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Actual items listed for the July auction
Great White Shark Adventure for (1) in San Francisco
with 3-Night Stay and Airfare for (2)
Great White Shark Adventure for (1) in San Francisco
with 3-Night Stay and Airfare for (2)
Napa Valley Wine Country Experience
Features Chauffeur, Wine Train, 3-Night
Stay and Airfare for (2)
Features Chauffeur, Wine Train, 3-Night
Stay and Airfare for (2)
New York Broadway 4-Night Executive
Level Package with FIRST/BUSINESS
CLASS Airfare for (2)
Level Package with FIRST/BUSINESS
CLASS Airfare for (2)
Jimmy Kimmel Live plus VIP Green Room
with 3-Night Stay and Airfare for (2)
with 3-Night Stay and Airfare for (2)
Le Cordon Bleu Paris Culinary Demo
5-Night Package with Airfare for (2)
5-Night Package with Airfare for (2)
Disney World Resort Family Adventure
4-Night Package with Airfare for (4)
4-Night Package with Airfare for (4)
HANK AARON HAND SIGNED BASEBALL
Fighter Pilot For a Day Adventure for (1) with
4-Night Stay and Airfare for (2)
4-Night Stay and Airfare for (2)
Kennedy Space Center Space Pass and
Astronaut Training Experience with 4-Night Stay
and Airfare for (4)
Astronaut Training Experience with 4-Night Stay
and Airfare for (4)
2010 Kentucky Derby First Floor
Clubhouse Package includes 3-Night Stay
and Airfare for (2)
Clubhouse Package includes 3-Night Stay
and Airfare for (2)
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Lg Ks360 Gsm Triband Phone (unlocked)
Black
Black
Anything you'd like to see on the auction that's not there? We'll see if we can
get it, no obligation to you! Let us know at awbf@bellsouth.net Please put
"Auction Request" in the subject line
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe to use my credit card or give my personal information?
A: Your security is important to us! For that reason, we only use PayPal
(Paypal.com) to receive payments. You may use your Paypal account if you
have one, or PayPal can take any major credit card. You will be taken off our
site onto PayPal's secure site. That way, your credit information is never
seen by us or handled through the auction software.
We also have a SSL certificate, a digital certificate that authenticates the
identity of a Web site and encrypts information that is sent to the server using
Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology. An SSL certificate on a Web site
insures that sensitive data is safe from prying eyes.
If you'd like more information about the safety of Paypal, here's a third party site, About.
com, that discusses the safety measure Paypal uses.http://netforbeginners.about.
com/od/ebay101/ss/paypal101_4.htm
About.com says:
"PayPal is guaranteed against fraud and identity theft. PayPal guarantees 100%
protection against unauthorized payments from your account. Every transaction is
confirmed by email to the PayPal account holder. Any transaction you wish to dispute will
give you access to a 24/7 support team of analysts who will sort out your problem for you."
Q: What about my purchase? How do I know I'm getting what I pay for?
A: For items AWB lists on the auction, we use reputable vendors who
specialize in providing items for charitable auctions. Our vendor for vacation
packages has worked with over 4,000 non-profits in all 50 states for the past
12 years. The winning bidder is sent a certificate package via signature
required delivery. All packages include instructions so winning bidders can
self book. In addition, they provide you with a travel concierge if you have
any questions.
Autographed items come from one of the oldest established online
autographed dealers. They are UACC REGISTERED DEALER #237 (the
most respected and elite autograph organization in the world) and are an
Accredited Better Business Bureau Member with a lifetime complaint free
record. They have excellent references for both their charity work and for
autographs from well know charities such as Ronald McDonald House and
United Firefighters of America.
Our vendor who supplies electronics offers the guarantee that all products
purchased are free of defects or you may return the item immediately for a
new replacement. If the item was damaged during shipment, they send
instructions on how to file a claim. If you are not satisfied with the item, you
may return it to them within a period of 30 days.
We do not stock or ship anything, but will be glad to answer questions and
make sure that you are satisfied with your purchase. Please contact us at
awbf@bellsouth.net
Obviously we have no control over items listed by other people. Since teams
are not receiving the money in cash, but in services, there is less likelihood of
an intentional scam, but should they not send out the item in a timely manner
or are not cooperative, you can contact us and we will give you their
information so you can deal with them directly.
Q: Does a purchase through the AWB Online Auction qualify as a
charitable contribution?
