items for your home, basketball tickets, and signed items from St. Bonaventure University Men’s Basketball Coach Mark Schmidt.
- Auction Favorites: Colorful Yeti cooler, Puzzle-A-Month, Cutco knife set and other surprises.
Your contributions make a tangible difference to allow us to share our Mountain way of life and ministry every day with thousands of students, visitors and friends. Proceeds from the auction benefit Mt. Irenaeus’ operating budget. Thank you for your continued support of the Mountain and our mission to join with Christ to “make all things new.”