2012 Auction

Live Auction Items

  • A private five course dinner for six with Chef Art Smith at his Washington, D.C. restaurant Art & Soul.
  • Dinner for 12 to 15 individuals in the comfort of your own home with Chef Roberto Donna of La Forchetta.
  • A year of brunches at Washington, D.C.’s top restaurants including Four Seasons, Brasserie Beck, Virtue Feed and Grain, Muse at the Corcoran, Bastille, Eatwell, Birch & Barley, Federalist, Mussel Bar, Founding Farmers, Hank's Oyster Bar and Bar Pilar with transportation to and from the restaurants provided by Uber.
  • A year of dinners at the best restaurants in the area including Ris, Marcel’s, Restaurant Eve, Equinox, Rogue24, Mintwood, Ripple, Firefly, Blue Duck Tavern, Elisir, Vermillion and Urbana with transportation to and from the restaurants provided by Uber.
  • A private party for 40 catered by José Andrés’ food truck, Pepe Food Truck, at a location of your choice.
  • A five course tasting dinner for six complete with wine pairings created by Chef Fabio Trabocchi of Fiola with limousine service from Linder and Associates.
  • Two beautiful and classic wedding bands by Mervis Diamond.


Silent Auction Items

  • Cozy Italian in Cleveland Park
    Enjoy dinner for four people at Dino in Cleveland Park.
  • Be Merry at Black Jack
    Have a happy hour for 10 people at Black Jack in Logan Circle.
  • Tea Time
    Enjoy the well-known afternoon tea at the Loggia Lounge in the Fairmont Washington DC Georgetown.
  • Miami Sunshine Sensation
    As the weather gets colder, escape to Sunny Miami where you can enjoy a 2 night / 3 day stay with breakfast at the Surfcomber, A Kimpton Hotel.
  • Fairmont for Foodies
    Enjoy a 2 night stay at the Fairmont Washington DC Georgetown along with dinner for two at Juniper.
  • Luxurious Liquid Libations
    Enjoy a 2 night stay in a king room at The Plaza Hotel in New York City along with two signature cocktails in the Rose Room.
  • Market Fresh Sunday Brunch
    Enjoy brunch for six at Juniper.
  • For Movie Fans
    $100 Fandango Bucks to see the latest Hollywood blockbusters.
  • Dinner at Café Du Parc
    Enjoy dinner at Café Du Parc at the Willard InterContinental in downtown DC.
  • Indulge in India
    Take a trip around the world with a 5 Night / 6 day stay in a deluxe room at the Marriott Jaipur.
  • Tasting for 20
    Guided wine tasting for 20 people provided by First Vine.
  • Chef Teddy Folkman
    Receive personal service with dinner for four in your home from Chef Teddy Folkman.
  • Oysters and Sparkling Wine for 10
    Join us in the Columbia Room where Derek Brown will pair with Travis Croxton for an unforgettable tasting.
  • Passion Food Hospitality Sampler
    Enjoy a taste at some of DC's top restaurants.
  • Chateau St. Jean 2001 Cinq Cepages
    Win a six bottle presentation case.
  • Carine's Bridal Atelier
    $3,000 voucher towards gown purchase + $500 voucher towards accessories to this Georgetown Bridal Boutique.
  • Sheppard Mansion
    Escape to Sheppard Mansion in Hanover, PA where you will enjoy a chefs table for four people including wine and a guest room for two nights.
  • Custard Social
    DC's newest restaurant phenomenon, Shake Shack, will treat up to 12 guests to a custard social.
  • Legendary NY Italian
    Enjoy dinner for two at Carmine's located in Penn Quarter. Also receive a special cookbook and apron.
  • Gorgeous Gown #1
    Win a Amsale wedding gown.
  • Gorgeous Gown #2
    Win a Lela Rose wedding gown.
  • Look Sharp
    One Primo Collection Suit from custom clothier Michael Andrews Bespoke.
  • Inn at Little Washington
    Dinner for 2 at the Chef’s Table including our 10 course Gastronaut tasting menu paired with wines chosen by in house sommelier.
  • Whoopie Pies
    Enjoy this confectionary delight for one year.
  • Rappahanock River Oysters
    Dinner for two in Topping, VA.
  • Green Pig Bistro
    Dinner for ten in Arlington, VA.
  • Daily Dish
    Win a gift basket and certificate.
  • Bayou Bakery Mardi Gras Bash
    Two passes to Bayou Bakery's Mardi Gras festivities on February 13, and the chance to ride in the Arlington parade with beads and costume supplied by Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery.

Human Rights Campaign, 1640 Rhode Island Ave, NW Washington DC 20036, Chad Griffin, President