By Tom Riles on June 22, 2025
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This was one of the coolest nights of my life. My friend and incredibly talented fundraiser, Harry Santa-Olalla asked me if I could serve as the benefit auctioneer and run the live appeal for Patrick and Brittany Mahomes’ 15 and the Mahomies non-profit. Harry was beyond generous to give me this opportunity which he was … Continue Reading
Three years in a row! I’m so proud to be part of the transformation of this event. As Moffitt’s signature gala event, the Magnolia Ball raises funds to support cancer research, bringing us ever closer to new treatments and cures. The evening is a celebration; of courageous patients, of the extraordinary work of scientists and … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on July 10, 2024
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This show was fantastic, and I was thrilled to be a part of it for the first year. I shared the stage with Danielle Breezy, Nashville’s trusted meteorologist from WKRN News 2. I was proud to lead the highly successful Fund-A-Need for this amazing event. Danielle and I hosted the dance competition featuring Nashville celebrities … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on May 12, 2024
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Two years in a row I’ve been lucky to serve as the auctioneer and emcee for one of my favorite events, The San Antonio Heart Ball! I get to share the story of my daughter’s open-heart surgery AND I get conduct a fun live auction and Open Your Heart giving moment. A big bonus for … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on May 3, 2024
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In September 2023, I attended OneCause’s RAISE conference in Nashville which focuses on fundraising insights, networking and gala preparation. I learned so much from the many sessions, and was happy to connect with some non-profits who were looking for advice on their live auction and Fund-A-Need fundraising. Now in 2024, I was so excited to … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on May 1, 2024
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I’ve had a wonderful time serving as the charity auctioneer for one of my favorite Nashville non-profits, Nurses for Newborns for the last two years. Having a medically fragile daughter of my own, I can fully relate to what the families that this organization serve are going through, and I’m proud that my live auction … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on April 15, 2024
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I’ve been lucky to travel all around the United States, but I must say one of my favorite places is Park City and Salt Lake City in Utah. The snow capped mountain scenery is absolutely beautiful. The views from the St. Regis at Deer Valley where we held Park City Institute’s Annual Fundraiser were just … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on April 15, 2024
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I was truly honored to serve as the benefit auctioneer for the second year in a row for the prestigious Philadephia Heart Ball this past March. The event was held at the National Constitution Center, and I was thrilled to be able to host the live auction and the Open Your Heart giving moment. As … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on March 27, 2024
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Being on stage for the second year in a row at the Moffitt Cancer Center’s Magnolia Ball was a dream come true. This year we raised over 5.3 Million Dollars! Both the live auction that I conducted, as well as the paddle raise exceed expections, and were a thrill to be a part of. “My … Continue Reading
By Tom Riles on March 17, 2024
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I was excited to return back to Los Angeles for a premiere event in Hollywood, the GO Campaign Gala. History has shown that the most effective way to fight poverty and make a difference in the lives of children is through small grants and grassroots organizations. Well that is exactly what Go Campaign does best, … Continue Reading
