2026 Online Auction

Welcome to the Guiding Light Mentoring Online Auction!

This year, in place of our annual gala, we are excited to host an Online Auction from October 5–19, 2026.

The success of this fundraiser depends on the generosity of our friends in the community, business owners, community leaders, and activists who share our commitment to investing in the next generation. As a leader in our community, you know the importance of relationships. With your connections, resources, and incredible history of charity work, we know that together we can make a huge difference!

Your support will directly benefit the youth we serve by helping us provide safe, nurturing environments where meaningful mentor-mentee relationships inspire personal growth, leadership, and lifelong success. Every single dollar raised from your bids directly funds our one-to-one mentoring programs, academic support, and youth leadership initiatives—all provided at absolutely no cost to local families.

 Thank you for your generosity, your competitive spirit, and your vital partnership in empowering the next generation of leaders. Happy bidding! 

Established in 2014, Guiding Light Mentoring is an organization dedicated to serving youth ages 8–18 in the Greater Cincinnati area by providing positive role models, teaching relationship skills, and helping develop moral character. Since 2014, we have served over 3,400 youth! Our mission is empowering young people to become the next generation of leaders by equipping them with skills and resources to make a positive and lasting impact in their lives. We are committed to supporting young people and making an impact in their lives all at no cost to families. We provide 1:1 community-based mentorship (Youth Education Program) paired with our healthy mind and body (Wellness Program), after-school leadership program and social emotional groups (W.H.E.E.L. Academy Program), tutoring (Academic Enrichment Program) and violence prevention groups (Project E.P.I.C.). Our vision is a community where every young person embraces their potential, learns to overcome obstacles, and contributes to a meaningful impact in the Greater Cincinnati Area.