Benefit FAQs

List of 16 frequently asked questions.

• How much does it cost to attend the Benefit?

  General Registration Pricing Details (2025)
  Patron Table - $2,000
  Patron Registration - $275 per person
  Guest Registration - $175 per person
  Young Alumni Registration - $150 per person
  Faculty and Staff - $80 per person
  Seating will be open unless you purchase a Patron Ticket or PatronTable. 
  
  *The Omnibus Budget Reduction Act of 1993 requires us to inform you that only the amount per ticket exceeding $165 may be considered a charitable donation.

• What is a Patron?

  A patron ticket includes early entry to the Benefit for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres special Patron Hour starting at 6:00 pm. This leadership ticket also includes recognition on signage and in the Late Yet Great Catalog, and a tax write off of the amount paid over the guest registration.

• How and where do I purchase my tickets?

  Tickets can be purchased online at www.moravianacademy.org/Benefit.

• What is the appropriate attire for the evening?

  Cocktail attire is appropriate.  

• Who will I sit with during the dinner portion of the evening?

  Individual Patron Tickets will receive reserved seating. Table Patrons will have a full table reserved for their guests. For all other ticket types, tables are available, typically groups of eight, and seating is open on a first come, first served basis.

• How do I pay for my auction items?

  All items in the virtual silent auction will be paid by credit card (American Express, MasterCard, or Visa) through the QTego bidding system.  All night of event purchases will also be paid by credit card unless the purchaser requests to pay that evening by check or cash. 

• Will I get a receipt for tax purposes for the auction items I purchased?

  Yes, receipts for tax purposes will be sent home prior to the end of the calendar year.

• How will I pick up the items I purchased?

  All Live Auction items may be taken home the evening of the in-person Benefit, or information will be shared on how to coordinate reservations, etc. via email. 
  
  All silent auction winners can pick up their items at 7 East Market Street starting the Tuesday following the event or at the Swain Campus. All winners will be notified on your cell phone via the QTego bidding system.

• What is the menu for the evening?

  The evening includes a full dinner by the on-site catering company, as well as a full open bar.  A wide variety of hors d'oeuvres will be passed to start, with food stations placed around the event for guest convenience. For those with dietary restrictions, please contact Liz Stitt at estitt@mamail.net.  
  
  
  

   

• Does Moravian Academy profit from the purchase of my auction ticket?

  Yes, every ticket purchased adds to the success of the evening. Patron tickets are available and $100 of each ticket price is tax deductible. Net proceeds of the event benefit Moravian Academy.

• What is included in the price of my ticket?

  Aside from the live auction, your ticket includes an open bar, hors d'oeuvres, dinner with food stations, various entertainment, live music, and dancing.

• Will I know the auction items in advance of the evening?

  Yes!  Catalogs will be sent home for all current families and will be available online for alumni and friends.

• Is there a live auction that evening?

  Yes! There will be a professional auctioneer to keep the live auction rolling. Each family will have an opportunity to raise a paddle and bid. All items available for the live auction will be available for review prior to the evening through the Benefit catalog.  Live bidding can only be done in person or by absentee bidder (on the phone or with a maximum bid communicated ahead of time).  You are unable to bid on a live auction item through the QTego system.

• How does the silent auction work?

  The silent auction will occur electronically throughout the weekend of the in-person event through the QTego bidding system. Some silent auction items will be displayed at the in-person event, however, all bidding occurs electronically. You can participate in the silent auction even if you can't attend the in-person event. Email Liz Stitt at estitt@mamail.net for more information. 

• How do I bid for items in the silent Auction?

  Bidding has never been easier with our QTego system. This is an electronic bidding system that works through your smart phone, tablet, or computer. You will be emailed bidding instructions the week before the in-person event. Online bidding will close on the Sunday following the in-person event, and you will be notified of your winnings at this time. 

• What is the Sweepstakes?

  Only 100 chances will be sold at $100 per chance to win a grand prize of a $2,500 Visa/MasterCard gift card! Purchase your chance before the Benefit or when you arrive.  Chances will be sold on a first come, first served basis. You do not need to be at the event to participate!