Breakthrough T1D Louisville Gala 2025

Event Entertainment

Auctioneer

Ron Kirby

Ron Kirby

Auctioneer

Hailing from Scottsville, KY, Ron Kirby’s commitment to the success and enthusiasm for whatever he is selling makes his auction style exciting and engaging for non-profits around the country.  Ron is a second-generation broker-auctioneer, specializing in Commercial, Residential, Land and Agricultural Properties selling, “Only at Auction”. He also carries the (CAI) Certified Auctioneers Institute designation, the (AARE) Accredited Auctioneer of Real Estate and the (CES) Certified Estate Specialist, a compilation of course studies at Indiana University. Additionally, Ron is an owner and partner of a United Country Real Estate franchise in Kentucky and holds the (UCMA) United Country Master Auctioneer designation and is a member of (RLI) Realtor Land Institute. Ron and his wife Paula enjoy buying and renovating properties, and enjoying the outdoors when time allows, but their true passion is serving charities and non-profit organizations. Ron is a current board member and past president of the American Red Cross of South Central Kentucky.

Entertainment

The Company Band

The Company Band

Entertainment

The Company Band is an energetic, experienced band that will make you the hero at your event! We play Motown, funk, pop, dance music that moves you!

Emcee

Brian Butler

Brian Butler

Emcee

Parking & Directions

Parking is available in the parking garage adjacent to the Hotel. Valet parking charges are $34 for overnight guests and $22 for non-overnight guests. If you wish to self-park will be charged an hourly rate, with a daily maximum of $22. Street parking is free after 6pm.

The Seelbach Hotel is located at 500 S 4^th St, Louisville, KY 40202. Visit the Seelbach’s website for more information on directions.

Directions to Seelbach Garage
Please access 4^th Street from Broadway.
Drive NORTH on 4^th Street from Broadway.
Turn LEFT/WEST on W Muhamed Ali
Turn LEFT into the parking alley between 4^th and 5 Street. Drive straight to parking garage.
You will see a blue PARC sign to turn left.

Auction

Live Auction – Bid Big, Win Big!

Indulge in the thrill of giving back at our Louisville Gala during our live auction featuring four sensational packages.

• Private 3-Course Dinner and Bourbon Tasting at Bourbons Bistro in Louisville
• Week Stay for 6 in Beach Front Condo in Indian Shores, FL
• Monterey, CA Getaway and Round of Golf at Iconic Del Monte Golf Course
• 2025 Kentucky Derby Reserved seating for 6 in Premier Box located in Section 324

Your bids promise unforgettable experiences and help fuel the fight against T1D. Bid generously and make a lasting impact!

Bourbon Pull – Take a Chance, Taste the Best!

Step up for a bit of mystery and a lot of flavor! Purchase a ticket and pull a surprise bottle from our collection of premium bourbons. Whether you’re a seasoned bourbon lover or trying something new, this is your chance to enjoy a top-tier spirit while supporting Breakthrough T1D.

Breakthrough T1D Auction Rules

• The Silent Auction packages will close during the live program on Saturday, March 8.
• Live auction packages will be auctioned during the live program at the Kentucky Gala on Saturday, March 8.
• You may skip ahead to the bid amount you want to pay. The next bidder must bid higher than you to be successful.
• All winning bids are final. There will be no exchange or refund on items unless otherwise specified.
• Should an auction package become unredeemable (a business is now closed, cancelled event, etc.) Breakthrough T1D will turn your support into a fully tax-deductible donation at your request.
• Please pay careful attention to all conditions, restrictions, and expiration dates on items and services. Unless otherwise stated, gift certificates exclude alcohol, tax and gratuity. Unless otherwise noted, all auction items and services must be used within one year of March 8, 2025. We appreciate your strict observance of these restrictions, as future donations depend upon it.
• Breakthrough T1D will communicate with all winning bidders after the auction closes regarding auction item pick-up/shipping. Winning bidders are responsible for any shipping and insurance charges. Guests attending the gala in-person will be able to pick-up auction items following the evening program.
• Breakthrough T1D will not ship alcohol to a winning bidder. You must be at least 21 years old to purchase any packages containing alcohol and tours of alcoholic establishments (distillery, brewery, etc).
• Breakthrough T1D is not responsible for replacing lost gift certificates. Breakthrough T1D is under no obligation to extend, modify or change items or restrictions on items/certificates.
• Dates for all trips and similar events must be mutually arranged with donor, unless otherwise noted. All reservations should be made at least one month in advance. All tickets in travel packages are for coach travel, unless otherwise specified. No refunds are permitted for canceled, lost, or unused tickets and/or accommodations.
• All completed sales from this event are considered transactions solely between the purchaser and the donor of the auction item.
• All gift card usage is the responsibility of the buyer. Although the gift card and amount is currently valid, Breakthrough T1D cannot be held responsible for unused gift cards at businesses that may cease to operate before the expiration date.
• Auction items may not be transferred from the original buyer to another auction outside of Breakthrough T1D without prior written consent from the donor.
• Breakthrough T1D has endeavored to catalogue and describe the auction items correctly, but all items are sold “as is.” No statements contained in the program or made orally at the sale or elsewhere shall be deemed a warranty, representation or assumption of liability.  Bidders should carefully note the specific restrictions, conditions, and expiration dates for items purchased.
• Breakthrough T1D reserves the right to withdraw any item from sale.
• Items depicted in the slide presentation are for illustration purposes and may not be actual auction items.

Note:  For tax purposes in regard to auction purchases, all contributions in excess of the fair market value of the item are tax deductible as a gift to a charitable organization. JDRF encourages all attendees, donors and contributors to consult the appropriate IRS Revenue Ruling 67-246 and their tax consultant.