The AEFBC is holding an online auction beginning on Monday evening, December 8, 2025, to raise funds that will help provide adult education programming and resource materials.

 

AUCTION EXTENDED! The auction closes at 9 PM Monday, December 16.

 

 Once you bid on an item, you may opt to be sent an email notice when you’ve been outbid, encouraging friendly competition for a great cause. Participating businesses this year include:

 

  • Aubrey's
  • Clayton Center for the Arts
  • Foothills Plants and Produce
  • Little River Trading Co. / Cycology Bicycles
  • Oldham Hospitality - Dancing Bear, Peaceful Side Social, Apple Valley Cafe, Peaceful Side Brewery, Dancing Bean, FudgeShop.com, Smoky Mountain Sasquatch, and Apple Valley Mountain Village
  • Raven Steakhouse / Bella Maryville
  • Salon 24
  • Salon Azure
  • The Abbey, Townsend 
  • The Stone Cottage

 

The AEFBC's Online Auction aims to raise awareness of and funds to support disadvantaged adults and families in the community through education and training. Check back regularly, as auction items may continue to be added during the event.

 

Winning bids may be paid for by cash or check.

 

Winning bidders may arrange to have their gift certificates mailed or picked up.

 

Individuals, businesses, and corporations may also become a 2026 sponsor of the Adult Education Foundation of Blount County for one year at various levels:

  • Friends (Individual): $15
  • Bronze: $100 - $150
  • Silver: $151 - $300
  • Gold: $500 - $999
  • Platinum: $1,000
  • Premium Platinum: $2000 +

Contact Jackie Taylor with questions or inquiries about how to become a sponsor or online auction donor: jackie@jataylor.net.