For the first time, eBay for Charity is teaming up with the Inspiring Children Foundation (ICF) to host a groundbreaking 10-day auction. This event offers bidders unique opportunities to meet and dine with world-renowned CEOs, leaders, and innovators while supporting a transformative cause.
This auction is part of ICF’s #NotAloneChallenge, a movement started by singer-songwriter Jewel dedicated to raising awareness and democratizing mental health support and tools, ensuring they are available to anyone in need.
All auction proceeds will directly benefit ICF's programs, which empower at-risk youth to overcome mental health challenges like anxiety and depression.
The #NotAloneChallenge Auction will run online at ebay.com/notalone for 10 days, kicking off Monday, December 2, 2024 at 4pm PST.
Leaders Unite to Make an Impact
Imagine meeting your heroes while making a meaningful impact on children's lives with just one purchase. That's the goal of the #NotAloneChallenge Auction, which has rallied the support of an impressive lineup of generous figures like tech pioneer Steve Wozniak, Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, and multi-platinum artist Rachel Platten.
Available auction experiences include:
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Lunch with Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon
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Exclusive private dinner concert with Jewel in Aspen
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Lunch with Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak and a signed original Apple computer
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Custom song by Rachel Platten plus signed memorabilia
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Tennis match with Grand Slam champions Bob and Mike Bryan
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Notre Dame game with “Rudy” Ruettiger, including a signed helmet and jersey
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Power meeting with TAO Group Co-CEO Jason Strauss in LA
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Dinner with Emmy-nominated writer and neuroscientist David Eagleman in CA
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VIP seats at a Miami Heat game and dinner with CEO Sean Wolfington
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Lunch with Karena Dawn, founder of The Big Silence and Tone It Up
This high-profile auction exemplifies eBay for Charity’s mission to transform commerce into a force for good.
Earlier this year, eBay for Charity partnered with Home For our Troops for an auction that raised funds to build custom adapted homes for injured veterans. The auction brought together famed figures like Jake Tapper, George Clooney, Wynonna Judd, and more, and raised over $400,000.
Beyond supporting special events, eBay for Charity makes it easy for eBay’s community of buyers and sellers to support the causes that matter to them. By integrating charitable giving into the eBay marketplace, the platform harnesses the scale of one of the world's largest marketplaces and makes donating as easy as clicking a button at checkout.
ICF’s Mission and Impact
ICF has spent over 25 years developing a best-in-class curriculum that addresses physical, social, emotional, and mental health challenges, serving millions through online programs and thousands in person. Their whole-human approach has delivered striking outcomes: 98% of participants report remission from anxiety and depression, and 95% earn college scholarships.
“Anxiety, depression and suicide rates are at a historic high, yet 50% of Americans who need them, don’t have access to tools and resources,” shares Jewel. “My goal with the #NotAloneChallenge is to democratize mental health so that proven effective tools like those my Inspiring Children Foundation has been pioneering for 20 years can get in the hands of anyone who wants to make a positive impact on their mental fitness.”
The foundation serves millions online, thousands in person, and 150 annually through its award-winning Leadership Program. ICF’s model is being implemented by schools, nonprofits, corporations, and athletic programs worldwide, making it a leader in addressing mental health through innovative solutions.