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Give, Bid, Win: Top Five Reasons to Support United Way's Online Auction

By: Dana Purkey | 08/30/2010

It's that time of year again for the United Way of Greater St. Louis' online auction, and Standing Partnership is proud to help support the effort and raise money for our community.

Want a VIP trip for four to Super Bowl XLV? What about a shoe shopping spree at Famous Footwear? Or a private wine tasting party for you and nine of your friends? All of these items and dozens more are now available at www.givebidwin.com.

In case you're still not convinced to check out the Web site, here are five excellent reasons to visit www.givebidwin.com and bid on auction items in support of United Way:

1. With nearly 150 auction items ranging from sports memorabilia to music concerts, behind-the-scenes tours and private dining, you're sure to find something you MUST have!
2. The holidays are right around the corner. United Way's online auction makes it easy to shop online and find one-of-a-kind gifts for friends and family. You'll also be supporting a good cause!
3. United Way is auctioning off unique experiences that you can't normally purchase, such as group packages and behind-the-scenes tours at the world-renowned Endangered Wolf Center, Missouri Botanical Gardens, St. Louis Science Center's OMNIMAX Theater and more. Yes, please!
4. Opening bids for auction items start as low as $5. There are plenty of affordable items that won't drain your wallet but will land you some pretty cool stuff.
5. Support your community! United Way funds nearly 200health and human service agencies. Proceeds from the auction will go to one in three people in this region to strengthen families, help the elderly, keep children healthy and safe, and build stronger neighborhoods.

So what are you waiting for? Go to www.givebidwin.com now through September 9 and support United Way!

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