Annual Auction

An evening of giving

Join us for an exciting evening of bidding, dining, and community support at the first annual Buffalo PACK Auction. This year, it’s all about the Kentucky Derby, from fancy hats to seersucker suits!

We are proud to host this event in support of The Villages Charter School Autism Center (TVCSAC). Dedicated to empowering students on the autism spectrum, TVCSAC provides tailored educational paths and specialized resources that allow every child to thrive.

2026 Buffalo PACK Annual Auction

Saturday
May 2, 2026

6:00 PM

The Villages Polo Field

700 Buena Vista Blvd

Event Details

We will be hosting the event at The Villages Polo Field. Don’t miss this opportunity to bid on unique items and experiences while making a difference!

Suggested Attire

For the Ladies: Spring dresses in floral prints or pastels. Hats or fascinators are encouraged—the bigger, the better!

For the Gents: Seersucker, linen, or light-colored suits. Don’t forget a colorful bowtie and a pocket square.

Countdown to 2026 Buffalo PACK Auction

Tickets & Sponsorships Opportunities

We rely on the generosity of our sponsors to make this event a success. We have several levels of sponsorship available, each offering special perks to our attendees.

Ticket Type
Price
Includes
Individual Admission
$125
Dinner, entertainment and access to the silent auction and live auction.
Starting Gate Sponsor
$1,000
Reserved seating for 4 guests, 4 complimentary drink tickets, company name on promotional material.
Winner’s Circle Sponsor
$2,500
Reserved table for 8 guests, 8 complimentary drink tickets, company logo on promotional material.
Triple Crown Sponsor
$5,000
Two reserved tables for 16 total guests, 16 complimentary drink tickets, company logo on promotional material.

Donate an Item

Unable to attend but still want to support the cause? We are accepting donations of goods and services for both our silent and live auctions until April 24, 2026.  To donate, please contact the Event Coordinator, Lindsey Blaise.

Vote For Your Favorite Jockey

And they’re off! Which of our local celebrity jockeys will cross the finish line first in the Donation Derby Race

Brian Dees

The Villages Sales & Marketing

Samantha Scott

Mike Scott Plumbing

John Theeck

Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic

Every ticket purchased, sponsorship secured, and donation made counts as a vote for your favorite rider. Help your top pick win the People’s Choice Award while supporting a great cause!

Contact Us

For general inquiries about the event, please contact the Event Coordinator, Lindsey Blaise.

Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors

A huge buffalo-sized THANK YOU to our event sponsors for powering this year’s auction and supporting our students’ success!

About Buffalo PACK

Together, we’re Parents of Autism Center Kids. To learn more about PACK, contact us at thepack@tvcsac.org.

The Buffalo PACK is a non-profit subcommittee of the Buffalo HERD, a non-profit organization. The Buffalo HERD is identified as a public charity and charitable organization. The Buffalo HERD Federal EIN is 93-2666139. See our Buffalo HERD Bylaws.

Leaving The Autism Center Website

The Villages® Charter School Autism Center is operated by The Villages® Charter School Autism Center, LLC (“TVCS AC”), a Florida not-for-profit company and registered 501(c)3. TVCS AC is operated independently from The Villages® Charter School, Inc. (VCS). VCS provides certain administrative services under contract with TVCS AC in an effort to provide continuity and seamless integration for families who also have children attending The Villages® Charter School.

Leaving The Autism Center Website

The Villages® Charter School Autism Center is operated by The Villages® Charter School Autism Center, LLC (“TVCS AC”), a Florida not-for-profit company and registered 501(c)3. TVCS AC is operated independently from The Villages® Charter School, Inc. (VCS). VCS provides certain administrative services under contract with TVCS AC in an effort to provide continuity and seamless integration for families who also have children attending The Villages® Charter School.
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