There are deals galore in cyberspace on this day of all online-shopping days. But where can you get the reward of helping others at the same time you're helping yourself?
The Creative Loafing Online Holiday Auction, where your winning bid helps The Children's Home sustain its programs to assure the safety and happiness of abused and neglected children in Tampa Bay. Bidding continues through Dec. 16, but be aware that many of the items close before the 16th. (See cltampa.com/auction for details.)
The 86 items in the auction appeal to a range of pocketbooks. (Figures reflect bidding as of Mon. Nov. 29 at 8:30 a.m.)
Our current highest-bid-getter is Item #13, "A Vacation Anywhere in the World" ($630 for a $2000 value).
On the other hand, we've got some luxe gifts which are currently drawing way less than their value,
This article appears in Nov 25 – Dec 1, 2010.