2017 American Dream Auction Preview Catalog

2017 Auction
Preview Catalog

Enjoy Yourself!

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2017 American Dream

Live Auction
Preview

Thanks to our generous donors and supporters, this year’s
American Dream Fundraising Dinner to benefit Econ Illinois has
some incredible one-of-a-kind auction packages and experiences

that you simply will not find anywhere else.

What will you take home?

Introducing Our Auctioneer:

David Goodman

David A. Goodman, a professional charity benefit fundraising
auctioneer, is the founder and President of Auction Results. The
company’s sole focus is on high-impact Auction Fundraising for
501(c)(3) Charitable Organizations. David has been a professional
charity benefit fundraising auctioneer and entertainer for over 30
years and has helped raise in excess of $350 million dollars for
charity through special events. While based in Chicago, Illinois,
David has provided fundraising auctioneer services throughout the
United States, including Alaska and Hawaii, and can be available
anywhere throughout the world.

Table of Contents

Day at Wrigley Field Page 3
Whale Watching Odyssey Page 3
Hottest Ticket in Town! Page 4
Hawaiian Paradise Page 4
Winemaker for a Day Page 5
Havana Highlights Page 5
Escape to Bali Page 6
Ultimate Wine Cellar Page 7
Tuscan Experience Getaway Page 7

Day at Wrigley Field

Shout “Take Me Out to the Ballgame”! with the 2016
World Series Champion Chicago Cubs!!

You and 3 guests will start your game day experience with a guided tour of the historic
Wrigley Field. Your visit includes stops in the Seating Bowl, Upper Deck, Budweiser
Bleachers, Jim Beam Patio, and of course, the Field. After your tour you will have the once-
in-a-lifetime opportunity to take in all the action from your four exclusive box seats right
behind the Cubs dugout as the Cubs take on the Pittsburgh Pirates! These box seats are
some of the most exclusive in Wrigley Field! Your package also includes framed,
autographed photos of #41 pitcher, John Lackey, and #40 catcher, Wilson Contreras.

Please Note: Tour and Game Tickets are for August 28, 2017 against the Pittsburgh Pirates and may not be exchanged

Whale Watching Odyssey

See orca whales in the wild. An experience you won’t
forget!

This exciting trip for two (2) begins with your round-trip airline flight from Chicago to Seattle.
Upon your arrival in the Emerald City you will pick up your included rental car and head to
downtown Seattle where you will stay for 3 luxurious nights at the beautiful Fairmont Olympic
hotel. This great property is located close to Pike Place Market, the waterfront, the Space
Needle, and the Experience Music Project founded by Microsoft’s co-founder Paul Allen.
While in town, you will drive north to the beautiful San Juan Islands where YouthBuild Lake
County has made special arrangements for a four-hour whale watching excursion on board
the Odyssey. Enjoy multi-level wrap-around viewing decks on the converted 1941 U.S. Navy
search & rescue vessel. Keep your eyes peeled for orca whales, sea lions, harbor seals, bald
eagles, gray whales, and great blue heron. This is an exciting vacation for any sea-lover in
the Emerald City.

Please Note: You must book your experience a minimum of 60 days before the date you wish to travel and within one year of the
date you won the experience. Travel must be completed within 18 months of the date won. Experience is non-refundable and may not
be transferred or resold.

The Hottest Ticket in Town!

Hamilton! It’s the hottest ticket in town, and it can be
yours to see, right here in Chicago!

Enjoy two tickets in the center orchestra section (row D) to the red-hot musical “Hamilton”
an American Musical at the Private Bank Theatre in Chicago on November 18, 2017. This
story is about one of the founding fathers and our first Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander
Hamilton and combines hip-hop, jazz, blues, R&B, and rap with traditional Broadway balladry
in breathtaking fashion.
Also included in this package are luxurious overnight accommodations for one night at the
historic Union League Club of Chicago. Enjoy dinner for two in the Wigwam Restaurant where
you will savor the culinary creations of our Chef’s Tasting Menu, skillfully prepared by the
ULCC’s award-winning Chef; the dinner includes wine with each course specially selected by
the Club’s Maitre’d. The next morning you will wake to a delicious breakfast buffet.

Please Note: Tickets are for November 18, 2017 and will be delivered to the winner electronically approximately 45 days prior to the show.
Hotel arrangements will be made by winner with the Union League Club. Please see full catalog description for more information.

