LIVE AUCTION PREVIEW
Terms and Conditions: Subject to availability and blackout dates including major U.S. holiday weeks. 12 months from the purchase date to confirm reservation and travel. $249 resort fee, hotel taxes, airfare, and transportation not included. Vacation upgrades are available if requested. An optional sales presentation may be offered during your stay; attendance is entirely voluntary.
Dreaming of your next vacation? Here’s your chance to escape to Mexico while supporting Tulsa CARES at the same time. For only $2,000, this special live auction offering gives guests an accessible way to join the excitement and plan a well-deserved getaway, all while giving back to a cause you love.
Through Vidanta, one of Mexico’s most respected luxury hospitality brands known for elevated service and beautiful resort destinations, you’ll choose the vacation experience that fits your travel style. Enjoy a four-night, all-inclusive oceanfront stay for two in Puerto Morelos, featuring gourmet dining, pools, wellness experiences, and beachfront relaxation — or select a seven-night stay for up to two adults and two children under 12 years old at one of six stunning Vidanta destinations across Mexico, including Riviera Maya, Nuevo Nayarit-Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco, Mazatlán, or Puerto Peñasco, offering expansive resort grounds, world-class amenities, entertainment, and unforgettable coastal views.
Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, celebrating a milestone, or simply ready for sunshine and relaxation, this is an opportunity to take the trip you’ve been dreaming about, while making a meaningful impact right here at home.
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Option 1: Four-night all-inclusive stay for two at The Fives Oceanfront Riviera Maya, a five-star resort in Puerto Morelos, Mexico
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Option 2: Seven-night stay for up to two adults and 2 children under 12 years old at a Vidanta resort of your choice in Riviera Maya, Nuevo Nayarit-Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco, Mazatlán, or Puerto Peñasco
PASSPORT TO PARADISE: YOUR MEXICO GETAWAY WITH PURPOSE
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Terms and Conditions: Dinner must be scheduled between June–November 2026 on a mutually agreed upon date.
Artwork availability and viewing opportunities may vary depending on installation schedule.
Special thanks to Brian Whisenhunt, Executive Director of Gilcrease Museum, Gilcrease Museum, Justin Thompson Catering, and TPC Studios
Be among the first to step inside one of Tulsa’s most anticipated cultural 9 landmarks before it opens to the public. Completely rebuilt for a new generation, the Gilcrease Museum stands as a reimagined home for one
of the world’s most significant collections of American art and history, and Red Ribbon Gala guests have the rare opportunity to experience it in an entirely unprecedented way. Hosted in partnership with Brian Whisenhunt, Executive Director of Gilcrease Museum, this exclusive evening offers rare early access to the museum during this historic moment of reopening.
Host an exclusive private dinner for twelve guests within the stunning new museum, with a menu thoughtfully curated by Justin Thompson Catering, and the evening expertly planned by TPC Studios. Set against the backdrop of this remarkable new space, your evening will offer an intimate first look at the revitalized museum and a special sneak peek of the art as it returns to the galleries ahead of the official reopening. Equal parts celebration, cultural milestone, and unforgettable dining experience; this is an exclusive opportunity to gather friends for an evening woven into Tulsa’s history.
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Private dinner party for up to 12 guests at the newly rebuilt Gilcrease Museum
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Custom dining experience by Justin Thompson Catering
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Event planning and design by TPC Studios
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Exclusive pre-opening access to the museum space
BEFORE THE DOORS OPEN:
A PRIVATE DINNER AT THE NEW GILCREASE MUSEUM
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Generously donated by Patrick (p.s) Gordon
Nationally-acclaimed artist Patrick (p.s.) Gordon has been a pioneering supporter of Tulsa CARES since the organization’s earliest days and has helped shape the spirit of this community through both his art and his unwavering generosity. This year, he offers something truly extraordinary, a one-of-a-kind collaboration between artist and collector.
Fresh from his first career retrospective, Wall Flowers: Patrick Gordon Paintings, at Philbrook Museum of Art, Gordon invites the winning bidder to help complete a new original work created especially for Red Ribbon Gala. The painting’s luminous background has already been prepared; the collector will then work with the artist to select the floral subject resulting in a bespoke botanical painting uniquely tailored to its owner. Known for his vibrant color, striking compositions, and deeply personal exploration of identity and beauty, Gordon’s works are held in collections across the country and cherished throughout Tulsa’s cultural landscape.
