More about SOS Pops the Cork

The Scholarship Challenge — a live, real-time push to raise $10,000 for SOS Scholarships during the event.

You'll see our wine bottle thermometer climb higher with each donation, leading to our grand moment to Pop the Cork!

 Every gift helps women overcome financial barriers to college.
 Donors who give $1,000 or more may name a scholarship in memory, in honor, or simply from themselves.

Planning ahead? If you are required to take a minimum distribution from your IRA, it can be directed to SOS tax-free

Meet Our Giant Toy Soldier Mascot

Standing 8 feet tall and dressed to impress, this animated, musical Toy Soldier is our Scholarship Challenge Guardian—and an auction item too!

Brand new in box
Animated with lights and music
 Indoor / Outdoor usage
 8 feet tall
Only produced in 2024—resale values range from $566–$1,300!

More about the Toy Soldier:
Known for their craftsmanship and attention to detail, German toymakers began producing wooden toy soldiers as part of Christmas celebrations in the late 1890s. These figures were often used to decorate Christmas trees, providing a festive and regal touch to the holiday season. The well-known Nutcracker Ballet features toy soldiers and thus the proliferation of wonderful collections of Nutcrackers around the world.