Online Auction: Thursday, Nov. 5th - Saturday Nov. 7th, 2026
For 2026, we are returning to an online only auction format. The dates for the 2026 Benefit Auction are November 5 – November 7.
In addition to holding an online only event, we are also planning to transition the focus of the benefit auction to be more targeted at specific needs of the hospital. The bible encourages us in Matthew 19:6-7 to lay up treasures in heaven, not on the earth.
The online benefit auction will feature:
- Opportunities to sponsor staff salary’s
- Opportunities to donate toward purchasing specific medical equipment
- Opportunities to support a specific ward or department of the hospital
There will be items to purchase as well. These will include:
- Donated meals and experiences
- Trips and vacations
- Gift Cards to: popular online shopping, local businesses, and restaurants
A major change this year is that we will NOT be seeking or collecting items. To save on costs, the benefit auction will have items that can be directly drop shipped to auction winners or do not require shipping.
For information about the auction contact:
Rick Aberle
785-547-5138
Leon Gerber
260-273-3811
-Or- one of the following local representatives:
Bluffton, IN –
Leon & Pat Gerber -
leongerber249@gmail.com
Eureka, IL – Colin & Kyla Knapp -
kylajoknapp@gmail.com
Forrest, IL –
Matt & Jessica Edwards –
mjedwards0206@gmail.com
Goodfield, IL –
Jill & Greg Wagner -
jillywilly1984@gmail.com
Mediapolis & Bloomfield, IA –
Nathan & Kaylyn Schock - nate.schock@gmail.com
Morton, IL –
Michael & Tami Leman -
Mleman@lemanauto.com or
tami@steffenbunch.com
Princeville, IL –
Carol Martin -
carolmartin1126@gmail.com
Rittman, OH –
Alice Widmer -
awidmer0818@gmail.com
Sabetha, KS –
Rick Aberle -
raberle@ximgroup.com
Silverton, OR –
Evan & Emily Schmidgall –
schmidgall.emily@gmail.com
Washington, IL –
Jon & Cheryl Ricketts -
jonricketts7@gmail.com
If you are unable to participate, you may wish to
donate .
