Art and generosity will come together this November as Loudoun Cares hosts its eighth annual Art Auction, featuring original works donated by more than two dozen regional artists to support neighbors in need.

The event will take place Thursday, Nov. 19, at Fleetwood Farm Winery in Leesburg, with proceeds benefiting Loudoun Cares and its community programs.

The auction will feature a juried selection of artwork donated by artists from across the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia region. Guests will have the opportunity to bid on original pieces during a live auction, while a silent auction will offer additional artwork, unique experiences and goods and services from Loudoun businesses.

Art lovers will also have an opportunity to view the collection before the event. An opening reception is scheduled for Nov. 6 at the Loudoun County Law Library, 18 E. Market St. in Leesburg. The exhibit will remain on display through Nov. 17 during regular library hours.

The Nov. 19 fundraiser promises an evening of art, music and food, including cuisine prepared by James Beard Award-nominated Chef Tarver King, featuring dishes from Waverly Springs.

Beyond the artwork and festivities, the evening supports an organization that has spent more than two decades connecting Loudoun residents with essential resources and opportunities to help others.

“As a nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of the Loudoun community to continue serving our neighbors in need,” said Ronni Allen Ward, Loudoun Cares Board Chair. “We are honored by the incredible support of so many artists, community members, and local businesses who make this event possible.”

The auction is Loudoun Cares’ largest annual fundraising event.

Through its ConnectLine information and referral service, the Leesburg-based nonprofit helps residents locate assistance with housing, utilities, food and other essential needs. In 2025, Loudoun Cares distributed more than $4 million in support, helping residents remain in their homes, keep their utilities connected and put food on their tables.

The organization also operates an Online Volunteer Center that connects people interested in volunteering with local nonprofits. More than 350 organizations are registered with the center, which receives approximately 80 to 100 new volunteer registrations each month. In 2025, Loudoun Cares helped fill 2,836 volunteer positions.

For the artists donating their work, the auction offers an opportunity to share their creativity while contributing to programs that make a difference in the community.

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available through Loudoun Cares.

For additional information visit loudouncares.org or call 703-669-2351. Residents seeking assistance with community resources may call the ConnectLine at 703-669-4636.