What Is Dining in the Dark?

Dining in the Dark is CABVI’s largest annual fundraiser. Each year, our generous guests come together to support CABVI’s mission by eating their dinner blindfolded. This year the gala is virtual because the safety of our supporters is of the upmost importance to us. While you’re watching the event, we encourage you to eat dinner with your blindfold on at home!

 

Where are the proceeds of the event going?

All proceeds directly benefit CABVI’s services for people who are blind or visually impaired.

 

When do the auction and raffles open and close?

The Online Auction will open on Monday, November 9th at 12:00pm and close on Sunday, November 15th at 12:00pm.

The Bourbon and Wine Raffle will open on Monday, November 9th at 12:00pm and close on Saturday, November 14th at 7:50pm. The winners will be announced during the LIVE Dining in the Dark stream on November 14th at 8:00pm.

 

How do I register to participate in the auction and raffles?

Go to https://DID2020.ggo.bid and create an account to register:

 

How does the online auction work?

This year’s auction will use Greater Giving Online Bidding. You can bid on auction items, purchase raffle tickets, and donate using your smartphone, computer or tablet.

 

Getting Started:

1. On the auction page, click ‘Start Bidding’ to register.
2. When the auction is open, you will receive an automated ‘Welcome’ text with your bidder link.
3. After clicking the link in the text, begin searching for packages by name or number.
4. Select the package on which you wish to bid.
5. You can Bid the next increment or Bid More than the next increment.
6. If you choose to Bid More, you can choose to set your Max Bid. If your max bid is the highest, the system will automatically bid in your favor until you are outbid or until the silent auction closes. If your bid is lower than the highest max bid on that package, you will be prompted to enter a higher bid.
7. To "watch" a package, select the star icon on the package.
8. If you’re out-bid at any point before the silent auction closes, you will receive a text message.
9. To view packages on which you are bidding, click the menu button and select Bids.
10. To view packages you are watching, click the menu button and select Favorites.
11. Once the auction closes, the guest with the highest bid will win.
12. Under the Bids area, you can check your winning packages.
13. To make a donation, select the ‘Fund the Mission button’ on your home screen and choose a preset amount or select the Custom Amount button to enter the amount you wish to donate.

 

Auction & Raffle Rules

• All winning bids are final. There will be no exchange or refund on items unless otherwise specified.
• Please pay careful attention to all conditions, restrictions, and expiration dates on items and services. Unless otherwise stated, gift certificates exclude alcohol, tax and gratuity.
• All gift card usage is the responsibility of the buyer. Although the gift card and amount is currently valid, CABVI cannot be held responsible for unused gift cards at businesses that may cease to operate before the expiration date.
• CABVI will not ship alcohol to a winning bidder. You must be at least 21 years old to purchase any packages containing alcohol and ID will be required upon item pickup.
• Dates for all trips and similar events must be mutually arranged with the donor, unless otherwise noted. No refunds are permitted for canceled, lost, or unused tickets and/or accommodations. Airfare is not included on any raffle or auction trips.
• Auction items may not be transferred from the original buyer to another auction outside of CABVI without prior written consent from the donor.
• CABVI has strived to describe the auction items correctly, but all items are sold “as is.” No statements contained on this website or elsewhere shall be deemed a warranty, representation or assumption of liability. Bidders should carefully note the specific restrictions, conditions, and expiration dates for items purchased.

 

How do I pick up my items?

All Auction and Raffle purchases can be picked up curbside at CABVI (2045 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45202) on the following dates:

Monday, November 16th, from 4:00 - 8:00pm

Wednesday, November 18th, from 4:00 - 8:00pm

Saturday, November 21st, from 12:00 - 4:00pm

If you are unable to attend one of the above curbside pick-up dates and times, please contact Hanna Firestone at 513-487-4530 or hanna.firestone@cincyblind.org - after December 31st, 2020 any items not claimed will be considered a donation back to CABVI.

 

I’m still having trouble, is there someone who can help me?

Absolutely! We understand this can be new to a lot of people. If you have any questions, please email our amazing IT guy Brad Dundes at brad.dundes@cincyblind.org. Brad will be on call the night of the event to help as well.