The Hickman’s Art of Caring online auction begins Oct. 8
The Hickman Friends Senior Community of West Chester will host the weeklong Art of Caring Online Auction beginning Oct. 8. The items in the virtual auction were collected for the community’s canceled fundraiser event, Art of Caring: The Roaring 20s, that was scheduled on March 21.
“Due to the pandemic, we had no choice but to cancel the in-person, 1920s- themed event,” said Charles “Ebbie” Alfree III, The Hickman’s director of advancement. “We did not want to put our vulnerable residents, guests, volunteers and staff members in a precarious situation. The safety of our residents and community is our top-priority.”
Prior to canceling, the volunteer event committee collected many exquisite and unique items for the Art of Caring’s silent and live auctions.
“We were very fortunate to receive such wonderful pieces of art, sports memorabilia, jewelry and other items to include in the auctions,” Alfree said. “We deeply appreciated the generosity of the many individuals and establishments that not only donated the items, but also allowed us to keep them for a future event.”
Initially, the committee hoped to hold an in-person event in the fall, but as the pandemic continued, they realized hosting the auction online was the best option.
“We love bringing our supporters and friends together, and we look forward to doing that again in the future,” Alfree said. “But, for now we hope they will join us virtually.”
The auction will include approximately 30 items at a variety of price points.
“From an original oil painting by Gregory Blue, to a signed Eagles football by defensive tackle Fletcher Cox; a dinner prepared by Chef Dan Tagle, to a Tiffany & Co. silver bracelet,” Alfree said. “We certainly have something for everyone!”
The link to the online auction will be released on Oct. 8 on The Hickman’s website, www.thehickman.org, and on the community’s Facebook page. Both sites will be continuously updated prior to the release date with information and pictures of auction items.
The Hickman thanks the 2020 Art of Caring sponsors: Jazz Star: WSFS Bank; Famous Flappers: Gawthrop Greenwood PC, John Serock Catering, Pine & Pine Law Offices and Woman’s Encore LLC; The Bee’s Knees: Blue Dog Printing & Design, Martha Boston & Christopher McKenney, Brandywine Valley Heating & Air Conditioning Inc., Founds-Feryo Cremation and Burial Services LLC, Fulton Bank, Greenbrier, Jeffrey House & Kathy Adams-House, Kencor Elevator Systems Inc., Di & Dallas Krapf, Lenhardt Rodgers Architecture + Interiors, Patricia B. Loew, J. Dean & Nancy O’Banion, PECO, Hank & Julie Schellenger, SERVPRO of West Chester / Southern Delaware County and West Chester Downtown Foundation; Art Deco: BAYADA Home Health Care, Benchmark Construction, Blue Blaze Associates LLC, Brad Abel, Edward Jones Investments, Chester County Hospital, Steve & Kristi Crum, Dave’s Automotive Repair Ent. LLC, Fizzano Family of Associates, Realtors, Freeman’s, Johnson Kendall Johnson, Diane Kauffman-Smith & Joe Smith, Matt & Dianne Krasney, Lamont Coffee & Tea Co., The Leverage-Alfree Family, Manatawny Still Works, Mutual of America, Joel & Lisa Necowitz, Stephen Olsen & Beth Collins, O’Rourke & Sons Inc., Rainer & Co., Dr. & Mrs. Donald J. Rosato, Rovito Law LLC, Betsy Stratton, William Bunch Auctions & Appraisals and Ken & Tina Witek.
Photographs taken by Hunter Reeser. Photograph A – Gregory Blue’s original oil painting, March Sunset, Stroud Series, Study.
Photograph B – Interlocking silver Tiffany & Co. bracelet.
Photograph C – Signed Eagles football by Fletcher Cox (#91 – Defensive Tackle).
About The Hickman: The Hickman is a nonprofit personal care community located on a residential street in the heart of West Chester. Founded in 1891 and guided by Quaker values and traditions, The Hickman provides compassionate, individualized care to older adults in an affordable, home-like environment. For more information or to schedule a personal tour, visit www.thehickman.org or call 484-760-6300.