Benefit Auction

The Gift of Mobility: Luke's Story

By 7017444915 • December 23, 2025

For the entire beginning of his life, Luke lived life on the floor. We met him on our fourth distribution day in Kenya. His arrival at the site was quiet, but his story spoke volumes. Luke, 11, lives with cerebral palsy. Before he was brought to a children’s home for the disabled, he had endured years of neglect. He was tied up, unable to move around, and kept inside his home so his disability would remain hidden. When they found him, he was emaciated, in constant pain, and X-rays revealed a broken hip that had gone untreated for years. His caregiver, Don, brought Luke to our distribution site for the first wheelchair he has ever owned. Fitting his chair took more than two hours, but Luke smiled through every moment of it. He seemed to understand that his world was opening up for the first time. During the fitting, one of our team members stayed by Luke’s side, comforting him. She shared, “I spent a lot of time with him, praying and singing and just stroking the side of his face. And I think that’s one of the things that really got me, I don’t think he’s had much human contact. He would just lean into me, wanting me to keep going, and he grabbed at my hands like he didn’t want to let go.” Every wheelchair you help provide becomes a turning point - a chance for a child to sit upright for the first time, attend school, join their peers, or simply experience life beyond the walls where they were once hidden. For Luke, it meant being seen, supported, and cared for in ways he had never known. This Christmas season, you can give the gift of mobility and change a life forever. Your support ensures that the most vulnerable are not forgotten and brings dignity and hope to children who have endured far too much. Luke is not alone — children like him are waiting across the world. “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” — Matthew 25:40 You can change a life today. Every gift brings light into the darkness and gives children like Luke a future filled with possibility. Thank you for giving children like Luke, and so many others, a chance at dignity and hope. If you wish to contribute, please CLICK HERE to donate today. We are deeply grateful for your support and prayers as we continue our mission to serve and uplift those in need.

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By Hope Haven • October 24, 2025

February 13, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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Rock & Roll for Hope

By nicole.andree • September 3, 2025

April 11, 2026

March 27, 2026

Join us for Hope Haven’s 23rd Annual Benefit Auction on Friday, April 4 at Te Slaa Trucking in Hull, IA (intersection of Hwy 75 & 18). For nearly twenty years, this event has captured the hearts of the communities – an occasion you definitely don’t want to miss! Join us in our biggest fundraiser of the year to support Hope Haven’s local and international service programs. It’s not just an entertaining evening, but also an opportunity to celebrate the impactful work God is doing through Hope Haven. Your support empowers children and adults with disabilities here at home and across the globe.

ENJOY AN EVENING OUT WITH THE ENTIRE FAMILY

4:30 pm – Doors Open
5:00 pm – Food Booth Opens from Kingdom Boundaries (available for guests to purchase meals and beverages)
5:00 pm – Buy It Now Items
5:30 pm – Live Auction (choose from over 450 incredible items for all ages to bid – John Deere Gator, Youth ATV 4-Wheeler, Traeger, Simplicity Lawn Tractor, electronics, trips, furniture, meat bundles, grills, outdoor games, power tools, appliances, toys, gift cards, and so much more!

SNEAK PEEK OF THE CATALOG OF 2025 ITEMS

Check out our CATALOG (FYI – keep checking back as we continue to update as we get more items in)

You’ll find information on all the items pictured in the catalog and MORE! This year’s auction will feature favorite items from years past, but also include a large variety of new, incredible items!

GIVE THE GIFT OF MOBILITY: SPONSOR A WHEELCHAIR

join us for one of the most heartwarming highlights of the evening – our Sponsor A Wheelchair Auction!

$100 provides a refurbished wheelchair for an adult
$300 gifts a child their very own wheelchair

𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫, 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐬 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 $𝟑𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬! Every donation opens up a world of mobility and opportunity for children and adults with disabilities in developing countries. 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫’𝐬 𝐚𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞-𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐛𝐲 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫. Together, we can bring freedom and independence to those who need it most. 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓: 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐎𝐑 𝐍𝐎𝐖- click here.

HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY DONATING

We invite you to join us in making this event a resounding success. Every year, we encourage businesses and individuals to unleash their creativity. We provide innovative ideas to help promote your company and engage bidders. Of course, we value and appreciate all donations, whether they’re unique or traditional. If you or your business are unable to contribute an item, you can still participate by sponsoring a package with a cash donation. Upon request, Hope Haven can handle the coordination of the package details.