{"id":15164,"date":"2026-05-01T18:30:31","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T01:30:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=15164"},"modified":"2026-05-01T18:35:37","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T01:35:37","slug":"the-kids-first-silent-auction-is-open","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2026\/the-kids-first-silent-auction-is-open\/","title":{"rendered":"THE KIDS FIRST! SILENT AUCTION IS OPEN!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Shop for a Cause: Turn Art Into Opportunity<\/strong><\/p>\n

The\u00a0KIDS FIRST! Online Auction\u00a0is officially live at midnight May 2! We\u2019ve curated an exclusive collection of rare experiences and masterworks\u2014and this year, we are bringing you closer to Hollywood than ever before.<\/p>\n

The Spotlight: VIP Experiences with Mallory Lewis<\/strong>\u00a0We are honored to feature exclusive opportunities with the legendary Mallory Lewis! Whether you are a fan of her iconic work with\u00a0Lamb Chop\u00a0<\/strong>or looking for industry insights, these experiences are the crown jewels of our catalog.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Want to Wait? Use “Buy It Now!”<\/strong>\u00a0Found something you absolutely must have? Skip the bidding war! Many of our most coveted items\u2014including fine art, jewelry, and select experiences\u2014feature a\u00a0“Buy It Now”<\/strong>\u00a0option. Secure your favorite treasure instantly and support our mission today.<\/p>\n

Your Impact:<\/strong>\u00a0Every winning bid and “Buy It Now” purchase directly fuels the\u00a0KIDS FIRST! Film Critics<\/strong>\u00a0program. Your support empowers our youth reporters to master media literacy, build critical thinking skills, and find their voices in the world of entertainment.<\/p>\n

Browse the catalog, share the link with your circle, and let\u2019s make an impact together.\u00a0Happy bidding!<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Details:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bidding Starts:<\/strong>\u00a0Midnight, May 2, 2026 MDT<\/p>\n

Bidding Ends:<\/strong>\u00a0June 15 at 11:59 p.m. MDT<\/p>\n

The Mission:<\/strong>\u00a0Championing the next generation of storytellers.<\/p>\n

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Item #1 and #2: Spend an Private Day or a Zoom Call with Mallory Lewis and the world’s most beloved puppet, Lamb Chop.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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