Lowcountry Preparatory School
BASH
March 21, 2026 • Kaminski House • Georgetown, SC • Black Tie
The World Is Your Oyster,
Let's Make It a Pearl!
BASH "Building a Scholastic Heritage" 2026
30th Anniversary Benefit Gala
March 21, 2026 • Kaminski House • Georgetown, SC • Black Tie
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating 30 years of community, excellence, and tradition at Lowcountry Preparatory School's signature annual benefit - reimagined this year as an elegant oyster-and-pearl–themed gala at the historic Kaminski House.
An Evening to Remember
Experience an unforgettable night featuring:
Live Entertainment
Live band & dancing featuring The Monterio Experience
Premium Beverages
Full bar & signature cocktails
Gourmet Cuisine
Elevated passed hors d'oeuvres & stations
Exciting Auctions
Silent auction, live auction, and our new Golden Pearl Tuition Raffle, Class Basket Raffle and Orchid Raffle experienc
Join Us for This Special Evening
Evening Under the Pearls - Celebration Sponsor
Support the atmosphere and celebration of BASH 2026 as the sponsor of the evening's live entertainment and overall guest experience.
BASH is our most important community event of the year and supports the programs and people that make Lowcountry Prep so special.
A Message from the BASH 2026 Co-Chairs
BASH is more than a gala - it is a celebration of the people, traditions, and community that make Lowcountry Preparatory School such a special place. As we celebrate our 30th anniversary this year, we are deeply grateful for the families, alumni, faculty, and friends who continue to support our school so generously. Whether you join us as a guest, a sponsor, a donor, or a volunteer, your involvement truly makes a difference. We can't wait to welcome you to an unforgettable evening at the Kaminski House as we celebrate the past, invest in the future, and come together for a wonderful cause.
With gratitude,
Adrian Sims Truluck & Michele Kirkland Mims
BASH 2026 Co-Chairs
Tickets & Raffles
Ticketing Philosophy
Tickets are designed to fill the room and bring our community together. Our primary fundraising impact comes from sponsorships, raffles, and auctions.
Category | Individual | Couple |
|---|---|---|
| General Admission | $125 | $250 |
| Alumni & Prospective Families | $100 | $190 |
| Faculty/Staff | Complimentary | --- |
| Faculty Guest/Spouse | $100 | --- |
Early Bird Discount
Early Bird General Admission:
From tuition credits to beautiful class baskets, our raffles offer exciting opportunities to support LPS while winning wonderful prizes.
Raffles at BASH
Exciting opportunities to win amazing prizes
Golden Pearl Tuition Raffle
The More We Sell, The Bigger the Prize!
Tickets: $100 each
The tuition credit grows as more tickets are sold!
- 18 tickets$1,000
- 45 tickets$2,500
- 90 tickets$5,000
- 135 tickets$7,500
- 180 tickets$10,000
Every ticket helps unlock the next level. Buy yours and help us level up!
Winner receives a 2026–2027 tuition credit. Winner does not need to be present.
Class Basket & Orchid Raffle
Pick Your Favorites, Drop Your Tickets!
This year's Class Basket Raffle uses a "bucket drop" format. Guests purchase raffle ticket bundles and place their tickets into the baskets and orchid arrangements they hope to win.
- Guests choose what they want to win
- Orchid centerpieces will be raffled at the end of the night as "Take Home a Pearl"
- Winners drawn after the live auction to keep the celebration going
Premium Bundle Options
Best value for raffle tickets
$400
25 tickets
$600
45 tickets
$800
75 tickets
Smaller bundles will also be available.
1 ticket for $25 and 5 for $100
BASH 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
BASH is Lowcountry Preparatory School's signature annual benefit and our most important community fundraising event of the year. This year's gala marks our 30th Anniversary, and will be an elevated evening of cocktails, exceptional food, live music, and exciting auction and raffle experiences in support of our students and school.
Exclusive VIP Experience
All sponsors are invited to an exclusive Sponsor Champagne Welcome prior to the main event.
Early Bird Benefit
Secure your sponsorship by March 6, 2026 to be included in all printed materials and event signage.
*Sponsorships are welcome until the night of the gala
Golden South Sea Pearl - Presenting Sponsor
Limited to Two
- Recognition as Presenting Sponsor of BASH 2026
- Premier logo placement on event signage, website, and printed materials
- On-stage recognition during the program
- VIP table for eight guests
- Invitation to Sponsor Champagne Welcome
Tahitian Black Pearl Sponsor
- Prominent recognition on event signage, website, and printed materials
- On-stage recognition during the program
- VIP table for six guests
- Invitation to Sponsor Champagne Welcome
Akoya Pearl Sponsor
- Recognition on event signage, website, and printed materials
- VIP table for four guests
- Invitation to Sponsor Champagne Welcome
Freshwater Pearl Sponsor
- Recognition on event signage and website
- Four event tickets
- Invitation to Sponsor Champagne Welcome
Pearl Patron
- Recognition on event signage and website
- Two event tickets
- Invitation to Sponsor Champagne Welcome
Auction at BASH 2026
Silent Auction - Powered by Text2Bid
This year's silent auction will be hosted on Text2Bid, making it easy and fun to bid right from your phone during the event. Auction items will be added continuously as donations are confirmed, so be sure to check back often - and come ready to bid!
Guests will be able to:
- Browse items digitally
- Place bids instantly from their phones
- Receive outbid notifications in real time
- Watch the auction build throughout the evening
How to Donate an Auction Item
Donating an item is easy and makes a huge impact on the success of BASH.
Donation submission contact:
Our team will handle:
- Item write-ups
- Display
- Bid setup in Text2Bid
If you represent a business or are asking on behalf of one, we also have a donation request letter available to share.
Lowcountry Preparatory Families are encouraged to patronize supporting businesses.
Lowcountry Preparatory School is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation; therefore, all donations are tax deductible
Do You Have Access to Something Special?
One of the most important ways families can support BASH is by helping us secure exceptional auction items. The most successful auctions aren't built on small items - they are built on experiences, access, and generosity.
We are especially interested in:
- Vacation homes & getaways (beach, mountain, lake houses)
- Airline miles, hotel stays & travel packages
- Boat days, hunting, fishing, sporting experiences
- Chef dinners, wine tastings, cooking classes
- Lessons (golf, tennis, art, music, cooking, floral)
- Concerts, sporting events & theater tickets
- Behind-the-scenes tours & unique access experiences
- Business & professional services (photography, home consults, wellness, beauty, etc.)
Experiences and access-based items typically raise far more than physical goods.
Live Auction - The Showpiece of the Evening
Our live auction features a small, highly curated collection of extraordinary, high-impact experiences and serves as one of the most exciting moments of the night.
A few signature items will be revealed in advance, but several will remain a surprise until the evening of the event. This is intentional - and part of the fun.
Expect:
- Once-in-a-lifetime trips and experiences
- Special hosted events and private gatherings
The live auction is designed to be fast-paced, entertaining, and unforgettable - and often produces some of the most memorable moments of the night.
Heads or Tails
A New Interactive Tradition at BASH
Experience an exciting game of chance featuring elegant blinking rings and a surprise grand prize. Quick, engaging, and inclusive - everyone participates in this moment of friendly anticipation.