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Shoppe Object Partners with Gift for Life for Wildfire Relief
January 28,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
In a continued effort to support those impacted by the devastating wildfires in Southern California, ANDMORE’s Shoppe Object, in partnership with Gift for Life, will host a LA Wildfire Relief “chance auction” during the upcoming Shoppe Object NYC event, Feb 2-4, 2025, at New York City's Starrett-Lehigh Building. Proceeds from the auction will benefit World Central Kitchen (WCK), whose 50 meal distribution sites across Southern California have delivered more than 200,000 meals to Los Angeles communities from Feb 8 to 21.
“As the wildfires and their aftermath continue to devastate parts of Southern California, we feel an urgent responsibility to support those, including our fellow retailers and exhibitors, who have been affected by this crisis,” said Jesse James, Founder of Shoppe Object. “This auction in partnership with Gift For Life and World Central Kitchen is a tangible way for us to come together as a community to help provide immediate relief to those in need.”
Shoppe Object exhibitor-donated items, each with a minimum retail value of $100, will be showcased in a special exhibit area on the 4th floor of Shoppe Object’s new, two-story exhibition space. To date, nearly 150 exhibitors have already confirmed participation, and the list of auction items continues to grow. Highlights include:
Dumae: Everly Vase, with organic lines that complement the natural rhythm of the world (Value $385)
East Fork: 14.5" round serving platter, made with clays regional to the American Southeast, which is lead free and both dishwasher and microwave safe (Value $180)
Evergreen Summer: Original acrylic painting on stretched cotton canvas in a solid wood frame (value $350)
Tracey Tanner: Rebecca handmade leather tote in black foil hide (Value $325)
Through the “chance auction,” participants purchase raffle tickets (1 for $20; 3 for $50; 10 for $100; or 100 for $500) which are then redeemed for chances to win favorite items. To purchase tickets, visit www.giftforlife.org/donate. Tickets will be distributed onsite, upon presentation of a donation receipt, within the auction showcase area on Shoppe Object’s fourth floor.
The LA Wildfire Relief Auction will be open throughout all three days Shoppe Object, February 2 through Tuesday, February 4. Winners will be randomly selected and announced at noon on Feb 4. Prizes can be claimed until 4pm. For questions, contact Kirstie Arribas at kirstie@shoppeobject.com.
“We are thrilled to partner with Shoppe Object to host this special auction and raise funds for World Central Kitchen’s efforts on the ground in California,” said Sarah Mount, Chair of Gift for Life. “Our industry’s strength is rooted in the sense of community, and we are grateful for the support of everyone who will participate in this important fundraising initiative.”