Water
The lack of clean drinking water is what first drew our to Ethiopia in 2011 when we traveled with World Vision to see their programs. While we are encouraged with the progress that has been made, our trip this past July with Hawassa Hope reminded us that the need is...
Depression Glass
Green Valley Auctions is staffed with collectors and gurus who love the thrill of antique discoveries as much as any customer. Kent Botkin, GVA Auction Director, is a Depression glass collector and aficionado. “The knowledge has come from years and years of dealing...
Shopping in Ethiopia
From traveling, to gathering water, to shopping, life is an adventure in Ethiopia. But more importantly, life in Ethiopia is relational. You see these relationships everywhere. In the villages way out in the countryside, they depend on one another for help, much like...
Absentee Bidding
Absentee bidding is a buzz activity here at Green Valley Auctions. As an auction customer myself, I take full advantage of this well-orchestrated system on auction days, and I have taken home several impressive items for impressive low prices. Also known as a “left...
Second Home
As a family-oriented business, we cannot say enough good things about this organization. It improves our community in so many ways, and most importantly it enriches the life of each child who walks through the doors. No child is turned away because of a parent’s...
We’re Home from Ethiopia
Thank you all for your prayers and support. After a whirlwind trip, we're home from Ethiopia. We are still catching-up on our sleep after a 16 hour flight and the 7 hour time difference. With payroll on Monday, a massive stack of moves and auction pickups on my desk...