A: Probably the most common misconception bidders have about charitable
auctions is that any payment they make for items purchased constitutes a
charitable contribution to the sponsoring charity. In fact, a charitable
contribution results only if the amount paid for the item exceeds its fair
market value. The fact that the item was donated to the charity does not
change the result. The buyers have entered into a quid pro quo transaction
in which they received value for the payment they made. A quid pro quo
transaction is not a gift.
In this case, the starting bid is the fair market value. So anything you pay
above the starting bid is your charitable donation. For more information: http:
//www.pgdc.com/pgdc/tax-considerations-charitable-auctions
Q: How will my contribution be used?
A: You donation goes to your team to provide MnemeTherapy services. If no
team is designated, the funds will provide matching grants for opening AWB
Chapters. Want more info?
The Art Without Boundaries Foundation has tax exempt status under Section
501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. AWBF is also a virtual organization,
eliminating the need for a brick and mortar office, huge staff salaries and the
many expenses associated with running an office. We are run by volunteers
and our budget is less than $50 per month. Generally when you make a
donation to a charitable organization, 80-90% of it goes just to keep the
doors open. We don't have any doors!
Q: What is MnemeTherapy?
A: MnemeTherapy™ uses everyday pleasures such as singing, movement,
painting and story telling in a unique combination to stimulate dramatic
changes in the brain. Although our goal is to provide a rewarding experience,
documented testimonies show significant improvement in some clients in
verbal skills, mobility, combativeness, spatial acuity and understanding
instructions.
Q: Is this the same as Art Therapy?
A: No. Art Therapy, is a psychological process and therefore must be
licensed by the state. Art Therapy uses expressive or creative art with the
goal of exploring feelings. MnemeTherapy™ is not about feelings or talking
about the art, it's about the brain and synaptic development. Our goal is
provide a rewarding experience and we use everyday, pleasurable
experiences in a unique combination such as singing and painting,
movements, story telling and praise to create whole brain synchronization
and sustained attentive focus. This may stimulate neuroplasticity, or the
ability to move functions and create new neural pathways.
Q: Anything else I need to know?
A: Yes, our vendor for fantasy adventures and travel would like to tell you this
about Suggested Retail Value.
All suggested retail values are based on the following:
American Airlines: The NEW maximum one-way rates are used for the 48
states (Y26), Hawaii (Y26), Canada (Y26), Caribbean (Y26), Mexico (Y26)
and South America (YX). Tariff rates are utilized for Europe and Central
America.
Other Airlines: Tariff rates are utilized. One-way fares are utilized if two
different cities are featured on the departing and returning flights.
Hotels and Tours: Rack rate plus sales tax.
Packages: Each component of a package is priced separately to determine
the total suggested retail value.
All rates are based on the high season that the gift certificate is eligible for
redemption.
Cruises: Brochure rate for the cabin plus airfare add-ons offered by the
cruise line in the brochure.
Ground Transportation: Unless specifically stated otherwise, no ground
transportation is included in any package. The winning bidders are required
to secure and pay for ground transportation from airports to hotels, airports
to cruise ships, hotels to included attractions or tours, etc.
Reservations are all subject to availability.
Have a question we didn't answer? Contact us at awbf@bellsouth.net
get it, no obligation to you! Let us know at awbf@bellsouth.net Please put
"Auction Request" in the subject line
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe to use my credit card or give my personal information?
A: Your security is important to us! For that reason, we only use PayPal
(Paypal.com) to receive payments. You may use your Paypal account if you
have one, or PayPal can take any major credit card. You will be taken off our
site onto PayPal's secure site. That way, your credit information is never
seen by us or handled through the auction software.
We also have a SSL certificate, a digital certificate that authenticates the
identity of a Web site and encrypts information that is sent to the server using
Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology. An SSL certificate on a Web site
insures that sensitive data is safe from prying eyes.
If you'd like more information about the safety of Paypal, here's a third party site, About.
com, that discusses the safety measure Paypal uses.http://netforbeginners.about.
com/od/ebay101/ss/paypal101_4.htm
About.com says:
"PayPal is guaranteed against fraud and identity theft. PayPal guarantees 100%
protection against unauthorized payments from your account. Every transaction is
confirmed by email to the PayPal account holder. Any transaction you wish to dispute will
give you access to a 24/7 support team of analysts who will sort out your problem for you."
Q: What about my purchase? How do I know I'm getting what I pay for?
