Welcome to the Western States Public Radio Online Auction!

Bid on a catalog that showcases the very best of the west, from great travel packages throughout the Southwest and along the Pacific Coast to entertainment options, concert tickets, spa retreats, great local dining and shopping opportunities and one-of-a-kind experiences available only from public radio.  

It’s a partnership that brings together the premiere leisure brands of the west, your favorite local corporate supporters and the fun and excitement of an auction together—all to benefit public radio!

There is truly something for everyone... so take time to peruse the catalog to your left and be sure to check back frequently, as new items are being added daily.

Tips for success:

Register now so you're ready to bid and watch your favorite items. If you've registered for a prior auction, make sure your contact information is accurate and that your credit card details are up to date so you don't lose an item you really hope to win!

In order to have a successful auction we need to communicate with you updates while the auction is underway. The auction emails will come from "@biddingforgood.org" so please add this email address to your "acceptable email list" so we can avoid any spam filters.

Tips for navigating the catalog:

With eight partner stations participating, the catalog is substantial! Categories of popular items such as dining, entertainment, adventure, etc, are broken down regionally to make browsing a little easier. 

Be a WSPROA advocate!

Spread the word--help make this event successful for everyone! Click the buttons at the left to to share this page on MySpace, Facebook and Twitter! Refer your friends! Call your mom! (Okay, you get the idea...)

Bid Early & Bid Often: Making your Max Bid on the items you really want to win will help ensure your chances of auction victory without constant monitoring.

NOTE: Although the auction closes at 1 p.m. PT on Saturday, items that are receiving active bids during the final minutes of the auction will remain open for bidding until five minutes has elapsed since the last bid. This "bid extension" gives everyone who wishes to bid on an item the opportunity to do so and not be hindered by a slow internet connection, etc.

Listen for auction updates!

Click on the Help button above right for a list of FAQs.

Thank item donors by patronizing their business! Show them that you appreciate their support of public radio.

Be sure to read the auction Terms and Conditions prior to bidding (yes, it's some legalese but it also contains important information that can probably answer questions you have). Then, if you still have questions, don't hesitate to e-mail us. Your question will be forwarded to the appropriate station representative for your item.

Have Fun and Good Luck!

All proceeds benefit the partner stations:

The Western States Public Radio Online Auction is a collaborative effort between the partner stations. Proceeds of individual packages directly benefit the station who has submitted them to the auction. Click here to see the distribution policies for each station.