Graystone Eye Missions

04/05/2026

Our Silent Auction Begins Tomorrow!

Don’t miss your chance to start bidding on incredible items while supporting Graystone Eye Missions.

Register here:
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/graystoneeyemissionsgala-auction/

Signing up to bid is FREE. Please note, participation in the live auction is reserved for attendees present at the event.

Join us and be part of something meaningful.

04/04/2026

A local arts experience, generously donated by the Western Piedmont Symphony, will be featured in the Graystone Missions Gala & Auction silent auction.

Enjoy an evening of music with four vouchers to a 2026–2027 Western Piedmont Symphony concert, along with a WPS cup, “No Strings Attached” t-shirt (size medium), and a collection of WPS stickers.

Thank you to the Western Piedmont Symphony for supporting the mission and helping make this evening possible.

04/03/2026

A perfect date night package, generously donated by Barley Market Hickory & Rule Prime & Pasta, will be featured in the Graystone Missions Gala & Auction silent auction.

Enjoy nights out in Hickory with a $100 gift card to Barley Market, $50 to The Peanut House, and $100 to any One Hospitality restaurant.

Thank you to Barley Market & Café Rule for supporting the mission and helping make this evening possible.

04/02/2026

We’re proud to recognize Heidelberg Engineering US as our Photography Sponsor for the 2026 Graystone Eye Missions Gala & Auction.

Their support helps us capture and share the moments that make this evening so meaningful, while also advancing the work of Graystone Eye Missions.

Thank you to Heidelberg Engineering for standing with us and supporting this special event.

04/01/2026

A live music experience, generously donated by Hickory Music Factory, will be featured in the Graystone Missions Gala & Auction live auction.

Whether you’re planning an event, party, or an intimate gathering, enjoy a string band or jazz ensemble performance—a unique experience sure to elevate any occasion.

Thank you to Hickory Music Factory for supporting the mission and helping make this evening possible.

03/31/2026

A unique “Dining Crawl” experience, generously donated by Imagine One Hospitality, will be featured in the Graystone Missions Gala & Auction live auction.

This experience for four guests includes stops at some of Hickory’s favorite destinations:
• Cowa Sake – appetizers, sushi, and cocktails
• Boca – wine and tapas
• Vintage House – dessert and after-dinner drinks or coffee

Thank you to Imagine One Hospitality for supporting the mission and helping make this evening possible.

03/30/2026

03/29/2026

A rare and distinctive art piece, generously donated by David & Paula Parsons, will be featured in the Graystone Missions Gala & Auction live auction.

This framed Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon painting print celebrates the heritage and craftsmanship behind one of Kentucky’s most iconic symbols. The original piece was hand signed by Julian Van Winkle III, and these limited-edition prints are archival giclée reproductions created from that original work.

Thank you to David & Paula Parsons for supporting the mission and helping make this evening possible.

03/28/2026

FUND-A-NEED: Vision Access Fund

Support a cause that makes a direct impact in our community. Our Split-the-Pot tickets are available NOW for just $20 each.

Your support helps fund our Vision Access Fund—a program designed to provide essential eye care services to individuals in need. Through an application process, we are able to cover the cost of care and ensure patients across Western North Carolina receive the treatment they deserve.

Click here to purchase your ticket(s) today: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/graystoneeyemissionsgala-auction/item/589474

03/28/2026

We’re proud to recognize Richey May North Carolina as a supporting sponsor for the 2026 Graystone Eye Missions Gala & Auction.

Their support helps make this special evening possible and plays an important role in advancing the work of Graystone Eye Missions both locally and around the world.

Thank you to Richey May | North Carolina for standing with us and supporting this meaningful evening.

03/27/2026

A premium grilling package, generously donated by the Graystone Eye Missions Community Advisory Board, will be featured in the Graystone Missions Gala & Auction live auction.

This package includes a Traeger Pro Series 22 Pellet Grill, Signature Blend Wood Pellets, and a StayDRY™ Pellet Bin & Lid—perfect for elevating any outdoor cooking experience.

Thank you to the Graystone Eye Missions Community Advisory Board Members for supporting the mission and for their unwavering commitment.

03/26/2026

Want to get in on early bidding?

Register for our online auction and be ready to start bidding on April 6th!

If you’ve already purchased your ticket, you have already been registered—be sure to check your email or text to confirm your registration.

Thank you to all of our generous donors—this would not be possible without your support.