The West Texas Rehab Auction Bid, Win and Make a Huge Difference
West Texas Rehabs' Incredible Auction: Bid, Win, and Make a Difference!
Get ready to raise your paddle, literally or digitally, at the 55th Annual West Texas Rehab Telethon, happening Saturday, January 25 at the Abilene Convention Center. This long-running Telethon brings in stellar musical acts, unforgettable moments, and an online and live auction that helps fund life-changing services for our fellow Texans.
As someone born with only one arm, I truly understand how essential these services are. While the entertainment is always fantastic, it’s the auction that keeps me coming back, I’ve won so many handmade quilts that my wife calls me the “Blanket Man of the Big Country.” It’s also remarkably easy to bid and win, and by doing so, you’re not only having fun but donating to a worthy cause. Best of all, every cent raised at the telethon and auction goes directly to helping those in need.
A Treasure Trove of Auction Items (as seen in the photo gallery)
Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a hunting enthusiast, or someone who just loves a good bargain, you’ll find an incredible variety of items up for grabs:
- Hunting Packages: Rifles, shotguns, pistols, ammo, gun vaults, carrying cases, you name it.
- Autographed Memorabilia: Guitars, jerseys, balls, hats, photos and more
- Outdoor Adventures: Vacation packages, travel gear, and yes, even a brand-new pickup truck to get you there!
- Home Essentials: From handcrafted quilt blankets (my personal favorite) to tools, furniture, and home décor.
- Unique Finds: Handmade jewelry, autographed sports memorabilia, exclusive music collectibles, and more.
All proceeds go directly to the West Texas Rehabilitation Center, supporting patients who’ve been injured, suffered a stroke, or are born with physical challenges, people like me.
How to Join the Fun
Can’t make it in person? No worries! Through the HandBid App, you can register, view items, and place bids no matter where you are. Just scan the QR code we’re adding to this article or go to the West Texas Rehab website to jump into the action. Real-time notifications mean you’ll never miss a chance to outbid someone on that must-have treasure.
The HandBid CR Code for the 2025 West Texas rehab Auction
Be There Live (or Online)
If you’d like to experience the event in all its glory, snag a ticket and head to the Abilene Convention Center. You’ll witness live entertainment, see the auction items up close, and feel the energy of a community rallying to support those in need. With the online auction open right now, you can start browsing items, setting your favorites, and strategizing your bids before the big day.
Why Your Support Matters
Every quilt, guitar, vacation package, or hunting rifle that finds a new home helps fund the vital work of the West Texas Rehab Center. Over the years, this Telethon has changed countless lives, granting children and adults the chance to walk, talk, or regain movement after a traumatic event. By bidding, winning, and donating, you’re doing more than shopping, you’re making a difference for Texans who need it most.
So, sign up & bid, and bring home something special while supporting a cause that’s close to my heart and to the hearts of so many in the Lone Star State. Who knows, you just might become the next “Blanket Man (or Woman) of the Big Country.”