This is more than acquiring a painting; it is the rare opportunity to commission an original work from one of Tulsa’s most accomplished and beloved artists while celebrating a legacy of compassion, creativity, and community.
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Original commissioned floral botanical painting by Patrick (p.s.) Gordon
COLLECTOR’S CHOICE:
A BESPOKE FLORAL BOTANICAL BY PATRICK (P.S.) GORDON
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Terms and Conditions: Mutually agreed upon date (excluding December). Expires after one year.
Generously donated by M.A. Doran Gallery, Simon Waranch, and Bin 35 Bistro
Enjoy an evening delighting in the senses with martinis, wine, dinner and art for 10 guests among the beautiful, eclectic art at M.A. Doran Gallery. Mary Ann Doran and Luke Hembree will host the evening starting with a martini bar, followed by a three- course dinner along with wine pairings, courtesy of Bin 35 Bistro. The winning bidder will also take home a glass sculpture by Simon Waranch, an American artist whose work blends classical techniques with imaginative formal experimentation. This blown-glass masterpiece will bring vibrance to any space it graces.
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Dinner for 10 by Bin 35 Bistro at the M.A. Doran Gallery
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Sculpture by Simon Waranch: Red Reticello Wiggle, 14.5 x 9 x 8.5 in.
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In addition, Simon has graciously offered to host a Dallas Studio visit
A NIGHT AT THE GALLERY
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Terms and Conditions: Mutually agreed upon date based on availability. Dinner will only be available on days when a public dinner is not already scheduled. Dietary accommodations with advance notice. Transportation not included. Expires on November 15th, 2026.
Special thanks to Living Kitchen Farm & Dairy, Emily Stewart, and Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits
Step away from the city and into an unforgettable evening of connection, nature, and extraordinary food with an exclusive, not offered to the public, private farm table dinner for 10 at Living Kitchen Farm & Dairy, a James Beard Outstanding Restaurant semifinalist. Nestled in a post oak forest in central Oklahoma (about 45 minutes west of Tulsa), Living Kitchen is one of Oklahoma’s most celebrated culinary destinations, where guests gather around a long communal table to reconnect with the source of their food and with one another. Hosted by Chef Lisa Becklund and Linda Ford. Lisa is a two-time James Beard Award semifinalist for Best Chef: Southwest and finalist for Outstanding Chef in 2025, with Living Kitchen Farm & Dairy also recognized as a James Beard Outstanding Restaurant semifinalist, this intimate evening for ten guests will feature a thoughtfully curated, multi-course dinner highlighting seasonal ingredients sourced directly from the farm and neighboring producers, with perfectly paired wines selected by Emily Stewart of Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits to complete the evening.
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Exclusive private farm table dinner for up to 10 guests at Living Kitchen Farm & Dairy
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Multi-course seasonal menu curated by the Living Kitchen team
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Wine pairings selected by Emily Stewart of Ranch Acres Wine & Spirits
AT THE LONG TABLE: A PRIVATE FARM DINNER AT LIVING KITCHEN
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Terms and Conditions: Item sold as presented
Special thanks to Joe G. Pacetti and J. Pacetti Precious Jewels, Instagram: joegpacetti
Make a bold and timeless statement with this extraordinary vintage jewel from the 1960s. Crafted in rich 18-karat gold and accented with brilliant diamonds, this striking double-fish motif showcases exceptional artistry, texture, and movement, a true example of mid-century glamour. Designed for versatility, this unique piece can be worn as either a brooch or a pendant and is equally stunning styled on every wearer of any gender.
Symbolizing harmony and prosperity, it is both meaningful and unmistakably sophisticated, a wearable work of art destined to spark conversation. With remarkable craftsmanship and presence reminiscent of the era’s most celebrated jewelry houses, this one-of-a-kind piece is a rare opportunity for collectors and jewelry lovers alike.
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Vintage 1960s 18-karat gold and diamond double-fish brooch
VINTAGE GLAMOUR: DIAMOND DOUBLE FISH BROOCH
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Terms and Conditions: Mutually agreed upon dates based on availability.
