Saturday, September 17, 2022, 6-9 PM at the Water’s Edge Event’s Center, 4687 Millennium Dr, Belcamp, MD 21017
NDIA Aberdeen is a proud sponsor of the Basket Auction for the Annual Fisher House Gala in Aberdeen Maryland. This is annual event that has been held every September since 2004. All proceeds are donated to The Fisher House Foundation which builds comfort homes where military & veteran families can stay free of charge, while a loved one is in the hospital.
Baskets We Will Auction:
1. Warriors on the Green– Warriors on the Green (WOTG) is a non-profit dedicated to using the game of golf to improve the lives of our wounded, ill or injured service members, veterans and their families. This basket includes a foursome to a premier local golf course, sleeves of balls, tees, hats and cigars. Valued at $400. Sponsored by Warriors on the Green.
2. Princess Experience – Two tickets to Disney Princess: The Concert, November 25, 2022, VIP Royal Princess Palace Package, Gray Memo Board, Fairytale Sign, String Lights, Flower Vase. Valued at $500. Sponsored by AUSA.
3. Star-Spangled Princess– Hand Made Red, White and Blue Crocheted Afghan, Grace & Heart Red Jade and Sterling Silver Necklace and Bracelet, Sterling Silver Earrings, Flag Cutting Board, Red, White and Blue Breakfast. Valued at $450. Sponsored by the Letsche Family.
4. Cinderella – Cinderella Enchanted Disney Fine Jewelry Diamond and Blue Topaz Earrings, Cinderella Carriage Scentsy Warmer and Waxes. Valued at $300. Sponsored by the Hoppe Family.
5. Summer Lovin’ – Quilted Table Topper and Coaster Set, Disney Tote, Solar Lantern, BruMate Insulated Wine and Champagne Glasses, Wine and Moscato. Valued at $250. Sponsored by the APG Community Spouses Club
6. Time to be Brave – R Riveter Doyle Signature Black Canvas and Brown Leather Crossbody Bag, Edradour 10 year Single Malt Scotch, Scottish Clan Tartan Wrap, BruMate Stainless Steel Whisky Glass, Edradour Whisky Fudge. Valued at $375. Sponsored by the Hoppe Family.
7. Go Army, Beat Navy -Two tickets to the Army Navy Football Game, Go Army Garden Flag with Flag Holder and Base, Black Utility Tote Bag, Army Napkins, 4 in 1 Insulated Can Cooler, Go Army Scarf . Valued at $350. Donated by AUSA.
8. Go Navy, Beat Army -Two tickets for Army Navy Football Game, Go Navy Garden Flag with Flag Holder and Base, Navy Utility Tote Bag, Navy Napkins, 4 in 1 Insulated Can Cooler, Go Navy Scarf . Valued at $350. Donated by AUSA.
9. Lottery Ticket Tree – Feeling lucky? Here’s a whole lot of lottery games. Didn’t win? We threw in a few bottles of alcohol to cheer you up. Valued at $500. Sponsored by Deanna Ohwevwo
10. Restaurant Basket – Running short on time need a break from cooking? This basket is for you! Full of gift cards to local restaurants of all kinds, something for everyone to enjoy. You will not be disappointed in this BIG basket. Valued at $450. Donated by PM Tactical Networks.
11. Restaurant Basket Redux -Want a second chance at gift cards? Here it is. Valued at $450. Donated by PM Tactical Networks.
12. Bald Eagle Photos -Proudly display the Nation’s symbol! This basket includes two beautiful 19 x23 inch, framed and matted photographs of majestic Bald Eagles. Photographed locally at the Conowingo Dam by award winning artist and Army veteran Jake Jachens, you’ll be proud to hang these in your living room, man-cave, or office. Valued at $500. Donated by Jack Jachens Photography
13. Bloomin’ Good Time – Aberdeen Proving Ground Stoneware Flowerpot filled with Gift Cards. Valued at $250. Sponsored by the APG Community Spouses Club.
14. Camden Yards – Here’s everything you need to see the O’s in their home park. This includes our tickets and a parking pass to the Orioles game versus the Astros at 7:05PM on Saturday, September 24, two Orioles hats, an Orioles shirt, snacks and candy. Valued at $500. Sponsored by Red River.
15. Philly Sports – A sports fan basket of delights from the City of Brotherly Love. This basket includes a James Harden #1 76er Jersey, 76er hats, socks, a pennant, and painting along with a Phillies folding chair. Valued at $250. Sponsored by Ricky Santana
16. Havre de Grace Community – Blue Heron on Canvas by Malgorzata Baker, 1 night stay at Vandiver Inn, Bomboy Crab Crate of Chocolates, Concord Point lighthouse Puzzle, Sterling Silver Crab Earrings, Crab Bowl and Crab Dip Mix, Battery Island Brewing Company Gifts Valued at $310. Sponsored by the City of Havre de Grace
17. Italian Dinner Night – This basket contains 4 espresso cups, 6 shot glasses, Hazelnut rolled waffle sticks, Tomato Basil sauce, Chocolate Almond coffee, 6 Bean Italian style soup mix, Genuine Leather Wine Carrier and 2 bottles red wine, Redemption Bourbon, 2 tea towels, Box of cigars valued $200, Cigar cutter and lighter, $50 amazon gift cared, and a $50 Applebee’s gift card. Basket valued at $500. Donated by Angela Sheldon and Mark Nolletti.
