On Wednesday, February 8, 2012, AVANCE, a local nonprofit dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty through a two-generational approach to education, will host the 11^th Annual Toma Mi Corazon Heart Auction at the Camino Real Hotel in downtown El Paso where hundreds of supporters will join forces to raise money to help educate El Paso families. 

The event features hearts created by local and regional artists.  In addition to the hearts, for the first time ever, the event will feature live auction packages.  Some of the packages to be auctioned off that night include:

“LEAVING ON A JET PLANE”  

Private plan service for two couples to Horseshoe Bay Resort courtesy of Resort Jet Center, weekend stay, including two hotel rooms and taxes, at Horseshoe Bay Resort, 4 rounds of golf at Horseshoe Bay Golf Course (named one of America’s Best Golf Resorts by Golf Magazine), and 2 50-minute massages for the ladies.

"BALI BACATION"

A week long stay at the Jepun Bali Villas in Bali, Indonesia. Nestled on a hillside with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean, Jepun Bali Villas is the perfect retreat on the island of Bali. This new property, completed in late 2008, combines Balinese style open-air living and Western style facilities.

“DINNER FOR FOUR IS NEVER A BORE”

Dinner for 4 (2 appetizers, 4 entrees, 2 desserts) once a month for a year at local restaurants such as Ardovino's Desert Crossing, Dane's Steakhouse, The Greenery, and The Garden.