Event co-organizer Howard GutknechtWho knew Mardi Gras could find its way up to Seattle in January? But on a rainy winter night, typical of the Pacific Northwest, Mardi Gras was in full swing. The costumes were extravagant, the laughs were affable and the beads abundant. And all of this festivity was in the spirit of giving. On January 30th, 2010 Communities In Schools held its first-annual Mardi Gras Dinner Auction to both celebrate and support the organization’s statewide mission to keep kids in school.
Festive party goersThe guests of the night clearly captured this spirit of donation and dedication and met it with their own share of festivity and fun. Bidding wars broke out as guests tried to claim their favorite items in the silent auction. Throughout the presentation attendees stood to celebrate our work. And when the invitation to give was announced, auction paddles were pushed into the air.
Event speaker: Mark Monroe, Communities In Schools alumnus
Through the energy and compassion of the 125 guests, Communities In Schools is, after expenses $12,000 more able to do our work. Schools can’t do it alone, and neither can we. We sincerely thank all our supporters, our sponsors—Pike Brewing Co., Mercer Estates, Service Linen Supply, and Linda and Larry Huseby—and each and every guest that showed their support for kids and families.
Thank you,
Communities In Schools of Washington
Board and Staff