18. The Red, White and Blue – The Harford Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee invites you to celebrate the colors of our nation. Snuggle in a homemade, crocheted flag afghan, sip some red and white (wines), crack some nuts with Uncle Sam, and “cap” it off by displaying “Stars and Stripes” on your door! Valued at $350. Donated by The Harford Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs.
19. Sundae Making – Everything you need to make delightful ice cream sundaes. This includes a Dash Sundae Making Machine; strawberry, fudge, and caramel syrup; waffle cone bits, cookie and cream bits and sprinkle toppings, Kahlua, Bailey’s Irish Cream and a New Chesapeake Kitchen Cookbook. Valued at $250. Sponsored by the Harford County Library.
20. Fairy Tale Weekend -Your fairy tale weekend will start with a getaway weekend at Hersey Spa using your $400.00 gift card. To help get you in the mood you can enjoy a chilled bottle of champagne and some Hershey’s Chocolates. Valued at $400. Sponsored by BSC.
21. Walking Through the Vines – This basket contains, a 2019 Cliff Lede, Cabernet Sauvignon, a 2018 Duckhorn Vineyards Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon, a 2018 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Surber Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, a 2014 Mumm, Cuvee, DVX, a 2016 Chandon, Vintage Brut Yountville, and an Oakville Grocery Bottle Opener, Basket is valued at $408. Donated by Geoff and Jessica Hermanstorfer.
22. Baskets for A Queen and A King – Everything the royal highnesses desire. For the Queen: an assortment of shower gels, body butter, diffusers, hand cream and bath bombs; sponges, towels, a salt lamp, makeup pouch, trinket tray, “Queen of Everything” Coffee cup, and three sparking jewl encrusted Tiara’s. For the King: Raven’s hat, blanket, tumbler, backpack, can clzy, playing cards, zippered cooler and a $20 Amazon gift card. Valued at $500. Sponsored by the Gold Star Mothers.
23. Ironbirds – Certificate for 4 Reserved Tickets, 4 Ironbirds Hats, 4 Ironbirds Cups, 4 Cal Bells, 20th Anniversary Commerative Coin, 20th Anniversary Standing Logo, 2 Aberdeen Rutschman t-shirts, 2 Ironbirds Knit Caps, Steamcrabs Bobble Head, Replica StadiumValued at $225. Sponsored by the Aberdeen Ironbirds.
24. Queen of Hearts – Handmade Red Heart Blanket, Redbreast 12 yr Irish Whisky, Nica Rustica Cigars and Swag, Queen of Hearts Wallet, White Rabbit Poker Cards, Alice in Wonderland Decal. Valued at $350. Sponsored by St. Kevin’s Division 1 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.
25. The Wright Stuff – Curtiss-Wright Takpak, Yeti tumbler, Under Armour 1/4 zip shirt, Blanket, Movies ( The Right Stuff, Hidden Figures, Top Gun, Armageddon, Apollo 13) and Snacks. Valued at $400. Sponsored by Curtiss-Wright.
26. Cigar Humidor – This lustrous dark wood humidor is 8”x18” in size with the Fisher House logo on top. Valued at $150. Sponsored by Ameripak.
27. The American Dream – A 2020 painting by renowned artist Daniel Wall. 16 ½” x 19 ¾”. This is a giclee in color with hand embellishment on canvas. Hand-signed in pigment by the artist. This painting was framed by Park West Gallery and comes with an appraisal. Value at $1900. Donated by Jill McClune.
About the Basket Auction
The Basket Raffle will consist of approximately 25 ‘themed’ baskets that will be auctioned off with the winners announced at the event. The baskets will be provided by various APG Organizations, local businesses, and individuals.
Each donor will be asked to put together items based from a pre-determined list of themes, wrapped in a transparent material, and decorated with the event’s theme.
This year’s theme is Once Upon a Fairy Tale and the coordinating colors are blue and white. Donors are asked to coordinate their themes with Earl Noble, the Basket Committee POC. All donors are encouraged to be creative when creating baskets. Baskets should range in value from $250 to $500. The baskets are to be turned in, with a list of contents, to the POC by September 9th.
The Aberdeen NDIA is a proud sponsor of the Fisher House Basket Raffle. If you are interested in donating a basket or want more information on the raffle, please contact Earl Noble at earl.noble@softekintl.com, (410) 417-8722 or any member of the NDIA.
Our 2021 Raffle Raised $14,790 for constructing a Fisher House at the Perry Point, Maryland VA Hospital
About Fisher House
Fisher House homes are located at military and VA medical centers around the world.
Fisher Houses have up to 21 suites, with private bedrooms and baths. Families share a common kitchen, laundry facilities, a warm dining room, and an inviting living room.
Since inception, the program has saved military and veterans’ families an estimated $500 million in out of pocket costs for lodging and transportation.
Fisher House Foundation also operates the Hero Miles program, using donated frequent flyer miles to bring family members to the bedside of injured service members as well as the Hotels for Heroes program using donated hotel points to allow family members to stay at hotels near medical centers without charge. The Foundation also manages a grant program that supports other military charities and scholarship funds for military children, spouses, and children of fallen and disabled veterans.