Hawaiian Paradise

Reward yourself! You deserve a nice, long break in
paradise and we have just the place for you!

You and up to five guests can spend one week on the Big Island of Hawaii at the Wyndham
Kona Hawaiian Resort in Kailua-Kona. Take a step back to authentic Hawaiian pleasures.
Staying on the west coast, you’ll feel as if you’re stepping back in time to a simpler, unspoiled
era. Every detail has been designed to re-create the charming island ambiance found back in
the 30’s, while still assuring you all the comfortable amenities and activities you expect in a
modern day tropical resort. Stroll along sandy shores, plant your toes in the sand and enjoy
Hawaii’s ocean views.
This 2-bedroom resort can be booked any week in the remainder of 2017, subject to
availability. Enjoy breath-taking ocean views and take in all that Hawaii has to offer, from
wonderful dining to snorkeling and long walks on the beach. Pick up unique artwork, jewelry,
clothing and more! Come feel the exhilaration that awaits you in Hawaiian Paradise!

Please Note: Hot weeks (Christmas and New Year’s weeks) must be booked immediately. Otherwise, booking can be Fri-Fri, Sat-Sat, or
Sun-Sun for any week during the remainder of 2017. Exception would be for the week of New Year’s which would be Fri 12/29/17 through
Fri 1/5/18, Sat 12/30/17 through Sat 1/6/18, or Sun 12/31/17 through Sun 1/7/18.

Napa Winemaking Experience

Learn the winemaking art while blending your own red
wine from Napa’s esteemed appellations.

You and a guest will fly found trip from Chicago to San Francisco using your included airline
tickets for a 4-day excursion to wine country! Upon arrival pick up your included rental car to
explore wine country and check into the luxurious Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa.
Blessed by natural mineral hot springs in Sonoma Valley, their Willow Stream Spa,
championship Golf Course, and Michelin award-winning signature restaurant, Santé, offer an
unforgettable retreat. This is truly a luxury resort!
Learn the winemaking art while blending your own red wine from Napa’s esteemed
appellations. This is a fantastic opportunity for any wine enthusiast to make a wine that is truly
your very own! Following the blending session, you will take home a bottle of your blend with
your own custom label. You can also order a case to share with friends and family!

Please Note: You must book your experience a minimum of 60 days before the date you wish to travel and within one year of the date you
won the experience. Travel must be completed within 18 months of the date won. Experience is non-refundable and may not be transferred
or resold.

Havana Highlights

‘Bienvenido!’ to Cuba’s capital. Mark this one off your
bucket list!

Havana is a colorful, eclectic metropolis, one of the most intriguing cities in the world.
Thinking about taking a trip to Cuba but not sure where to start? This trip’s itinerary covers the
highlights while allowing flexibility for you to customize your experience.
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met at the gate and directed to Preferential
Immigration, the customs booth for diplomats. Relax at the VIP lounge while your luggage is
taken care of, then depart for your hotel by private transfer.
Enjoy a private city tour in a vintage car where your driver will take you on a “panoramic tour”
of Havana, a perfect introduction to the city and it’s many landmarks. Visit Finca Vigia where
Ernest Hemingway wrote “The Old Man and the Sea” and enjoy the provided lunch and
transportation. Finally, Explore the Vinales Valley to see the tobacco fields where the finest
Cuban cigars are produced and enjoy complimentary transportation, breakfast, and lunch.
Your experience includes 4 nights at Hotel Saratoga, one of the top-rated hotels in Havana.

Please Note: Blackout dates December 5-January 5. Experience must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance. Reservations are
subject to availability and hotel may be substituted for comparable or better property. Certificates cannot be replaced if lost, stolen, or
destroyed. All purchases are non-refundable. Package cannot be resold. Ground transportation is not included unless otherwise specified.

Escape to Bali

Contemporary Beachfront Villa Escape for 10 people in
Kediri, Bali

Immerse yourself in an island escape where you are cocooned in peace, tranquillity, local
style and luxurious contemporary sophistication.

This beachfront villa offers sweeping panoramic views in all directions. Looking west and out
to sea is the island of Java and incredible sunsets. Ancient rice paddies surround the property
to the north and south, and the stunning Batukaru volcano towers behind in the east.

The villa is situated on a stretch of pristine coastline located just north of the world famous
Tanah Lot Temple. With the popular surf spot of Canggu, and trendy nightlife town of
Seminyak a mere 35 minutes drive away, the villa offers the perfect blend of blissful
beachfront isolation and sophisticated cultural immersion.

