Celebration Auction

Save the Date for the 2027 Celebration Auction – Saturday, May 1

The Celebration Auction at New Life Academy is an annual event that unites students, families, and faculty in celebrating Christian education and supporting our community. Through live and silent auctions, attendees bid on various items and experiences, with proceeds benefiting school programs, variable tuition, and advancing NLA’s mission. It’s a joyful occasion where we come together, make a difference, and have a blast—all in one unforgettable event!

Interested in donating an auction item?
Contact Auction Co-Chairs Elizabeth Kriel at elizabethkriel@newlifeacademy.org or Leslie Kuckler at lesliekucker@newlifeacademy.org

Interested in sponsoring the event?
Contact Larry Chinn, Advancement Director, larrychinn@newlifeacademy.org

Get Involved

Sponsorship

Larry Chinn, Development Director
651-757-4314
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Donations

Elizabeth Kriel, Auction Co-Chair
320-491-0484
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Leslie Kuckler, Auction Co-Chair
651-208-5041
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Guests in bright neon outfits posing under a glowing archway at New Life Academy’s Neon Nights Celebration Auction.
Stage at Neon Nights Celebration Auction with colorful neon-themed backdrop and large illuminated letters, part of New Life Academy’s annual fundraising gala.
Guests seated in a decorated gym watching the program at New Life Academy’s Neon Nights Celebration Auction.
Guests dressed in vibrant neon-themed outfits chatting during New Life Academy’s Neon Nights Celebration Auction fundraising event.

2026 Auction Recap

Over $610,000

Raised to Support Christian Education

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Celebration Auction – Elevate: A Night on the Town! Because of your generosity, the NLA community is thriving and experiencing incredible impact: more students can attend NLA through Variable Tuition, our campus is safer and more welcoming with new building and security improvements, students are learning and serving around the world, school spirit is alive at every athletic event, students bring the stage to life with inspiring performances, and teachers are equipped with new resources to enrich their classrooms.