Wellington, FL – On Friday, January 17, in Wellington, FL, the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation will host “Take Me To Tokyo,” a benefit gala to raise critical funds to support the U.S. Equestrian Teams headed for the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Chaired and hosted by honorary chairmen Lou and Joan Jacobs and chairs Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa, the special event will feature eight live auction items and packages, with all proceeds going to the U.S. teams preparing to compete at the 2020 Olympic Games.
Get Ready To Bid On Eight Fabulous Live Auction Items and Packages!
FENDER Guitar, Signed by The Boss
Donated by Patti Scialfa and Bruce Springsteen
A rare opportunity to go home with something that truly ranks among one of the most revered and iconic items to own!
It’s rarely offered, but the Springsteens are generously putting up for auction a FENDER guitar, signed by the The Boss, for the benefit of the United States Equestrian Team. This is truly priceless!
Team USA Power Pack
2019 EZGO Express Golf Cart and M2S Electric Bike
Donated by Randy Lambert, Dever Inc., and a friend of the “Team”
Cruise the grounds, your farm, or the fairways in style proudly showing your support for Team USA. This top-of-the-line golf cart, a new EZ-GO Express S4, comes loaded with a 13.5 H.P Kawasaki Engine, a 4” suspension lift kit, 23” mid terrain tires, 14” matte black custom aluminum wheels, a custom bazooka Bluetooth stereo system, LED undercarriage lighting, and much more!
Daytona 500 VIP Experience
Donated by MARS Equestrian
Be a VIP and gain insider access to the top at the Daytona 500 on February 16, 2020! After a pre-race meet and greet and photos with team owner Joe Gibbs and reigning NASCAR Cup Champion driver Kyle Busch, guests will have the option to watch the race from the grandstands or from pit road.
This package includes four All-Access VIP Pit and Garage Passes, offering a behind the scenes look at all the race elements. If that isn’t cool enough, guests can take a turn sitting in the Pit box with the Crew Chief during the race tuned in to the race strategy and developments!
Your Favorite Horse or Dog Custom Portrait
Donated by Sharon Lynn Campbell
Always a favorite for horse owners and animal lovers! Preserve the likeness of your favorite horse forever in a beautiful oil portrait – created by Sharon Lynn Campbell.
Your finished work will be your choice of a head/neck or full body and comes already framed. This ready-to-hang portrait will be of the finest quality and workmanship. The photo shoot should take place during the 2020 Winter Equestrian Festival or an agreed upon location.
These one-of-a-kind paintings are sure to add brilliance and elegance to your home.
Exquisite Verdura Gold Criss Cross Cuff, NYC Dinner, Drinks, and Broadway Show
Donated by Verdura
The iconic 18k yellow gold Verdura Criss Cross Cuff has been a favorite of leading ladies and fashion icons since its creation. In addition to the Criss Cross Cuff, Verdura will treat two guests to a Broadway show, a pre-theatre dinner at one of New York’s best theatre district Italian restaurants, and drinks at Bar Centrale.
One-Week Stay on Martha’s Vineyard
Donated by Bill and Olivia Weeks
Spend the week in the height of the summer season in an exquisite English Country luxury summer home in the heart of Edgartown with pool and manicured grounds.
Its location offers an easy stroll to dinner on the harbor, or a walk to Fuller Beach. The in-ground pool is worthy of a boutique hotel and features a separate guest apartment.
This beautiful home has seven bedrooms and six and a half baths, a master bedroom in a private wing, and a double bedroom on the first floor. Additionally, a separate guest quarters are atop the carriage house, which has twin beds. House sleeps 14. Beautifully furnished throughout, this home is one of Edgartown’s Gems!
Tokyo Olympic Games Show Jumping Package
Donated by the USET Foundation
First Class all the way! Cheer on Team USA at the Olympic Games with fellow supporters and horse owners for Team USA! This VIP package includes one double occupancy guest room at the ANA Intercontinental Hotel, an invitation to the Team USA reception, transportation to and from the competition venue, and two tickets for the days of all jumping competitions, August 4 – 10, and a Team USA swag bag.
Harley Davidson Motorcycle, Signed by The Boss
Donated by Patti Scialfa and Bruce Springsteen
Were you born to ride? This live auction item is for all Springsteen fans, motorcycle mamas, or anyone who wants to have a piece of American history! Picture arriving at a party or cruising the streets on this Harley Davidson motorcycle, donated and signed by The Boss!
