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Contact the Auction Office at:

The Channel 10 Auction
12560 W Townsend Avenue
Brookfield WI 53005

Phone: (262) 781-4998
FAX:     (262) 781-4958


Art Langlas
Director of Auctions
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Paul Fedor
Senior Associate Auction Director
Major Gifts (donations valued at $600 and up)
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Michael McKenzie
Associate Auction Director 
Contact for: General Merchandise, Wine, Home Improvement, Sports, and Travel &  Leisure specialty categories

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Sharon Fischer-Toerpe
Associate Auction Director 
Contact for: Art, Antiques, Collectables and Fine Dining
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Pam Behling
Director Volunteer Services 
(414) 297-8009 
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Great Channel 10 Auction

The Great Channel 10 Auction 2008
was a BIG SUCCESS

The Auction set a new all time record of $1,207,620.


If you have questions or need to pickup your winning items
call 262-781-4998.


View pictures from the 2008 Great TV Auction

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What is Auction?

It's a unique on-air fund raising event airing live on Channel 10 to southeastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois.  New merchandise and services are auctioned off to viewers who bid from home by telephone.  The wide variety of items are contributed by businesses and individuals in support of public television in southeastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois.

The auction is also an opportunity for companies, corporations, shops, and individuals to garner valuable television exposure with the Public Broadcasting audience.

  • Showcase a new product
  • Display a best seller
  • Identify your location
  • Appeal to new customers
  • Gain corporate visibility
  • Declare your community spirit
  • Show your support for Channels 10/36 programming 

What is the money used for?

Auction income is used to purchase quality programming and maintain equipment for Channels 10 and 36. The majority of funding comes from community support. 

Where is the Auction held?

12560 West Townsend Street, Brookfield, WI 53005

Facts at a glance

The Channel 10 Great TV Auction ...

  • Premiered in 1969 with a goal of $50,000 and a volunteer base of 250.
  • It now raises in excess of $1,200,000 with a volunteer base of 2,000.
  • Supports 10 minutes of every hour of programming on Channels 10 and 36.
  • Reaches an 11-county viewing area across southeastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois.
  • Is made up 2,000 volunteers, 6,000 clients, 18, 000 items, and countless buyers.
  • Leads the nation's PBS auctions in prime time viewer ratings.
  • Is the #1 PBS auction in the nation, based on net revenue.
  • Has won 5 PBS awards for fund raising excellence.
  • Features antiques and art items in a public exhibit and on-air.

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