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Northern Michigan
Relief Sale
July 31 – August 1, 2026
All proceeds from this auction go to MCC to help relieve suffering around the world.
For more than 50 years
Serving, Giving, Caring
Since our first sale in 1966, the Northern Michigan Relief Sale has been raising funds to support the projects and programs of Mennonite Central Committee (MCC), a worldwide ministry of Anabaptist churches.
Supporting this sale with bidding and donations creates an opportunity for us to demonstrate God’s love by working among people struggling with natural disasters, famine, war, disease and poverty, and to help relieve their suffering.
QUILT AUCTION
The Quilt Auction is one of the most popular events at the Relief Sale. Dozens of handmade quilts are sold at the auction. The quilts come in a variety of traditional and contemporary designs and in full, queen, and king sizes. Each quilt is a work of art and would make a beautiful addition to any home. In addition to quilts, comforters, wall hangings, crib quilts and afghans are also auctioned.
This quilt, Lone Star 96×108 hand quilted, sold for $4,600 in 2023.
GENERAL AUCTION
The General Auction featuring handcrafted wood items is a major part of the auction.
Many other wood furniture items are donated by local crafters including tables, chairs, rocking chairs, cedar chests, china cabinets, coffee tables, foot stools, cribs, crates and swings.
In addition to wood furniture, antiques, glass items and MCC collectibles are just some of the many items available for auction.
This piece, Pileated Woodpecker Intarsia sold for $7,000 in 2021.
AT THE SALE
There are a variety of booths at the sale with items to purchase including baked goods including pies, cakes, bread and other baked goods, jams, jellies, cheese, cookbooks, plants, and other country style food items. You’ll also find a variety of hand-crafted items including wreaths, wall hangings, Christmas ornaments, handwoven rugs, stained glass creations, and specialized items. Each year is different so be sure to check it out Friday evening. Other booths include used books, Kids’ World, Teen Boutique, the Sports Spot, as well as the annual Color Theme Booth. A wide variety of food is available on Friday and Saturday.
Youth Art Contest
CALLING ALL YOUTH! If you are artistic, concerned about those who are oppressed, and would like to gain some community service hours for your exit interview for graduation, take a look and get involved!
