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Record-breaking $3.8 million raised at Destin Charity Wine Auction

On Saturday, April 23rd, Destin Charity Wine Auction’s “live auction” took place, benefitting children in need in Northwest Florida. The Live Auction was held under an air conditioned tent at Grand […]

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On Saturday, April 23rd, Destin Charity Wine Auction’s “live auction” took place, benefitting children in need in Northwest Florida.

The Live Auction was held under an air conditioned tent at Grand Boulevard Sandestin Town Center and featured distinctive wines from internationally acclaimed vintners, poured and paired with cuisine created by a selection of the area’s top local restaurants.

In their first live auction since 2019, a record-breaking $3.8 MILLION (and counting) was raised.

“What an incredible night of fundraising for children in need in Northwest Florida,” wrote DCWA. “Thank you everyone who joined us.”

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Founded in 2005, Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF) has donated $23 Million to Northwest Florida charities through hosting wine and culinary events. These funds have impacted the lives of over 100,000 youth, including those afflicted by health issues and abuse.

DCWAF has been recognized as one of the Nation’s ‘Top 10 Charity Wine Auction in the U.S.’ by Wine Spectator Magazine for the last eight consecutive years.

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