ATLANTA — Woodworking professionals and supporters of skilled trades can bid on exciting items and experiences at the International Woodworking Fair 2024 Silent Auction. This fun and charitable event raises funds for the Woodwork Career Alliance (WCA), a non-profit dedicated to developing the next generation of woodworkers. 

Bid for a good cause

The online auction, featuring more than 100 bid items, kicks off at noon ET on Monday, July 29 and closes 9 p.m. on Thursday, August 8. In addition to being posted on the auction’s website, items will be available for viewing during show hours on the first three days of IWF, Aug. 6-8, at the IWF Silent Auction display located in the A10200 aisle.

Bidders can vie for incredible items like:

•    Autographed memorabilia: Score a piece of history with a signed picture by Taylor Swift, a guitar signed by the iconic Alex Trebek or a Back to the Future II hoverboard signed by Michael J. Fox.
•    Travel and experiences: Tee off at a luxurious golf getaway or explore new destinations with exclusive VIP travel packages.
•    Collectibles and treasures: Discover unique artwork, fine jewelry, and other exciting finds.

This special fundraising event supporting the not-for-profit WCA is being presented through the collaboration of Expo Auctions and IWF, North America’s largest industrial woodworking event. The show is owned by the Wood Machinery Association (WIA).

Expo Auctions’ mobile bidding platform allows bidders from anywhere worldwide to participate using their smartphones. Individuals unable to attend this year’s show can still bid on items to support a good cause.

Participating is easy:
1.    Visit the official auction website: expobid.co/bidapp/index.php?slug=gobid
2.    Register: Sign up with your mobile number, email, and name.
3.    Start bidding: Browse the auction items and place your bids!
4.    Bid winners can either pick up their items during the show or arrange for shipping.

“Generous support from events like IWF helps us create new programs that benefit woodworking education and industry professionals,” says WCA president Scott Nelson. “We aim to showcase the industry’s potential and create a clear career path for those interested in woodworking.”

Learn more about the WCA by visiting IWF booth BC424 or explore woodworkcareer.org.

Registration is open for IWF.