Alliance for Education Community Luncheon FAQs

What is the Alliance for Education Community Luncheon?

Mark your calendar on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, 11:00– 1:00 am for the Alliance for Education’s Community Luncheon!

Join us in person, or virtually, for lunch and great conversation in support of the Alliance’s work on behalf of Seattle Public Schools. This year we will host a panel to discuss some of today’s most pressing topics in public education.

For over 26 years the Alliance has partnered with Seattle Public Schools to address big challenges facing students, families, and educators. Now more than ever, this collaboration is critical. Our work to advance racial equity and support students furthest from educational justice is essential.

Our partners – including YOU – make an excellent and equitable school system possible. We hope you will join us for lunch for a worthy cause. Tell us you'll be there now by registering at LINK. We look forward to seeing you soon!

What are the COVID-19 safety protocols for the in-person event?

Your safety is of the utmost importance to us. Safety protocols are subject to change based on government mandates and venue guidelines at the time of the event. At this time, we recommend guests be fully vaccinated. For the safety of all our patrons we ask that if you or anyone in your household is unwell or has tested positive for COVID to please refrain from attending. We encourage all guests to also take an at-home COVID test as an additional safety precaution in an effort to keep all guest safe at the event. Masks are not currently required but encouraged to wear while not eating or drinking. All areas will be sanitized before the event, and there will be access to hand sanitizer in each room.

How can I attend this year’s Community Luncheon?

We will be back in person at Hyatt Olive 8 in Seattle this year! There will also be the option to watch the event online. For those attending online, you will receive a link to the live stream before the event, and you will simply click on that link to begin watching on the day of the event. There is no log-in information required for watching online.

How do I register? Is there a deadline?

You can can register online at https://alliance4ed.ejoinme.org/2022Luncheon

Registration will officially close at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, September 16, or when the event reaches capacity.

What is the cost to attend the luncheon?

Free! The Community Luncheon is a fundraiser for the Alliance for Education however, it is not a ticketed event, nor is there a cost to attend. During the luncheon program, you will be asked to make a gift. Guests may write checks or pay online with a credit card.
The suggested minimum donation is $150, and your contribution can be pledged over time.

What if I have dietary restrictions or other special needs?

We can accommodate most dietary concerns. Please let us know prior to the event by adding a note in the special accommodations area on the online registration form.  We will do our absolute best to accommodate you.

Where do I park?

We encourage guests to carpool or arrive early to ensure parking nearby. Make your way to Hyatt at Olive 8 in downtown Seattle easily. The hotel is located 25 minutes from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) and a five-minute walk to the Link light rail station at Westlake Avenue and Olive Way.

0-1 hour $18

1-2 hours $20

2-3 hours $23

3-4 hours $27

4-5 hours $34

5-6 hours $38

6-24 hours $58

Vehicle height limit in garage is 6' 9".  Please contact hotel directly for oversized vehicle parking options.

Additional self-parking option:

Pacific Place Parking Garage one block from the Hyatt Olive 8

Discounted parking available for $12 for the Hyatt Regency Seattle. Ask for a chaser ticket at registration it will discount parking to $12 when you exit the garage. *Parking is subject to availability.

I need to cancel my registration, what should I do?

Thank you for letting us know! Please email catrina@alliance4ed.org by September 23rd so that we are able to cancel your lunch order. (Cancellations after this date can still be processed, but we will not be able to change our catering order).

I am not able to attend the luncheon, but want to donate, can I do that?

Yes, thank you! If you cannot attend and would still like to support Alliance for Education you can donate online at: https://alliance4ed.ejoinme.org/2022Donation