South Dakota High School Rodeo Club Cancels 'Slave Auction' Amid Outrage KEY POINTS "Slave Auctions" have existed in South Dakota for over a decade Club members are auctioned off to serve the highest bidder A rodeo club in Faith, South Dakota, canceled its "Slave/Branding Auction," a fundraising event, following a social media backlash over its name, which was described as "racist and derogatory." The Faith High School Rodeo Club had initially planned the annual event, which included a pancake supper and a pie auction, for April 26 at Legion Hall in Faith, the Argus Leader reported. "Slave Auctions" have existed in several communities in South Dakota for over a decade. The concept is that the club members are auctioned off to serve/do chores for the highest bidders in exchange for a donation.