Auction
At the Virginia Mennonite Relief Sale auction there is something for everyone to bid on. The auction is famous for its beautiful handmade quilts, but you'll also find comforters, wall hangings, art, furniture, unique woodwork, collectibles, and more!
All items are donated, allowing the proceeds of each sale to benefit the Relief Sale (MCC).
Live auction
The live auction will be a simulcast with bidding taking place in-person and online at the same time. Early online bidding has already begun. On the auction days, people may watch online and place bids while others are bidding in person.
Items will be on display at the fairgrounds during the Relief Sale.
Schedule:
Friday, October 3 - 7:00 p.m. until finished (around 9:00 p.m.)
Saturday, October 4 - 9:30 a.m. until finished (around 2:00 p.m.)
Silent auction
The silent auction will be available for in-person bidding only. The auction will start at 7 p.m. on Friday, and bidding will close on half of the items at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, with the rest closing at 12:30 p.m. You must be registered for an in-person bid number to bid on the silent auction items.
Payment and pickup instructions
All items must be paid for before pickup. We accept cards, cash, Venmo and personal checks during the sale weekend. All items must be paid for and picked up by Saturday at 3:00 p.m. at the fairground. If you are bidding from afar or would like to skip the checkout line you can pay online.
How to pay online:
If you created an account to bid online and provided the same email address when registering in person, you can pay through the VA Relief Sale app:
- Open the app and go to the menu.
- Select Account > Billing.
- Tap your invoice to review the items you’ve won.
- Enter your payment card information and select “Pay Now.”
Note: A 3% processing fee will be added to all card payments (both online and in-person). This allows us to send as much of our proceeds as possible to MCC.
Shipping:
Shipping is available for smaller items (e.g. quilts, wall hangings, cutting boards, etc.) for an additional fee.
To request shipping, email auction@vareliefsale.com. We’ll follow up within 24 hours to arrange shipping and provide cost details.
Auction App
Get ready for this year's auction by downloading our auction app! The app provides an easy way to view items, place bids, and stay updated with notifications about your favorite items. Use the links below or search for "VA Relief Sale" in the Google Play or Apple App stores on your mobile device.
Download in the Google Play Store
Download in the Apple App Store
Donate items
The auction relies on donated items. Thank you to everyone who donates!
All donation forms and pictures received prior to September 3 will be included in our printed booklet and early online bidding. Items received after September 3 will be posted online when possible and will be placed at the end of the auction. Items to be auctioned will need to be photographed to be displayed on the auction website.
Items for the live and silent auctions should be brought to the Rockingham County Fairgrounds on Thursday, October 2 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Please include the item donation number with the item.
** The Auction Board reserves the right to determine where and when the items will be sold at the Virginia Mennonite Relief Sale.
Seat reservation
Treat yourself to a VIP view of the auction by reserving a comfortable, padded seat near the stage for $15 each. Your reservation is good for both Friday night and Saturday.
