Auction for Animals
Saturday, October 24, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
SPCA Florida Campus
Adventure Awaits • Legends Are Real • Lives Are Changed​
ATTENTION, ADVENTURERS AND FELLOW ARCHAEOLOGISTS!
A centuries-old map has resurfaced... It speaks of a legendary treasure known only as The Lost Bark—an ancient force said to possess the power to unite every being through loyalty, hope, and compassion. But no explorer can complete this expedition alone. Indiana Bones and his fearless companion, Small Pounce, are assembling an elite team of adventurers to navigate hidden passages, uncover priceless treasures, and help rescue the animals waiting for their own happy ending.
Will You Join the Quest?
YOUR EXPLORER'S PASS
The greatest treasure isn’t hidden in an ancient temple...
It’s the hope, healing, and second chances you’ll help provide
for every animal in SPCA Florida’s care.
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Tickets: $150 per Adventurer
Every ticket purchased helps write a new beginning
for an animal searching for their forever home.
YOUR EXPEDITION ITINERARY
Your journey begins the moment you arrive...
Enjoy an evening of exploration, discovery, and adventure as every treasure uncovered helps provide food, shelter, and medical care for the hundreds
of animals who rely on SPCA Florida.
Along Your Journey You’ll Encounter...
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Treasure-Filled Silent Auction
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Thrilling Live Auction
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Extraordinary Raffle
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Exciting Cash Call
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Open Bar & Passed Hors d’oeuvres
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Delectable Plated Dinner
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Valet Parking Service
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Captivating Entertainment
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Pets on Crusade
THE ADVENTURER'S FEAST
Passed Hors d’oeuvres
Greek Meatballs with Tzatziki • Dates Stuffed with Goat Cheese
Honey & Pistachios • Peruvian Shrimp Ceviche Shots
Traditional Deviled Eggs • Hummus with Feta & Olive Tapenade
Salad
Peruvian Cucumber, Dill & Feta Salad on
Mixed Greens with a Lime Vinaigrette dressing
Expedition Entrées
1. New York Strip Steak
Black Garlic Jus • Fingerling Potatoes • Roasted Vegetables
2. Peruvian Herb-Marinated Chicken Breast
Cilantro Lime Sauce • Confetti Rice • Roasted Vegetables
3. Mediterranean Lemon & Herb-Crusted Salmon
Saffron Cream • Confetti Rice • Roasted Vegetables
4. Vegan Panko-Crusted Eggplant
Curried Chickpea Topping • Grilled Naan Bread
Desserts
Gold-Dusted Chocolate Ganache Brownie Bombs
Crème Brûlée with Burnt Sugar & Fresh Raspberries
Vegan Chocolate Tart
$20 or 6 for $100
Drawing Saturday, October 24​
Peru: Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu & Cuzco — 7 Days
Journey into the heart of the Inca Empire on a 7-day adventure through Peru. Explore the colorful markets of Pisac, travel through the spectacular Sacred Valley, and discover the legendary citadel of Machu Picchu. In historic Cuzco, uncover layers of Inca and Spanish history while experiencing local markets, traditional cuisine, ancient temples and impressive fortresses. Your journey concludes in Lima, where colonial landmarks and centuries of Peruvian history await. From breathtaking mountain landscapes to fascinating ancient cultures, this is Peru at its most captivating.
Costa Rica: Arenal & Monteverde — 7 Days
Experience the natural wonders and adventurous spirit of Costa Rica on a 7-day self-drive journey. Travel from vibrant San José to the volcanic landscapes of Arenal, where you can relax in natural hot springs, hike through lush surroundings or enjoy unforgettable views of the volcano and lake. Continue to the magical Monteverde Cloud Forest, a biodiversity haven filled with wildlife, misty trails and towering rainforest. Choose your own adventure with canopy zip lines, hanging bridges and forest excursions before returning to San José. It’s the perfect blend of freedom, nature and adventure.
Riviera Maya: Luxury Adults-Only Escape — 6 Nights
Escape to paradise with a 6-night luxury adults-only all-inclusive stay at Bahia Principe Escape Sian Ka’an, nestled within the lush Mayan jungle near Tulum. Enjoy a Penthouse Deluxe Junior Suite featuring a private rooftop terrace, jacuzzi and panoramic jungle views. With unlimited dining, drinks, entertainment, water sports and resort amenities, every detail is designed for relaxation. Your getaway also includes private transfers and unforgettable excursions that bring together ancient Mayan culture, Caribbean beauty and thrilling adventure.
Find Your Own Destiny: Create Your Own Vacation
Not every explorer dreams of the same adventure! If you’re our lucky raffle winner, you can choose the vacation that speaks to you—or create an adventure all your own. Dreaming of somewhere completely different? Choose your own vacation and enjoy travel experiences with an equivalent dollar value to the featured prize. Pick the destination, plan the adventure, and make it a trip that’s uniquely yours.