10 guests are accommodated in 5 king suites with magnificent en-suite bathrooms featuring
bathtubs carved out of solid blocks of marble, and massive rainwater shower-heads.

Numerous unique and state-of-the-art features are incorporated into the home, such as a
glass bottom sky pool with smart glass technology, Häfele sliding glass walls, floating
staircases, smart home automation, extensive indoor & outdoor professional audio system,
and more.

Contemporary luxury combined with the warm, professional services of a villa manager,
extensive house staff and a private chef - make this Bali beachfront villa escape a bucket list
experience not to be missed!

Included in your experience:
 Airport transfers
 Exclusive use of entire villa & grounds
 Daily breakfasts
 Concierge service during stay to arrange cultural tours, etc.
 Comprehensive staff of 10 – includes a villa manager/concierge, 5 maids, private chef, etc.
 Platinum cards for free access to Canggu Club plus 50% off all food and beverage purchases
at the club. Canggu Club is touted as Bali’s premier entertainment and sporting venue.

Exclusions & Optional Extras Available:
• Cost of food/ingredients for chef-prepared lunches & dinners taken at the villa
• Bar service (available at villa, but guests are welcome to bring their own alcohol)
• On-site private chauffeur with 7-seater vehicle ($50/day)
• On-site Masseuse/Beautician ($10-$20/hr for massage, manicures, pedicures, etc).
• Additional staff if required - baby sitters, personal trainers, etc.

Terms:
Bookings are handled on a first come, first served basis - subject to availability at the time of booking. An additional surcharge of $300/day
will apply to book an available week between June 25, 2018 - Aug 21, 2018. Not included are peak season black-out weeks
(Christmas/New Year, Chinese New Year & Easter). Valid for 1 year from date of purchase.

Ultimate Wine Cellar

You’ll be the toast of the town!

Bid on this one-of-a-kind package and you’ll be the proud owner of a giant collection of fine wines donated by
Econ Illinois board members and supporters. Build your own impressive wine cellar with some of the finest
quality wines from around the world.

But that’s not all, this package includes a wine tasting party for you and up to 9 guests with your very own
professional Sommelier on hand at Vin Chicago! Your Sommelier can help you understand and define your
own favorites!

With this much wine, wouldn’t storage be nice? Another generous Board Member donation is exactly that,
storage for an entire year!

Tuscany

“Vacation in a renaissance painting"

Your group of 10 will enjoy privacy, serenity and spectacular views in a 16th century home immersed in an
oasis of natural beauty. This is the perfect experience for families and friends, a romantic getaway, and an
ideal retreat.

For one week, you will enjoy the surrounding countryside which offers stunning valley and mountain views,
many walking trails, the exquisite pool, and hundreds of miles of country roads for bicycling or touring by car.
Here you will get a taste of the traditions and customs, while enjoying breathtaking views over Cortona’s
mountains and valley, in the utmost of privacy.

You will live like Etruscan Royalty, as you will have a private cook for the entire week prepare your breakfast
each morning and spectacular dinners every evening featuring amazing dishes and the food is included! Each
time you sit at the table will become a memorable experience in itself! Here you will taste the real flavors of
Tuscany’s traditional food. On one of your days, we have even arranged for a cooking class, with your
cook. This class is not only about executing recipes, but you will discover the authentic traditional Tuscan
cooking the way that it was in the past, when families were self-sufficient thanks to their own farms.

Complete your adventure with a private wine tour in the charming countryside of Cortona where you will learn
the secrets behind some of the world’s finest wines. Afterward, you will have the exclusive opportunity to join
the vineyards’ owner for lunch at his private home.

Once here, you will not want to leave!

Restrictions: *travel must be booked within one month of the Auction and must be completed by May 30, 2018. Booking is based on availability, the
week must be reserved within one month of the auction. The offer is good for one year from time of purchase. There is no refund for unattended or
guest-canceled services. This is for a Saturday – Saturday stay.

Thank you for previewing the 2017
American Dream Dinner Auction Catalog.

For more detailed information on any of
our auction packages, or to get more

information on the American Dream Dinner
and to find out how you can attend for your
chance to bid on our amazing auction items

contact

Nancy Skelley
(779) 777-7715
[email protected]

or visit

www.econillinois.org

Thank you!

All auction packages are subject to availability and subject to change. See terms and
conditions on each package for more information.