Gold Star Gala Preview

The highest bidder will be the lucky holder of two paddock passes for the Las Vegas Grand Prix taking place November 19-21, 2026! Paddock passes are considered the pinnacle of F1 hospitality providing a premier, luxurious experience in the heart of the action, situated above the team garages with prime views of the pit lane and the start/finish line. Guests are treated to world-class, all-inclusive gourmet dining from top chefs, premium open bars with free-flowing champagne and spirits, and exclusive F1 experiences such as daily guided pit lane walks, access to the "backstage" paddock area, and appearances from F1 drivers and personnel. Also included is dinner for two (2) at Orla at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, Chef Michael Mina’s brand-new restaurant which features stunning seafood and charcoal-roasted meats. You and your guest will embark on a dining journey to the heart of the Mediterranean!

• Value: $30,200
• Donated by: Lou and Mike Hess

One lucky winner will join Tim Wentworth ’80 for a day at the members-only 3.6 mile Monticello Motor Club! Your day will include breakfast and lunch at the track, use of BMW 340i, helmet, and a private instructor for up to six 30-minute sessions plus an official Monticello Motor Club polo shirt from the pro shop! This experience also includes dinner with Tim the night before and overnight at the Resorts World Hotel in Monticello. This is an experience you cannot buy!

• Value: Priceless
• Donated by: Robin ’80 and Tim ’80 Wentworth

Note:This experience will be scheduled at a mutually convenient time, subject to the availability of the Monticello Motor Club.

Elevate your next getaway with an unforgettable long weekend in the heart of Miami. Enjoy a Thursday through Sunday stay in a spectacular penthouse atop the iconic Four Seasons Hotel Miami, soaring nearly 800 feet above Brickell Avenue. This 6,000-square-foot residence features two luxurious bedrooms for up to four guests, expansive living spaces, and floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, Biscayne Bay, and Miami’s skyline. With flexible scheduling through the end of 2026, this is a rare opportunity to experience the Miami high life in unmatched luxury.

• Value: Priceless
• Donated by: Aaron Newman

Enjoy Geneva's lively eatery, Kindred Fare, with a four-course chef's menu and wine pairing for eight (8). Located in the heart of the Finger Lakes, this popular destination will provide a meal to remember!

• Value: $1,200
• Donated by: Susie Atvell and Jett Mehta

Rev your engines and make new friends at this roving cocktail “Grand Prix” for twelve! This one-of-a-kind experience invites guests to travel between the beautiful homes of your gracious hosts on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 – each stop on Allens Creek and Old Mill Roads serving as a VIP hospitality suite along an unforgettable social circuit. Your evening begins at 6 p.m. with handcrafted cocktails, fine wines, and hearty hors d’oeuvres before guests hop aboard golf carts to cruise to the next destination, where more culinary delights and signature libations await. The final stop brings everyone together for decadent desserts and after-dinner drinks winding down by 9 p.m. With delectable food provided by Rochester’s ever-popular Root Catering and your exceptional hosts, this is a recipe engineered with the finest ingredients!

• Value: Priceless / Buy It Now / Price: $400 per person
• Donated by: Jamie and Loren Flaum, Elizabeth and Jim Murray, Duffy Palmer and Mark Siwiec, Root Catering

Expressly produced according to the exclusive Van Winkle family wheated-recipe and specially selected from barrels in the heart of the aging warehouses, this bourbon remained undisturbed for 15 years to age in deep-charred heavy oak, untouched by human hands, unhurried by time.

• Value: $3,200
• Donated by: Susie Atvell and Jett Mehta

Enjoy a fantastic night of music under the CMAC stars! The highest bidder and three guests will enjoy a concert from Dixon Schwabl+CO’s open-air platinum box! This is a really special opportunity to have the best seats in the house! Choose from limited 2026 concerts or a concert in 2027. Two VIP parking passes are included. Plus, enjoy dinner for four at Rose Tavern or the Sand Bar and an overnight stay at Canandaigua Lake’s premier lakefront luxury resort, the beautiful Lake House on Canandaigua! Included are two Cottage Lake King rooms.

• Value: Priceless!
• Donated by: Lauren Dixon and Mike Schwabl, The Lake House on Canandaigua

Note: Concert is based on availability; The Lake House on Canandaigua overnight is based on availability and blackout dates may apply, stay may not coincide with concert date.

Next Door by Wegmans will present an exclusive five-course tasting menu personally designed by their executive chef. Each course will be expertly paired with a premier wine selected for you by their sommelier. You and up to nine guests will enjoy an out of this world meal!

• Value: $2,500
• Donated by: Next Door by Wegmans

An intimate dinner for ten (10) that offers a relaxed, scenic way to unwind and experience the iconic FLX region. In true Grand Prix fashion, you'll start on pole position at Jett Mehta and Susie Atvell's home for cocktails where the mood is easy and the view is beautiful. From there, you will shift gears and be captained by boat for a lakeside ride arriving at Gigi and Doug Lamb's for hors d’oeuvres before boating down Canandaigua Lake as you make your way to the final destination--the home of Lauren Dixon and Mike Schwabl--where your table is set for victory. An incredible five-course dinner paired with exquisite wines will deliver a finish line experience to savor! After dinner, the competition heats up with a high stakes game of shuffleboard, and the winning team will be awarded an amazing prize!

• Value: $3,000
• Donated by: Lauren Dixon, Mike Schwabl, Susie Atvell, Jett Mehta, Gigi and Doug Lamb

Plan your next trip to New York City around a dining experience like no other at Next Door by Wegmans Astor Place located in NoHo (North of Houston Street), the historic and trendy neighborhood in Lower Manhattan. Through the universal language of food and unparalleled hospitality, four dinners will enjoy a fresh take on contemporary Japanese cuisine. The thoughtfully crafted menu offers a variety of shareable dishes, exceptional Japanese robata-grilled specialties, exquisite sushi and curated wine selection. The world’s best ingredients are sourced from Wegmans most trusted partners, with seafood flown in directly from Japan’s famous fish market. Make this experience the highlight of your next NYC visit!

• Value: $1,000
• Donated by: Next Door by Wegmans

A refined blend of classic and modern design, this bracelet features luminous freshwater pearls accented with 18K yellow gold quilted detailing and a diamond-adorned toggle closure for an elegant, distinctive finish.

Retail Value: $9,615

A true icon, this 42mm stainless steel chronograph features a black dial, hesalite crystal, and classic bracelet—celebrated for its precision, heritage, and timeless design.

Retail Value: $7,800