The College of the Florida Keys’ (CFK) Foundation is hosting a two-week virtual silent auction as part of the thirteenth annual Seaside Soiree fundraiser to support CFK students and programs. Bidding in the silent auction opens on Friday, February 14 at 6 a.m. and ends on Friday, February 28 at 8:30 p.m., during the event, which will be at the Islander Resort in Islamorada. The virtual silent auction offers opportunities for individuals to support the College’s fundraising efforts regardless of their attendance at the Seaside Soiree event.

Created to attract all levels of support, the auction features a range of value points. Items up for bid include adventure and travel experiences, dining and catering packages, art, jewelry, books, and more. Those interested in participating can access the auction website at CFK.edu/soiree. Throughout the auction period, new items may be introduced, so bidders are encouraged to visit often. Bidders will receive email notices about auction activity including notifications if they have been outbid on any items.

Title sponsors of the Seaside Soiree are Annette and David Curry and Essential Net Solutions. Additional sponsors include First Horizon Bank, Jim Rifkin and Jane Packard, The Lisa Ferringo Group, Mote Marine Laboratory, Ajax Building Company, Baptist Health South Florida, and Spottswood Companies.

For more information about the Seaside Soiree fundraising efforts, visit CFK.edu/soiree or contact Lana Gaspari, CFK Vice President of Advancement and CFK Foundation Executive Director, at foundation@cfk.edu or 305-809-3214.