What is Gourmets for God?
Gourmets for God is our beloved annual FUNdraiser, where great food, big hearts, and joyful community come together in the most delicious way possible! It’s a community-created auction filled with food-centered experiences designed to bring us together, spark connection, and support the Center for Spiritual Living.
From casual picnics and hands-on cooking classes to elegant dinners and playful food adventures, there’s something for every taste and style. You attend by bidding on a seat during our Gourmets for God Silent Auction, and then showing up ready to laugh, connect, and savor the moment.
Events run May through December, primarily in person throughout the Greater Seattle area.
Because Gourmets for God isn’t just about the food – it’s about YOU:
- Laughing and having fun
- Making new friends
- Sharing creativity and generosity
- Deepening community
- Supporting our spiritual home
It’s a FUNdraising auction created by our community, for our community – powered by food, friendship, and joy. Come hungry for connection!
Gourmets for God
Silent Auction 2026 | April 10, 9am - May 3, 1pm
Online Auction: April 10, 9am – May 3, 1pm
Auction Sundays: April 12, 19, 26, May 3
To Bid Online, Link to:
SILENT AUCTION PRO (Online Bidding Site)
View or Download the 2026 AUCTION CATALOG (Digital PDF)
How to bid in the Silent Auction
If you’ve participated in other silent auctions before, you have most likely placed a bid to buy the whole event. The Gourmets for God Silent Auction operates differently, however. Rather than bidding on the event itself, you’ll be bidding for one seat at a specific event. If the event accommodates six people, then you will be bidding for just one of six possible seats. You can also bid for more than one seat if you plan to take a guest.
The Gourmets for God Silent Auction is ONLINE. There will also be a Gourmet for Gods information table in the lobby. To get registered as an official bidder, click the Silent Auction Pro link and then “Log-In/Register to Bid” on the top right or visit the Gourmets for God Registration Table on campus. Download your Auction Catalog or pick it up in person to view all events, get tips for bidding, and help you keep track of your bids. There is no fee to register for the auction and your credit card information is held securely and won’t be accessible to anyone else. You will only be charged when you win something!
While anyone can bid, and we do not place any limits on the number of events you can bid on, your bid is financially binding and you will be charged for all events for which you have submitted a winning bid. Please note that should any event need to be cancelled you will be offered the opportunity for a full refund. You do not need to be a CSL member to participate.
Winning Bids
Upon winning, your bids will be processed on your credit card a few days following the close of the auction. You will receive an email with the event information and receipt. The event host will then contact you with the final details for attending. Happy bidding and enjoy your wins!
Bidding Tips
The Regular auction events have individual tiles to represent each available seat. To get the best deal, place your bid on a spot that says Current Bid: No Bid. If all the tiles already have bids placed on them, place your higher bid on one of the tiles to keep the bidding going.
Note: You will receive notification of being “outbid” via text message or email depending on which option you chose when registering.
The Buy-It-Now auction events have one tile showing the remaining number of seats available. To secure your spot, simply click on the tile and click the green “Buy It” button.
Please note that Gourmets for God events are considered private events sponsored by the event host and chef. Event hosts determine any, and all event restrictions. It is at the host’s discretion to incorporate Covid safety guidelines. If you have any questions about event restrictions, please reach out to the event host directly.
Most events are located in the greater Seattle area, unless otherwise noted.
Have questions? Reach out to the Gourmets for God Team at gourmets@spiritualliving.org, or stop by to see us on Sundays.