Silent Auction
Silent Auction at Annual Conference & Expo
One of the most popular (and largest) fundraisers for the Foundation is our Silent Auction each year at ALA’s Annual Conference & Expo. Members and business partners love participating in this event each year.
In 2026, the Silent Auction will open on April 6 and conclude on April 15, at 1 p.m. Eastern. While the auction will be run in conjunction with the 2026 Annual Conference & Expo in National Harbor, it is entirely virtual. Anyone will be able to browse the catalog of items available and submit a bid from anywhere using any device that has internet access. Check back here in April for the link to the auction!
Donate to the Silent Auction
A great way to support the Foundation is by donating an item or professional service to the Silent Auction. The Foundation encourages anyone from chapters, business partners and members wishing to support the Foundation's mission to donate an item. Some of our most popular items include:
- Travel Gear and Experiences
- Fashion items (bags, watches, etc.)
- Technology (earphones, office equipment, etc.)
- Subscriptions
- Gift Certificates
- Home and Kitchen Items
(NOTE: In light of various shipping restrictions, no alcoholic beverages, please.)
The Foundation is also happy to accept monetary donations towards the Silent Auction in lieu of an item.
We will begin accepting donations on February 16. Each prospective donor must fill out a donation form by March 30 with a description of the item or professional service, along with a photo or scanned image of the item. The donor will hold the item until the conclusion of the silent auction and then send the item directly to the auction winner using the details provided by the Foundation. This process is the same for any individual, chapter or business partner who wishes to donate.
Questions About the Silent Auction?
If you have any questions about how the Foundation’s Silent Auction works or are interested in donating, reach us at [email protected].
