NAAEE 2026 Online Auction

Welcome to the NAAEE 2026 Virtual Auction!

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NAAEE 2026 Virtual Auction with grid of auction items

Place Your Bids by December 1!

Thank you for helping NAAEE continue our critical work by bidding on great silent auction items, from rejuvenating trips to India and the Rockies to board games and slippers for a cozy night at home, and so much more. The auction ends 8:00 PM ET on December 1, 2026! Best of luck bidding!

Thank you for helping NAAEE continue our vital work by bidding on amazing silent auction items, from rejuvenating trips to India and the Rockies to a board game and slippers for a cozy night at home, from a Barbie Eco-Leadership Team playset to gorgeous artwork and so much more. If you win a bid, you will receive an email and receipt, and someone from NAAEE will contact you to help you get your item.

If you would like to make a direct financial contribution, click the blue "Donate Directly" button at the top of the Auction page in the Betterworld platform or donate through the NAAEE website.

For more than fifty years, NAAEE has cultivated and supported a 50,000+ strong network of educators who are helping people of all ages protect our planet, tackle complex challenges, think critically and creatively, and create a more just and sustainable world.

Your bids and donations directly support this work—advancing environmental education, professional development, and policy efforts that ensure everyone has access to clean air, safe water, nature, and healthy communities.

A heartfelt thank-you to the generous businesses and partners who donated these items and experiences. See additional information in our auction FAQs below.

NAAEE Virtual Auction FAQs

How do I participate in the NAAEE 2026 Virtual Auction?

BetterWorld makes online bidding easy! Access the NAAEE 2026 Auction through this link: https://naaee.betterworld.org/auctions/naaee-2026-online-auction 

When placing your first bid, you'll be prompted to provide payment information, along with your name, email, and password. You can also add your phone number to receive outbid notifications via text and email. 

How can I help encourage my friends to place bids?

Find some examples of copy for social media posts and graphics you can use to share the auction in this folder. Thank you so much for helping us spread the word!

If I win a bid on a physical item, will I need to pay shipping fees?

Yes! Please remember that shipping fees apply to select items, as noted. Please keep in mind that shipping fees may vary depending on your location. Thank you so much for your support!

When will the auction take place?

The NAAEE 2026 Virtual Auction starts on November 2, 2026 at noon ET and concludes on December 1, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET. We encourage participants to bid early and check back often. We may also add new auction items throughout the bidding period!

How will the funds raised be used?

Your participation will help NAAEE raise unrestricted funds, which are critical to the success of our organization. Your support enables us to:

  • Foster a global network of changemakers equipped to address complex challenges
  • Produce research-backed resources like the Guidelines for Excellence series and our research library
  • Expand conference access so that cost is not a barrier
  • Support our Affiliate Network, strengthening EE at local and national levels through the power of this network of organizations
  • Provide free resources like eeWEBINARS and eeJOBS, ensuring educators have the tools they need to make a difference
  • Expand access for all communities, empowering everyone to have a voice and lead the way
  • Strengthen local and national networks that create real, lasting change in communities across the globe
  • Support policies that strengthen environmental education at all levels
  • And nimbly respond to needs and opportunities in the field.

Join us in creating a more healthy and sustainable future for all.

What if I have more questions or need help with the BetterWorld platform or the auction?

Please email Stacie@naaee.org or Grace@naaee.org with general questions about the auction. We will do our best to respond within 24 business hours.

Thank you!

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