The First annual Buffalo PACK Auction was held on Saturday, May 2, 2026. This year, it was 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.
Stay tuned for information on the 2027 event.
6:00 PM
700 Buena Vista Blvd
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!
● 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.
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. |
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.
A huge Thank You to our local celebrity jockeys who participated in the first 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 counted as a vote for your favorite rider. Congratulations to this year’s People’s Choice Award jockey Samantha Scott!
For general inquiries about the event, please contact the Event Coordinator, Lindsey Blaise.
A huge buffalo-sized THANK YOU to our event sponsors for powering this year’s auction and supporting our students’ success!
A huge buffalo-sized THANK YOU to our event sponsors for powering this year’s auction and supporting our students’ success!
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.
Applications are now being accepted for K through 8th grade. Download the application packet or enroll online today!
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