GROW: Be the Spark! Dinner & Auction, presented by Niagara Cares and ECOS, is a dynamic dinner and auction event, designed to ignite hope and foster connections for children facing life-altering medical conditions and their families. This spirited occasion aims to fuel adventures and kindle friendships, offering a platform for meaningful support and celebration.
Friday, September 12, 2025 | 5:30pm
Westin Bellevue
Matt Lorch, Auctioneer | Monique Ming Laven, Emcee
Table and Sponsorship Opportunities Now Open
Auction Preview and One-of-a-Kind Glassybaby Sales Open Week of 9/1
20 years of laughter, friends, and FUN doesn’t just happen; it begins with a vital spark of support from people like you! For over two decades, supporters, dedicated families, and local businesses have ignited hope, fueled adventure and kindled friendships for thousands of campers. Join us for another dazzling evening where we “pack the house” and celebrate a night full of memories. We’ll be celebrating the past 20 years and look toward the decades ahead as we continue to make camp even brighter for MORE children and families navigating life-altering medical conditions.
Can’t make it on September 12th? Check out the ways you can participate!
Please consider making a donation in lieu of attendance to support the joy, adventure, and belonging of camp!
Are you an avid auction bidder who can’t make it in person? Be on the lookout for an auction preview and instructions for making proxy bids – you can still be an impactful part of the action!
A one-of-a-kind Camp Korey glassybaby will be released before the auction for purchase to support camp‘s mission. Get yours before they sell out! Details to follow.

Here’s a sneak peek into what’s in store for you!
A SPARKLING RECEPTION
Kick-start the evening with a dazzling cocktail reception. Mingle with friends and fellow guests, enjoy hors d’oeuvres that are sure to ignite your taste buds, and raise your spirits as we gear up for an incredible night.
SIZZLING LIVE + SILENT AUCTIONS
Experience the thrill of our sizzling live auction, where you’ll have the chance to bid on exclusive and one-of-a-kind items that will set your heart ablaze. From luxurious getaways to priceless memorabilia, this is your opportunity to make a difference while indulging your passions.
HEARTWARMING CUISINE
Our expert chef will tantalize your taste buds with a sensational menu, carefully crafted to ignite your senses.
GLOWING PHILANTHROPY
Your support will help provide transformative camp experiences to children living with life-altering medical conditions, bringing sparks of hope and resilience to their lives.
Thank you to our sponsors for supporting this remarkable event and making it so event proceeds can go directly to igniting hope, fueling adventures, and kindling friendships for children living with life-altering medical conditions and their families.
Presenting Sponsor


Campfire Sponsor



Lantern Sponsors


Stars in the Sky Sponsor