Airfare and transportation not included. Must be booked within 1 year
Special thanks to Alex Kroblin, Thirst Wine Merchants, Mayacamas Resort and Golf Club, and Bob Stewart
Step beyond the tasting room velvet ropes for an extraordinary California wine country escape combining rare access, refined luxury, and unforgettable company. You and three guests will enjoy a three-night stay at the stunning Mayacamas Resort and Golf Club, perched high above the valley with sweeping vineyard views and world-class amenities. Hosted by renowned industry tastemaker Alex Kroblin of Thirst Wine Merchants, whose decades of relationships open doors few ever enter, this exclusive journey features private vineyard visits and curated tastings of rare vintages at celebrated estates rarely open to the public, offering behind-the-scenes access typically reserved for collectors and insiders.
Joining the experience is this year’s honoree, Bob Stewart, whose passion for wine and longtime dedication to Tulsa CARES inspired this remarkable offering. Known for bringing people together over exceptional wine and conversation, Bob adds a personal and memorable dimension to an already extraordinary getaway — a rare invitation into the inner circle of wine country shared among friends.
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Three-night stay at Mayacamas Resort and Golf Club (2 rooms)
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Private vineyard visits and tastings hosted by Alex Kroblin, Thirst Wine Merchants
RAISING A GLASS WITH BOB:
A PRIVATE CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY EXPERIENCE
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Terms and Conditions: Mutually agreed upon dates based on exhibition schedule and availability. Transportation not included.
Experience art, history, and cultural impact during an unforgettable weekend getaway to Bentonville, Arkansas, featuring an exclusive pre-public viewing of Keith Haring in 3D at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Celebrating the museum’s 15th anniversary and major expansion, this landmark exhibition is the first to explore Haring’s groundbreaking work in three dimensions, offering rare insight into the visionary artist whose bold creativity and AIDS activism helped shape a generation and continues to resonate deeply with Tulsa CARES’ mission. You and your guests will enjoy intimate early access to this highly anticipated exhibition, a dinner for four at one of Bentonville’s best restaurants, and a luxurious two-night stay at The Compton, Bentonville’s newest boutique hotel, creating a remarkable weekend blending art, advocacy, and elevated hospitality.
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Private pre-public viewing of Keith Haring in 3D and tour at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
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Dinner for four
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Two-night stay at The Compton (up to two rooms for four guests total)
LINES THAT CHANGED THE WORLD:
A KEITH HARING PRIVATE EXPERIENCE AT CRYSTAL BRIDGES
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Special thanks to McNellie's Group
Join us for another unforgettable evening as we gather to toast Tulsa CARES hosted by the Bull in the Alley, one of downtown Tulsa’s most exclusive restaurants. On Thursday, September 17, 2026, guests will be treated to a private, multi-course meal courtesy of McNellie's Group Executive Chef, Ben Alexander, and Head Chef of the Tavern, Austin Plumlee. The night wouldn’t be complete without the incredible Jon Glazer on the piano. This is certain to be an evening you won’t want to miss!
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Private dinner hosted by Bull in the Alley on September 17th, 2026
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Special menu with multi-course meal courtesy of Chefs Ben Alexander and Austin Plumlee
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$1,000 per seat
A TOAST TO TULSA CARES
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Terms and Conditions: Mutually agreed upon dates.
Generously donated by Toni Garner of Toni’s Flowers & Gifts and Ty Kaszubowski
Brighten your home with fresh flowers for an entire year! Toni Garner, one of Tulsa’s premier florists and longtime supporter of Tulsa CARES, will design a special arrangement for you each month and have it delivered to your home. Additionally, the winning bidder will enjoy an extra special dinner for 10 guests at Toni’s home. She’ll be joined by dear friend and Tulsa CARES’ board member, Ty Kaszubowski, who will show off his culinary skills in the kitchen. Prepare to be wined, dined,
and pampered!
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Fresh flowers delivered to your home every month for a year
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Dinner for 10 guests with wine pairings hosted by Toni Garner and Ty Kaszubowski
MASTER FLORIST BY DAY, QUEEN OF THE DINNER PARTY BY NIGHT
