Help us set sail for our new home: Contribute to Ahoy, NoMa!’s silent auction
WIT’s silent auction is a major highlight of our annual fundraiser that gets everyone in our community excited and involved!
WHAT’S NEEDED: We need your help in gathering auction items. Donated items tend to be wonderfully eclectic — from traditional things like gift certificates and live event passes, to offbeat items such as a custom portrait of your pet or a personalized styling session, as well as big-ticket items like travel vouchers and beachfront vacation stays.
WHY IT MATTERS: This year’s auction is especially important because it supports WIT’s capital campaign to construct a vibrant new community hub in NoMa — a space that will house our theater, classes, rehearsal spaces, and in-person WIT@Work training sessions.
THE EVENT: The silent auction will be a highlight of Ahoy, NoMa! — WIT’s nautical-themed fundraiser on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Wunder Garten (1101 First St NE, Washington, DC). Come dressed as a pirate, a mermaid, or whatever the sea inspires, and enjoy an evening of costumes, music, dancing, cocktails, and tacos from Little Miner — all while bidding on incredible auction items. Tickets on sale now!
HOW TO HELP: The easiest way to support the silent auction is by donating something yourself and/or encouraging others to do the same. In the past, we’ve seen businesses — including restaurants and specialty shops — donate physical items and services. We’ve also had generous members of our community offer priceless experiences. Donate using this simple form — if you have questions, you can email dan@witdc.org.
GET INVOLVED: We could use your help in approaching establishments that you patronize (your yoga studio, go-to bar, favorite restaurant, florist, book store, café, fitness club, etc.) or by donating creative items and services that you yourself create or provide.
SUCH AS:
- A gift card to a business or restaurant. If you’re a regular somewhere, ask if they might be willing to make a donation.
- A personal service such as music lessons, cooking classes, a photography shoot, or graphic design services.
- An improv-related service — like personalized coaching — or an “out of the box” experience such as leading a night of Texas Hold ‘Em poker.
- Something nautical-themed or NoMa-inspired to match our Ahoy, NoMa! spirit!
INSPIRATION: Need extra help coming up with ideas? Check out the items that were donated last year.
And, of course, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for supporting Ahoy, NoMa! and helping WIT drop anchor in its exciting new home. Bidding on this year’s auction items will begin at the event on May 30th — don’t miss the boat!