2025 First Unitarian Auction Fundraiser

First Unitarian Church is a vital congregation in the independent tradition of Rhode Island. Our mission is about inclusion, social action, social justice and equity, and accepting all. Our Auction supports all our ministries as we support each other and serve the city of Providence and wider community.

First Unitarian Church has served communities in Rhode Island and Massachusetts for 300 years. We value the worth of each person, justice in human relations, a free search for meaning, the right of conscience in society, the goal of world community, and respect for interdependence. We strive to provide a beacon for seekers and support for those who wish to grow. First U is heavily involved in social issues in and around Providence, and we offer spiritual and intellectual experiences for all ages.

Come one, come all, to First U’s 5th Annual Fall Auction Fundraising Gala!
Saturday, November 8
Doors open 5 pmUpon entering the Parish House on the night of November 8, you’ll be greeted with two parlors bursting with excitement, raffles, and auction items to peruse and bid on. A ticketed 3-course dinner will be served in the Atrium starting at 5:30 (served on a rolling basis as folks seat themselves in the Atrium), followed by the Live Auction Extravaganza at 8 pm sharp, led by 2025’s NEWEST Grand Auctioneer, Hillary Salmons, in the Atrium. Spiritual Pathways will be holding a Youth Pizza Party in the Auditorium; the makings of a perfect night out for the whole family in the Parish House are upon us! Don’t forget your dazzling outfits for a chance to win a prize…A limited number of dinner tickets are available CLICK HERE! WE SOLD OUT LAST YEAR AND EXPECT TO SELL OUT AGAIN!Tickets can be purchased through Realm starting 10/15 for $35 and include a delicious 3-course meal prepared by First U’s own Master Chef Nancy Weiss-Fried, which will be served in the Atrium.Can’t come for dinner? Want to feed yourself & come afterwards? Dinner tickets sold out?? Drop by anytime during the event to bid on items, purchase raffle tickets, or come by for just dessert & auctions! Everyone is welcome.Want to help!? Accepting all kinds of helping hands for this event, contact Meghan Smith!Still time to donate items & experiences! Contact Nancy Forsstrom with info or questions about your donation, or drop it off in the office!