Destin Harvest hosts inaugural silent auction fundraiser

Destin Harvestwhich links more than 150,000 pounds of food monthly to local hunger relief programs, will host its first silent auction fundraiser on Friday, November 8 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at 950 Gulf Shore Drive.

• The event is celebrating the organization’s milestone of securing and distributing more than 2 million pounds of food to 40 local programs this year, marking the highest level of distribution outside of the 2020 pandemic response.

Nearly 50 articles from local entrepreneurs will be available for bidding, including donations from prominent area restaurants such as Boshamp’s Oyster Bar, Harbor Docks and Dewey Destin’s.

• Other participating businesses include entertainment venues such as Hurricane Lanes and Rainforest Black Light Golf, along with service providers such as Executive Car Wash and Massage Envy.

The local market provides free food during the event, which is free to enter and includes a cash bar option. The auction aims to support Destin Harvest’s ongoing mission of bridging the gap between food surpluses and local hunger in Okaloosa and Walton counties.

The organization currently serves as a food rescue partner for major retailers including Sam’s Club, Walmart, Publix, Winn Dixie, Whole Foods, Fresh Market and Aldi’s, and redistributes surplus food to dozens of local food assistance programs.

Those interested in donating items for the silent auction or making a monetary contribution can contact Debbie at 850-428-6750.