Get ready to bid at the LaGrange County Chamber of Commerce's 17th Annual Power of the Purse & Wallet on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at the Blue Gate Performing Arts Center in Shipshewana!

This event is open to the public and ALL PROCEEDS go towards Lakeland, Prairie Heights, and Westview's Boomerang Backpacks and Blessings in a Backpack Programs, which provide food to children facing food scarcity throughout the school year, during their weekends and holiday breaks.

We invite everyone to join in this special day, bid generously, and help ensure that No Tummy Goes Hungry!

This LUNCH event will consist of a meal, a live purse auction, and a packed purse raffle. With the purse raffle, you'll get to purchase raffle tickets for your shot to win a purse/bag filled with awesomeness.

11:00 am - Doors Open/Cocktail Hour
11:30 am - Lunch is Served
12:00 pm - Live Auction Begins