Our live and silent auction gala is the primary fundraiser for our K-5 elementary school, typically held every other year and raising 2 years' worth of funding. However, the pandemic forced our cancellation last year and we are significantly behind in our contributions. These contributions make a substantial impact on our ability to maintain functioning classroom technology, address facility improvements that the bond measure will not cover, and ensure the material needs of our AMP (Art, Music, and PE) and SSN programs are met. This year we are especially focusing on special experiences for our families and guests in an effort to raise the greatest amount possible. We have previously raised $25K-$30K net, and are aiming for $40K net this year to make up for lost time. Our event will be held on March 11, 2022, at Bacon Social House in Littleton, CO, and we are expecting approximately 200 guests. We are appreciative of any donation of gift certificates or in-kind goods to serve as silent auction lots, with a specific interest in gifts valuing $75 - $300. Donors above a certain threshold will be acknowledged with tagged shout-outs on the school's social media platforms and live by the event emcee, and all donors will have logos and marketing information present in the printed auction guide and hyperlinked on our online bidding platform, Handbid.