River Country Chamber Charity Auction 2025

River Country Chamber Charity Auction 2025

Event Sponsors

THANK YOU SUSTAINING SPONSOR!
American Classic
Gerber Federal Credit Union
Wolff Builders, LLC
Date and Time

Thursday Nov 6, 2025
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EST


 

Location

The Dogwood Center for Performing Arts
4734 S Campus Court
Fremont, MI  49412
 

Fees/Admission

Includes full dinner buffet with dessert and two beverage tickets per person
Note: please advise if you have food allergies when registering

*Individual Ticket $50

 

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Rachael Porter
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Description

The River Country Chamber of Commerce of Newaygo County cordially invites you to an elegant evening filled with laughter, while also giving back to our community. Join us for our annual charity auction. This year's event will be held on Thursday, November 6th.

A professional auctioneer will feature a wide variety of items, such as golf packages to local courses, exquisite jewelry, one-of-a-kind gift baskets, unique experiences and much more. A generous portion of proceeds from the auction will go towards supporting our selected recipient: Bellwether Harbor!

Bellwether Harbor  Animal Shelter is a public animal shelter in Fremont, MI. With donor and community support the shelter focuses on four key programs: Intake & Adoption, Training & Humane Education, Trap-Neuter-Return(TNR) and Direct Support to the Community. Funds from the auction will directly support:

  • Veterinary services for spay/neuter and vaccinations
  • Purchase of remaining essential equipment, including another surgery table heating pad and additional anesthesia machine
  • Ongoing supplies such as food and recovery care items
  • Outreach and education to increase community awareness and community participation 


This evening is not only an opportunity to give back but also a chance to network with community leaders, business owners, and fellow philanthropists. It is a night of celebration, where we come together to make a difference and bring hope to those in need. We hope that you will join us for this special evening and help us make a positive impact in our community. Please RSVP by November 1st to secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you there!

We are humbled and so grateful with the generosity that our recipient and chamber received in 2024.  Approx. $14,000 was donated to Love INC of Newaygo County for their Rooms of Refuge program with your generous support! 

♦Sponsorship Opportunities are available

FAQ:
What is the attire: Cocktail attire - a balance between polished and relaxed—more elevated than business casual, but not as formal as a tuxedo or floor-length gown. But really, we just want your presence and for you to be comfortable!
Parking: This venue is super accessible and plenty of parking. There are reserved handicap spots in front of the venue or a convenient and covered drop off location. 
How can I help? We'd love your help! If you'd like to donate, please fill out this form or there's a  Printable option here. We also love volunteers - sign up pending.
What payment methods do you accept? During the event we will accept cash, check or credit card. An invoice option will not be available during the event. We kindly ask you to not check out until the live auction has been completed. 
How can my organization apply to be the recipient? It's easy! Submission deadline was 7/24/25. Thank you for your interest. Announcement will be made soon!


Timeline:
5:30-6:00: Mingle, check out silent auction items, cash bar
6:00-6:30: Dinner buffet
6:30: Silent auction closes, dessert, recipient & chamber speaks
6:45: Silent auction winners announced, Live auction begins


 

 “The River Country Chamber Charity Auction is one of the premier events in Newaygo County each year.  Besides seeing friends and meeting new people, we gather to support worthwhile organizations doing amazing work in our county.  I look forward to this event every year with great anticipation!”

 -John P. Buckley Jr.  President/CEO

 

SAMPLE OF 2024 AUCTION ITEMS! 
ELECTRIC BIKE
DINNER FOR 4 AT SCOTT SWINEHART'S HOME
NUMEROUS GOLF PACKAGES
JAGA ARMORY FIREARMS
SPARKLY JEWELRY! (EARRINGS, WATCH, BRACELET)
FISH STIX CHARTER FISHING TRIP
VEHICLE DETAILING PACKAGE, EMPIRE DETAILING
MASSAGE CERTIFICATES, GEERS CHIROPRACTIC
2 CORDS OF FIREWOOD, BARTON'S CUTTING EDGE
MUSKEGON LUGE SPORTS PARK PASS
CANADIAN LAKES CAMPING PACKAGE
CARSON FAMILY BEEF GIFT BASKET
TAMARAC 6 MONTH GYM MEMBERSHIP 
TAMARAC AQUABOOST FACIAL CERTIFICATE
JOHN BALL ZOO PASSES
GIFT CARD COURTESY OF COUNTRYSIDE SEPTIC
LIA'S LINE DANCING CERTIFICATES
THE WILDLIFE CENTER AT LEGENDS RANCH DOE HUNT
ABANDONED ACRES CERTIFICATES
CIVIC CENTER PASSES
INNER BEAUTY MASSAGE & SPA CERTIFICATE
6 MONTHS OF FLOWERS FROM A I M FLORAL
CUSTOM CURATED BASKETS FROM:
J&A SUNRISE, JAMS SWEET RETREAT, CARSON FAMILY BEEF, CHASE BEAUTY & MORE!





 

Event Sponsors

THANK YOU SUSTAINING SPONSOR!
Smuggler's at North Shore
All American North Country Store
American Classic Dumpster Services

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