Shoppe Object teams with Gift for Life for LA wildfire relief auction

By Edited by Megan Smalley

Funds raised during the NYC show will support World Central Kitchen’s crisis relief efforts.

In a continued effort to support those impacted by wildfires in Southern California, ANDMORE’s Shoppe Object, in partnership with Gift for Life, will host an LA Wildfire Relief “chance auction” during the upcoming Shoppe Object event Feb. 2-4 at the Starrett-Lehigh Building in New York City. Proceeds from the auction will benefit World Central Kitchen, whose 50 meal distribution sites across Southern California have delivered more than 200,000 meals to Los Angeles communities from Jan. 8-21.

“As the wildfires and their aftermath continue to devastate parts of Southern California, we feel an urgent responsibility to support those, including our fellow retailers and exhibitors, who have been affected by this crisis,” says Jesse James, founder of Shoppe Object. “This auction in partnership with Gift for Life and World Central Kitchen is a tangible way for us to come together as a community to help provide immediate relief to those in need.”

Shoppe Object exhibitor-donated items, each with a minimum retail value of $100, will be showcased in a special exhibit area on the 4th floor of Shoppe Object’s new, two-story exhibition space. To date, nearly 150 exhibitors have confirmed participation in the auction.

Auction highlights include an Everly Vase from Dumae valued at about $385, a 14.5-inch round serving platter from East Fork valued at about $180, an original acrylic painting from Evergreen Summer valued at $350 and a Rebecca handmade leather tote in black foil hide from Tracey Tanner valued at $325.

Through the “chance auction,” participants purchase raffle tickets, which are then redeemed for chances to win favorite items. To purchase tickets, visit www.giftforlife.org/donate. Tickets will be distributed on-site, upon presentation of a donation receipt, within the auction showcase area on Shoppe Object’s fourth floor.

The LA Wildfire Relief Auction will be open throughout all three days of Shoppe Object. Winners will be randomly selected and announced at noon on Feb. 4, and prizes can be claimed until 4 p.m. Contact Kirstie Arribas with any questions at kirstie@shoppeobject.com.

“We are thrilled to partner with Shoppe Object to host this special auction and raise funds for World Central Kitchen’s efforts on the ground in California,” says Sarah Mount, chair of Gift for Life. “Our industry’s strength is rooted in the sense of community, and we are grateful for the support of everyone who will participate in this important fundraising initiative.”