By Stacey Fisher
Freelance Reporter
Special to the Tribune

Friday, May 9, 2025 is the 37th annual Pratt Community College Scholarship Auction. The doors open at 5:30 p.m., where attendees will be greeted with a fantastic Hors d’oeuvre spread that features artisan cheese and meat charcuterie, fruit and vegetable trays, and an open bar for Happy Hour (must be 21 to enter). The silent auction will commence, where bidders have a wide array of products to bid on. From driveway rock to beauty items, there is something for everyone.

As in previous years, Great Western Dining will cater the food for the event to rave reviews. Dinner will start at 6:30, featuring your choice of smoked prime rib served with au jus and horseradish or grilled salmon. A side of potatoes and gravy and seasoned green beans will complement the meal. A dessert bar with delicious pies and cakes will be the perfect ending.

Some of the marquee items in the live auction include a Masters’ Championship Flag autographed by Arnold Palmer and Tiger Woods (donated by Taylor Printing), a seven-night trip choice to either Hawaii or Ireland that includes accommodations for up to six guests (donated by Stanion Wholesale Electric), an Autographed Picture from Return of the Jedi, signed by Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hammill, George Lucas and (Yoda)Frank Oz (donated by Fusion Bank), and a commemorative Kansas University wall hanging of a piece of the wooden bench from 1955 Allen Fieldhouse an a block of game-used floor, signed by Bill Self (donated by Karen Long). These are just a few examples of the more than 130 items up for bid.

Tickets are on sale now at $60 each or a reserved full table (8 seats) for $450. We would encourage businesses to purchase a table for your employees and offer a great night out! Please contact Donna Meier Pfeifer at donnamp@prattcc.edu or call 620-450-2240 for information.

“The PCC Foundation held its first Scholarship Auction in 1989. Each year since,

generous supporters have come together to help more students afford an education,” said Barry Fisher, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement and Alumni

Relations. “Scholarship recipients, in turn, use their new skills and knowledge to make a

positive difference in their own lives and communities. Your investment in our students

helps build a better future for all of us.”