Highline College Foundation is set to host its annual fundraiser early next month. The theme of the event is titled ‘Thunderbirds Soar Through the Decades’ and will take place on Saturday, November 2, at 5:30 p.m. in the Highline College Student Union (Building 8).
“Thunderbirds Soar is an opportunity for our supporters from throughout the community, and the campus community, to come together to celebrate the great work happening at Highline, support our students through financial contributions and connect with familiar faces and new friends,” said Josh Gertsman, Executive Director of the Foundation.
All net proceeds go to furthering Highline College students who need assistance pursuing and reaching their educational goals.
Highline’s Director of Philanthropy, Institutional Advancement, Sharon Veil confirmed, “We believe in increasing equitable education for students through the support of community, collaboration and building relationships. This event reflects that.”
What to Expect:
Guests will be greeted with a glass of champagne at the door. Then served plated appetizers, a hefty, healthy buffet with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options, experience a photo booth, live musical performers, complimentary wine, a no-host bar and of course a delectable dessert dash!
It will be an opportunity to connect with friends, colleagues and Thunderbirds from throughout the community. Experiences to sign up for may include a sailing excursion on Lake Union, an afternoon on the South Sound to learn about marine life, ‘sipping and painting’ or ‘writing a poem’ in a scenic setting, enjoying a spirits tasting, or attending a sporting event among Seattle’s finest fans.
Theme/What to Wear:
‘Thunderbirds Soar Through the Decades’ will hopefully spur guests to think creatively about what decade they and/or their table might want to focus on. The evening will begin with ‘in the 70s’ – when the Foundation originated – and move through to the 2000s. With the blues and greens streaming throughout, guests are encouraged to come as their authentic selves, no matter what they wear.
Tickets are $75, and sponsored tables (of 8) are also available for $750. Purchase ticket(s) today!
About the Highline College Foundation:
The foundation works to support educational efforts of the college through scholarships, emergency need awards and special projects. It provides critical resources for granting access, enabling continued education and funding dreams.