A: For items AWB lists on the auction, we use reputable vendors who
specialize in providing items for charitable auctions. Our vendor for vacation
packages has worked with over 4,000 non-profits in all 50 states for the past
12 years. The winning bidder is sent a certificate package via signature
required delivery. All packages include instructions so winning bidders can
self book. In addition, they provide you with a travel concierge if you have
any questions.
Autographed items come from one of the oldest established online
autographed dealers. They are UACC REGISTERED DEALER #237 (the
most respected and elite autograph organization in the world) and are an
Accredited Better Business Bureau Member with a lifetime complaint free
record. They have excellent references for both their charity work and for
autographs from well know charities such as Ronald McDonald House and
United Firefighters of America.
Our vendor who supplies electronics offers the guarantee that all products
purchased are free of defects or you may return the item immediately for a
new replacement. If the item was damaged during shipment, they send
instructions on how to file a claim. If you are not satisfied with the item, you
may return it to them within a period of 30 days.
We do not stock or ship anything, but will be glad to answer questions and
make sure that you are satisfied with your purchase. Please contact us at
awbf@bellsouth.net
Obviously we have no control over items listed by other people. Since teams
are not receiving the money in cash, but in services, there is less likelihood of
an intentional scam, but should they not send out the item in a timely manner
or are not cooperative, you can contact us and we will give you their
information so you can deal with them directly.
Q: Does a purchase through the AWB Online Auction qualify as a
charitable contribution?
A: Probably the most common misconception bidders have about charitable
auctions is that any payment they make for items purchased constitutes a
charitable contribution to the sponsoring charity. In fact, a charitable
contribution results only if the amount paid for the item exceeds its fair
market value. The fact that the item was donated to the charity does not
change the result. The buyers have entered into a quid pro quo transaction
in which they received value for the payment they made. A quid pro quo
transaction is not a gift.
In this case, the starting bid is the fair market value. So anything you pay
above the starting bid is your charitable donation. For more information: http:
//www.pgdc.com/pgdc/tax-considerations-charitable-auctions
Q: How will my contribution be used?
A: You donation goes to your team to provide MnemeTherapy services. If no
team is designated, the funds will provide matching grants for opening AWB
Chapters. Want more info?
The Art Without Boundaries Foundation has tax exempt status under Section
501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. AWBF is also a virtual organization,
eliminating the need for a brick and mortar office, huge staff salaries and the
many expenses associated with running an office. We are run by volunteers
and our budget is less than $50 per month. Generally when you make a
donation to a charitable organization, 80-90% of it goes just to keep the
doors open. We don't have any doors!
Q: What is MnemeTherapy?
A: MnemeTherapy™ uses everyday pleasures such as singing, movement,
painting and story telling in a unique combination to stimulate dramatic
changes in the brain. Although our goal is to provide a rewarding experience,
documented testimonies show significant improvement in some clients in
verbal skills, mobility, combativeness, spatial acuity and understanding
instructions.
Q: Is this the same as Art Therapy?
A: No. Art Therapy, is a psychological process and therefore must be
licensed by the state. Art Therapy uses expressive or creative art with the
goal of exploring feelings. MnemeTherapy™ is not about feelings or talking
about the art, it's about the brain and synaptic development. Our goal is
provide a rewarding experience and we use everyday, pleasurable
experiences in a unique combination such as singing and painting,
movements, story telling and praise to create whole brain synchronization
and sustained attentive focus. This may stimulate neuroplasticity, or the
ability to move functions and create new neural pathways.
Q: Anything else I need to know?
A: Yes, our vendor for fantasy adventures and travel would like to tell you this
about Suggested Retail Value.
All suggested retail values are based on the following:
American Airlines: The NEW maximum one-way rates are used for the 48
states (Y26), Hawaii (Y26), Canada (Y26), Caribbean (Y26), Mexico (Y26)
and South America (YX). Tariff rates are utilized for Europe and Central
America.
Other Airlines: Tariff rates are utilized. One-way fares are utilized if two
different cities are featured on the departing and returning flights.
Hotels and Tours: Rack rate plus sales tax.
Packages: Each component of a package is priced separately to determine
the total suggested retail value.
All rates are based on the high season that the gift certificate is eligible for
redemption.
Cruises: Brochure rate for the cabin plus airfare add-ons offered by the
cruise line in the brochure.
Ground Transportation: Unless specifically stated otherwise, no ground
transportation is included in any package. The winning bidders are required
to secure and pay for ground transportation from airports to hotels, airports
to cruise ships, hotels to included attractions or tours, etc.
Reservations are all subject to availability.
Have a question we didn't answer? Contact us at awbf@bellsouth.net
