Beards & Braids Fall Silent Auction

Join Beards & Braids for our first Fall Silent Auction, with online bidding November 9–14, 2026! Support local dads and daughters while bidding on items donated by area businesses and community members. Featured items include a custom-made knife from a Forged in Fire season winner, gift baskets, local honey, and a professional RV inspection donated by D&S Custom Conversions—with more being added! Beards & Braids is a Salem/Keizer-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping fathers and father figures build stronger relationships with their daughters through shared experiences and a supportive community. Funds raised will support gatherings, activities, supplies, and participation assistance so cost doesn’t keep families from joining us. **Online Auction** Bidding opens Monday, November 9, at 12:00 AM and closes Saturday, November 14, at 1:00 PM Pacific. Participate online through GiveButter; attendance at the gathering is not required. Browse and bid: https://givebutter.com/beardsandbraidsfallauction **Community Coffee Social — Saturday, November 14** We’re also planning a relaxed gathering where families, community members, and local businesses can connect, meet founder Derek Dellinger, and learn more about Beards & Braids. Everyone is welcome, with no obligation to bid or donate. Location and time will be announced once confirmed. **Contribute an Auction Item** Donations of baskets, merchandise, gift certificates, services, and experiences are welcome through Friday, November 6. To contribute or arrange pickup, contact Derek at derek@beardsandbraids.org. Helping dads show up and daughters grow strong.