St. Ben’s Bash ~ Donations

Lucky to Be at St. Ben’s ~ Your Generosity Makes the Bash Possible

Every contribution — large or small — directly strengthens St. Benedict School and supports the programs and resources our students rely on. We welcome all donations for our live and silent auctions, basket raffles, and specialty packages!

Help us build an exciting auction lineup! Whether you donate a gift card, themed basket, local experience, service, or specialty item, your contribution directly fuels our fundraising success. To donate an item, please complete the form below. If you need help coordinating pick-up or drop-off, contact us at dtd@saintbenedicts.com and our team will be happy to assist!

We gladly accept:

• Gift cards and certificates
• Themed baskets
• Travel or entertainment experiences
• Professional services
• Family-friendly items
• Specialty or luxury goods

The Bash Wish List: 

The Wish List includes examples of popular items that help our auction shine. These ideas are meant to spark inspiration — and we’re grateful for any creative or unique donation you choose to contribute.  If you'd like to donate an item directly, we’ve created an optional online registry where supporters can purchase items to be shipped straight to St. Ben’s. Our team will handle everything from there.

Online Registry: Click here to send a gift to the St. Ben’s Bash!

Donation Ideas for the Auction:  

• Tickets to Bills, Sabres, Bandits, Bisons, or UB games
• Buffalo sports memorabilia (signed or unsigned)
• Golf foursomes, lesson packages, or country club passes
• Ski gear, lift tickets, or ski weekend packages

Tailgating essentials:

• Youth sports training sessions or clinics
• Meet-and-greets with local athletes
• Local fitness club memberships or personal training sessions

Entertainment, Tickets & Unique Experiences

• Concert tickets
• Theater passes (Shea’s, Shakespeare in the Park, musical tours)
• Behind-the-scenes experiences
• Chef-hosted dinners or tastings
• Brewery, winery, or distillery tours
• Private lessons in music, art, cooking, or photography

Travel & Getaways

• Hotel stays or travel gift cards
• Airbnb/VRBO weekend getaways
• Ellicottville, Niagara Falls, NYC, or Florida packages
• Airline vouchers
• Car detailing or auto care gift cards
• Road-trip essentials or luggage sets

For the Home

• Outdoor patio heaters, lanterns, or garden décor
• Small appliances (ice makers, mini fridges, espresso machines, mixers)

Home organization packages:

• High-demand household items (air purifiers, vacuums, etc.)
• Seasonal décor sets

Tech & Gadgets:

• Tablets, e-readers, headphones, or portable speakers
• Smart home devices
• Gaming consoles or accessories
• Photography gear
• Mini projectors or printing tech

Summer Fun & Family Activities:

• Pool toys, outdoor games, sports nets
• Ice cream shop gift cards
• Waterpark or amusement park passes
• Camp, swim, or dance class certificates
• Zoo or museum memberships
• Backyard games (cornhole, KanJam, Spikeball)

Buffalo Favorites:

• Local restaurant gift cards
• Buffalo-themed artwork
• AKG Art Museum passes
• Frank Lloyd Wright attractions
• Theater and cultural institution GCs
• Boutique or local shop gift cards
• Unique Buffalo-made products

Games, Toys & Kids’ Activities:

• LEGO sets, puzzles, board games
• Toy store gift cards
• STEM kits
• Local children’s activity passes (Lasertron, trampoline parks, bowling, skating)

Health, Wellness & Self-Care:

• Spa or massage gift certificates
• Beauty baskets or salon packages
• Yoga, Pilates, or boutique fitness memberships
• Wellness equipment (massage guns, fitness trackers)
• Holistic or wellness services

Around the World: Travel & Culinary

• Travel accessories (luggage, toiletry kits, packing cubes)
• Decorative maps or artwork
• International cooking classes
• Specialty kitchen appliances (air fryers, woks, French presses, pasta makers)
• Gourmet ingredients or themed dinner baskets

Local Dining & Culinary Experiences:

• Gift cards to Buffalo and Amherst restaurants
• Curated food and wine baskets
• Chef’s table experiences

Arts, Culture & Music:

• Concert merch
• Prints or artworks from local artists
• Arts & crafts kits
• Music lessons or studio sessions

We’re here to make donating easy, fun, and meaningful. Contact the St. Ben’s Bash Team anytime at dtd@saintbenedicts.com

Your generosity helps fuel the programs, resources, and opportunities that make St. Ben’s extraordinary ~ Thank you for supporting our students.

Go Tigers!!