HISTORY OF THE BLIZZARD AUCTION

The BLIZZARD AUCTION was born in the aftermath of the great blizzard of 1978 in Bryan, Ohio. WBNO/WQCT wanted to commemorate that event by doing an on-air radio auction that raised money for local organizations. The first auction was held in 1979 and the proceeds helped to rebuild the grandstand at the Williams County Fairgrounds. Over the years, the auction has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for organizations helping the community.

WHO BENEFITS FROM THE BLIZZARD AUCTION IN 2025

Various organizations have used funding from this event to benefit our communities over the years.

This year the BLIZZARD AUCTION has expanded to Defiance County for 2025! To make more of an impact, the BLIZZARD AUCTION will be donating proceeds to the United Way of Defiance County's Backpack Buddy program and Williams County's Storehouse 4 Hope.

WHEN IS THE BLIZZARD AUCTION

The BLIZZARD AUCTION is held on January 25, 2025 from 8am - 7pm. It is a one day auction with brackets of donated items that are auctioned off over the air by WBNO/WQCT (100.9 & 96.5) ALL items are donated by local businesses and community members.

Click on the View Auction Items button below to see some of the items that will be in the auction. We will keep adding items as they come in, so make sure to keep checking back.

HOW CAN I HELP WITH THE BLIZZARD AUCTION

There are lots of ways to help with the BLIZZARD AUCTION! We are looking for gift cards or certificates, gift basket items, sports memorabilia, sport/event tickets, electronics, and anything for a vacation package. Any donations can be dropped off at the Defiance county location at the United Way of Defiance County (608 Clinton St.) or for Williams County contact Jennifer at 419-630-4108 for pickup/drop off arrangements.