The 2026 SDARJ Gala Silent Auction is now LIVE!
As we celebrate a decade of SDARJ’s work, we’re deeply grateful to the local artists, businesses, and community members who donated to this year’s auction. Their generosity has filled the catalog with something for everyone: original paintings by local artist Jane Knaus and Jean Marie Sanchez, a 14k gold and diamond pendant necklace, a collection of author-signed books from the 2026 History Book Festival, and two nights at the Manhattan Club in New York City. You’ll also find gift certificates to favorite local restaurants, a three-month family YMCA membership, handmade birdhouses and oyster shell sets, knitting lessons, salt water taffy, and homemade treats, including sweet potato pies hand-delivered on Thanksgiving morning by Executive Director Joe Lawson.
With the holidays approaching, this is the perfect chance to find meaningful, one-of-a-kind gifts while supporting a cause that matters. Our goal is to raise $5,000, and every bid helps fund SDARJ’s work advancing racial justice, education, and community connection across Southern Delaware.
Browse the catalog and place your bids here. Can’t bid? You can also donate directly on the auction page.
Winning bidders may email or call Sharon Bernstein (sbernstein2000@hotmail.com or 240-994-3658) to arrange pickup at her home in Rehoboth. All pick-ups must be completed by 5:00pm on December 19th. Please include your full name and cell number in your message. Sharon will provide you with her address.
