Join us in supporting the Outdoors for All Foundation at our 23rd Annual Gala Auction! This joyous event brings together generous community members and partners who share our commitment to enriching the lives of children and adults with disabilities through outdoor recreation. By donating to our auction, you play a crucial role in helping us expand our programs, ensuring operational sustainability, and fostering a community that prioritizes accessibility and inclusion.
Your support enables us to provide transformative outdoor experiences that enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities, allowing them to discover new strengths and build lasting memories. Be a part of this impactful cause and help us create a more inclusive and adventurous world for everyone.
Event Layout:
November 1st - November 8th, 2024: Online Virtual Auction
Saturday, November 9th, 2024: In-Person Live Auction and Gala
Location:
The Westin, Bellevue
Time:
•5:30 PM: Cocktail Hour
•7:00 PM: Live Auction and Program, Raise the Paddle
*Tickets are available starting August 5th.
How Your Donation Helps:
With the return to in-person programming, your contributions support a variety of adaptive outdoor activities including cycling, rock climbing, kayaking, day camps, cross-country and downhill skiing, snowboarding, custom events, and more.
Why Donate?
To support the Outdoors for All Foundation’s mission of enriching the lives of children and adults with disabilities through adaptive and therapeutic outdoor recreation. Outdoors for All offers programs, instruction, and equipment for participants with physical, developmental, and sensory disabilities to enjoy the outdoors.
Our surveys show remarkable impacts:
•96% of participants report an enriched or improved quality of life
•95% increased self-confidence and sense of accomplishment
•91% reported having increased access to community resources for recreation
Item Donations:
We are seeking donations of gear, experiences, gift cards, getaways, excursions, wine, and other desirable auction items! The catalog deadline for all donated items is Friday, October 11th. All items must be delivered to Outdoors for All by Friday, October 25th. You can deliver items directly or arrange for pick-up by an Outdoors for All staff members or volunteer. *Please note we will be moving late summer/early fall. Contact Marissa to schedule delivery.
Gift Certificates:
You may provide your own gift certificate or have us create one for you based on your details and restrictions. This certificate will be given to the winning bidder for redemption.
Tax Deductible Donations:
Upon submitting your donation form, you will receive a receipt with our non-profit status information. Please retain a copy of your procurement form for tax purposes. Consult a tax advisor for specific tax law advice. Outdoors for All is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit, Federal ID: 91-1085999.
Donor Recognition:
All donors will be acknowledged in our auction catalog and website, provided procurement forms are received by the catalog deadline of October 11th. Donors will also be recognized alongside their donated items. For live auction items, the auctioneer will verbally acknowledge the individual or company that provided the donation.
Contact and Redemption:
Donors are not responsible for contacting the winner. The buyer will reach out to you for redemption unless otherwise specified. Donors must honor the certificate details and expiration dates as provided.
Please mail all items to:
Outdoors for All Foundation
6344 NE 74th Street, Suite 102 Seattle, WA 98115
For more information, contact:
MarissaB@outdoorsforall.org
