Join WinterKids for our 13th Annual License to Chill fundraiser and celebration to kick off winter!
❉ VIRTUAL SILENT AUCTION ❉
October 24-November 7
❉ LIVE AUCTION & CELEBRATION ❉
November 7 (6 pm – 9 pm)
TICKETS ON SALE SEPTEMBER 26!
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Your participation will directly impact children across Maine by supporting programs and opportunities that get them outside and active during the winter months.
Emcees Blake Hayes & Kelly Towle
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Drink Specials
by Aprés
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![Ella P Burr School (Lincoln, Maine) Week 1 Little World Wednesday Snowflake Study Ella P Burr Comp Track FY24 Winter Games](https://cdn-winterkids.pressidium.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Week-1-Little-World-Wednesday-Snowflake-Study-Ella-P.-Burr-Comp-Track-FY24-Winter-Games-250x250.jpg)
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![Williams Cone Elementary (Topsham, Maine) Williams Cone Elementary (Topsham Maine) WinterKids Winter Games Competitive Track 2024](https://cdn-winterkids.pressidium.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Williams-Cone-Elementary-Topsham-Maine-_-WinterKids-Winter-Games-Competitive-Track-2024-250x250.jpg)
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![Harrison Elementary (Harrison, Maine) Harrison Elementary (Harrison Maine)](https://cdn-winterkids.pressidium.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Harrison-Elementary-Harrison-Maine-250x250.jpg)
![Laugh & Learn Preschool (Wells, Maine) Laugh & Learn Preschool (Wells Maine) WinterKids Winter Games Play Along Track 2024](https://cdn-winterkids.pressidium.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Laugh-Learn-Preschool-Wells-Maine-_-WinterKids-Winter-Games-Play-Along-Track-2024-250x250.jpg)
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WHERE THE MONEY GOES
WinterKids is the only nonprofit in Maine dedicated exclusively to increasing outdoor physical activity in children and families during our longest, most sedentary season.
We help children develop healthy lifelong habits through education and fun outdoor winter activities, creating opportunities for children to be active, vibrant, and healthy outdoors.
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FAQS
Can I donate items for the silent or live auction?
What types of items are you looking for?
Is there a dress code for the live event?
Is parking available at the live event?
How can I purchase tickets for the live fundraising celebration?
After September 24, tickets go on sale directly through our ticket purchase portal. Be sure you are signed up to receive email updates to receive a notification as soon as they go on sale.
Can I buy tickets for multiple people?
Absolutely! During the ticket purchase process, you’ll have the option to purchase tickets for yourself and additional guests by selecting the quantity field. You’ll be required to enter each guest’s name and email address, so please make sure to provide their accurate information to ensure smooth entry to the event.
Can I donate items for the silent or live auction?
Absolutely! We greatly appreciate donations for our auctions. If you have an item or experience you’d like to contribute, please fill out the donation form on our website or contact events@winterkids.org.
Are my donations tax deductible?
Ticket and auction item purchases are NOT considered donations and are not tax-deductible.
If you make a donation, either online or at our live event, we will send an official receipt to your email address. If you do not receive one, please reach out to events@winterkids.org. You’ll need your receipt to claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes.
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Live Event Location Details
Après, Portland ME, Thursday, November 9
Après:
148 Anderson St
Portland, ME 04101
ApresMaine.com
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PHOTO GALLERY
All photos below are courtesy of our official License to Chill event photographer, Stephen Davis Phillips Photography.