A Bundle of Bills: Or Take $5,000 Cash
Prefer to keep things simple? You can choose $5,000 in cash and decide how you want to spend it. Whether it goes toward a dream getaway, a long-awaited project or something special for yourself, the choice is yours.
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Raffle Rules and Regulations
These are the Official Rules for the “2026 SPCA Florida Auction for Animals Raffle”. The SPCA Inc. (DBA) SPCA Florida is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit, private charitable organization. Dedicated to improving the lives of pets and people in the community, SPCA Florida provides care, compassion, and hope to several thousand homeless pets every year. Our community outreach and education programs serve thousands more pets and people as well. SPCA Florida is a No-Kill organization and will only euthanize animals for severe medical reasons. SPCA stands for the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. We are an independent non-profit organization and are not affiliated with or associated with any other organization with SPCA in its name. After applicable prize expenses (not to exceed $5,000) have been covered, all remaining proceeds will directly support SPCA Florida's mission of caring for homeless animals, including providing medical treatment, nutritious food, shelter, enrichment, and other lifesaving care until they find loving homes.
General Conditions: By entering, entrants accept and agree to the Official Rules and the decisions of the SPCA Florida.
By entering this drawing, all participants and the winner consent to the use of their names and likenesses in publicity related to the drawing and its outcome without compensation and waive any and all claims against the SPCA Florida. Participants in this drawing must be 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. Donations for tickets will begin on July 20th, 2026, and will cease on Saturday, October 24th, 2026, at 07:00 PM EST. The raffle winner will be issued a 1099 for the raffle value (if applicable and requested) and is solely responsible for payment of any and all income taxes associated with their win. The winner is also responsible for any and all extra charges outside of the $5,000 cost of the prize. Regardless of their relationship with the SPCA Florida, all entries will have the same opportunity and odds of winning.
There is no limit to the number of tickets available for this event. Tickets will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no minimum or maximum number of tickets to be sold to each donor.
No purchase or contribution is necessary to enter the raffle. While there is no requirement to donate the recommended ticket price, the purpose of this raffle is to raise funds to benefit the non-profit and animals of the community. Participants in the raffle are encouraged to donate the minimum recommended amount for each ticket requested. Make checks and Money Orders payable to SPCA Florida and sent to SPCA Florida, Attn: Auction for Animals Raffle, 5850 Brannen Rd. S. Lakeland, Fl 33813. Drawing will be held at 8:00 PM EST on October 24th, 2026, at SPCA Florida 5850 Brannen Rd. S., Lakeland, FL 33813. No need to be present to win. The winner of the raffle will be notified by mail, email, and/or telephone, depending on the contact methods provided by the winner. The winner will also be announced on the SPCA Florida website after the drawing.
All Raffle ticket sales are final. No refunds will be made.
The odds of winning the prize depends on the number of raffle tickets sold.
No purchase/contribution is necessary to enter; a minimum $20 donation is suggested per ticket, or $100 for 6 tickets. To receive a free ticket, requests must be received in writing and must include name, address, valid e-mail address and phone number with a self-addressed envelope with postage. To be eligible, mail-in requests for one free entry must be received by mail; no later than Monday, October 19th, 2026, at 12:00AM Midnight. Only one free ticket per household via written request is available. Free ticket must be requested in writing and may not be requested through the Internet or phone. All tickets, regardless of how they are obtained, have the same odds of winning.
Tickets will be issued in the name designated by the entrant at the time of purchase. This year’s drawing will be done by randomly drawing a paper ticket from a bin. The winner will be notified based on the name and contact information provided by the donor. Ticket purchases made online will be assigned a physical ticket which will be physically placed in the raffle bin.
Drawing is open to all ticket holders. SPCA Florida reserves the right to award the prize to the individual whom it determines to be the winner. All decisions are final. The winner will be responsible for all taxes (Federal, State, and Local) as well as licensing, registration, and delivery of the prize. The winner will be notified by telephone, e-mail, and/or US Mail based on the information indicated on the ticket at the time of ticket purchase. The winner must present a valid identification that matches the winning ticket in order to claim the prize.
The Official Rules are located on SPCA Florida’s web site at http://www.spcaflorida.org/auction_for_animals_2026 or may be obtained by sending a self-addressed, postage-paid envelope to SPCA Florida, Attn: Auction for Animals Raffle, 5850 Brannen Rd. S. Lakeland, Fl 33813. Donations to SPCA Florida and this event are non-refundable. For additional information or confirmation of drawing date contact the SPCA Florida, or call (863) 646-7722. (Rules subject to change without prior notification).
SPCA Inc, (DBA) SPCA Florida #CH2174 has complied with the registration requirements of Chapter 496, F.S., Solicitation of Contributions Act. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) within the state or on-line at www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the State of Florida.
In accordance with Federal Law and US Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis or race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call 800-795-3272 or 202-720-6382 (TTY) USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.